Integrative hypnotherapy has become a powerful intervention strategy since Milton Erickson, the founder of its theoretical and clinical framework, started to apply hypnosis in clinical practice in early 50’s. The Ericksonian approach is found to be effective, throughout clinical experiences with evidence based practice and analytical researches that are widely applicable for:

- Emotional problems
- Psychosomatic pain and chronic pain
- Issues related with self-confidence, motivation and concentration
- Weight control, smoking cessation, stress management
- Sexual dysfunction and marital relationship

(1) Increase the understanding of integrative hypnotherapy and its application in clinical practice.
(2) Create a platform for knowledge and experience sharing among the professional related in NGOs
(3) Provide chances for networking and resources retrieving

Guest speakers from related professionals such as psychiatrists, clinical practitioners and Scholars would share their thoughts, insights and experiences in their journey to Integrative Hypnotherapy.
An open forum would also be arranged by inviting the participation of all to explore the challenges and needs on the application of applying integrative hypnotherapy to clinical practice in the 21st Century.

14:30 - 14:45 Welcome Remarks - Dr Timothy Chan
14:45 - 15:20 Integrative Hypnotherapy : Its Application in Clinical Practice (Traditional Vs Ericksonian Approach) - Dr Tang Kwok-wing, Kelvin
15:20 - 15:55 Utilization of Integrative Hypnotherapy from Medical Perspective - Dr Cheung Kin-Leung, Ben
15:55 – 16:10 Networking Break
16:10 – 16:45 Integrative Hypnotherapy for Managing Emotions - Ms Wan Yuen-ping, Pauline
16:45 – 17: 20 Evidence-Based Practice : A Pilot Study of Integrative Hypnotherapy for Depression with Insomnia - Dr Siu-man Ng
17:20 – 17:45 Open Forum: What are the Challenges of Utilizing Integrative Hypnotherapy into Clinical Practice in Hong Kong? - Chaired by Ms Lai Wing-ngan, Eunice