Master the Science of Professional Hypnosis
Expert-led, evidence-informed training for professional mastery. Elevate your practice with structured hypnotic techniques designed for real-world application.
Scientific Foundations
Guided Practice
Professional Mastery
Join the Next Live Certification: October 27–31, 2026
ACADEMIC STRUCTURE
The Emotion Replacement Therapy Curriculum
Study Scientific Hypnosis, hypnosis research, and Tom Silver’s Emotion Replacement Therapy framework through recorded instruction, live teaching, and guided practice. Topics, sequence, and depth may vary.
Foundations & Brainwaves
Delve into the science of suggestibility, brainwave states, and responsiveness. Learn to establish precise communication patterns and rapid engagement methods essential for deep hypnotic work.
ERT Methodology
Study the principles and structure of Tom Silver’s Emotion Replacement Therapy, including emotional triggers, cooperative participation, and hypnosis-based practice. E.R.T. is an educational methodology and should not be described as independently clinically validated.
Responsible Application
Explore scope-appropriate applications in clinical, coaching, wellness, and performance settings. Distinguish published hypnosis research from Tom Silver’s observations and E.R.T. methodology; results vary and training does not replace healthcare.
THE METHODOLOGY
Evidence Meets Application
Connecting hypnosis theory with professional practice to support practical, client-centered application.
PHASE 01
Rapid Engagement Methods
Learn to identify and work with individual suggestibility patterns and reduce resistance. These rapid engagement techniques draw on Tom Silver’s brainwave-focused approach, with an emphasis on responsiveness, informed consent, and ethical application.
Use brainwave-informed techniques to support responsiveness
PHASE 02
Practical Hypnotic Processes
Develop practical skills through demonstrations, guided exercises, and feedback. Explore hypnosis-based approaches to attention, pain perception, and emotional regulation within your training, credentials, and scope of practice.
- Explore pain-perception concepts responsibly
- Practice emotional-regulation techniques
- Work within your professional scope
LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE FOR UPCOMING LIVE TRAINING
Secure Your Place in the Next Cohort
Join the Tom Silver Scientific Hypnosis & ERT Certification live online October 27–31, 2026, from 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Eastern. Learn with Tommy Giorlando, the sole currently licensed trainer, through original Tom Silver recordings, live teaching, guided practice, and feedback.
- Live demonstrations: Observe Tom Silver’s methods and Tommy’s explanations.
- Guided practice: Refine your technique with feedback.
- Academy certification: Successfully complete both written and practical assessments. This certification does not grant a healthcare license.
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TRANSPARENT & CLINICAL
Common Inquiries
Our academy teaches a structured, evidence-informed approach to professional hypnosis. The training emphasizes clear methods, supervised practice, ethical boundaries, and responsible application across clinical, coaching, wellness, and performance settings.
Is hypnosis scientific and evidence-based?
Hypnosis has a published research base, including studies of attention, perception, brain activity, and clinical applications. Findings vary. This course distinguishes established hypnosis research from Tom Silver’s EEG observations and his Emotion Replacement Therapy methodology. E.R.T. itself should not be described as independently clinically validated.
Who is this training best suited for?
This program is designed for clinical therapists, medical practitioners, performance coaches, and serious health professionals who want to integrate structured, rapid-engagement hypnotic techniques into their existing practice.
Do I need prior hypnosis experience?
No prior experience is necessary. The academy provides a comprehensive foundation that builds from core principles of suggestibility up to advanced Emotion Replacement Therapy (ERT) techniques.
How is the training delivered and how long is it?
The live online cohort runs October 27–31, 2026, from 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Eastern. Students study original Tom Silver recordings and join Tommy Giorlando for live teaching, demonstrations, guided practice, and feedback. Lifetime course recordings and ongoing private-community access are included. Students who miss live portions may review recordings and complete relevant live components in a future cohort.
Will I be able to apply these methods ethically and professionally?
Absolutely. Ethical boundaries and professional safety are foundational to every module. You will learn precise protocols to ensure client comfort, consent, and therapeutic integrity at all times. But if you have specific concerns regarding what is permitted in your province or region, you should consult with your licensing board.
Do I receive any certification or proof of completion?
Students who successfully complete both the written knowledge assessment and practical skills assessment receive certification from Tom Silver Hypnosis Academy. This is professional-development certification, not a state healthcare or mental-health license. Graduates must work within applicable laws, credentials, training, and professional scope.
Tom Silver Hypnosis Academy
Professional development in Scientific Hypnosis and Emotion Replacement Therapy, with recorded instruction, live teaching, guided practice, and responsible application. Operated through Like a Hypnotist, LLC.