Hypnotherapy Training
in Nottingham
Become a qualified hypnotherapist with CPHT Nottingham
For over 20 years, our Hypnotherapy training has been led by experienced, certified and practising hypnotherapists. If you’re thinking of going into practice as a hypnotherapist, you can train locally in Nottingham using an established, trusted model of hypnotherapy, gaining an accredited Hypnotherapy Diploma with CPHT, the UK’s leading training centre.
Welcome to CPHT Nottingham
Professional Hypnotherapy Training in Nottingham, Derbyshire, Leicestershire, and the East Midlands
At CPHT Nottingham, we deliver exceptional training in Solution Focused Hypnotherapy, combining neuroscience-based techniques with practical experience to equip you for success. As part of the renowned Clifton Practice Hypnotherapy Training (CPHT) network, our courses are designed to inspire and empower you to build a fulfilling career helping others. Whether you’re embarking on a new path or enhancing your existing skills, CPHT Nottingham provides the perfect foundation for personal and professional growth.
Our training is held at the Holiday Inn Nottingham, a modern and fully equipped venue located in the heart of the East Midlands. With excellent road links, including the M1, and easy access from Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, Lincoln, and surrounding towns, the location is ideal for students from across the region. With ample parking, top-class facilities, and a welcoming learning environment, the Holiday Inn ensures a smooth and enriching experience as you train to become a Solution Focused Hypnotherapist.
Nottingham is a city steeped in history and buzzing with creativity, providing an inspiring backdrop for your development. Its vibrant cultural scene, historic landmarks, and connection to the thriving East Midlands region make it the ideal place to train. With a growing focus on wellness and mental health, Nottingham and its surrounding areas offer the perfect environment to master hypnotherapy techniques rooted in neuroscience.
Choosing a career in Solution Focused Hypnotherapy means making a meaningful difference in people’s lives while building a profession that offers both purpose and satisfaction. At CPHT Nottingham, you’ll benefit from expert tutors, neuroscience-based training, and a supportive network of professionals dedicated to your success. Join us at the Holiday Inn Nottingham and start your journey toward a rewarding and impactful career today.
Student and Lecturer Testimonials
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Your Course Lecturers
Gary Johannes
Senior Lecturer
Gary is a dedicated mental health advocate and founder of Inspired To Change (2011) and Mental Health in the Workplace (2019). Since qualifying as a Solution-Focused Hypnotherapist in 2011, Gary has advanced his expertise with studies in neuroscience and is also a MHFA trainer. An experienced lecturer and supervisor, he has guided dozens of therapists, promoting excellence and compassionate care. Known for his commitment to high standards and continuous learning, Gary combines his skills to foster resilience and positive change, both for clients and across professional environments.
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Nicole Woodcock
Senior Lecturer
Nicole has spent most of her career working with people with additional needs and challenging behaviour, particularly supporting children. With around 20 years’ experience in this field, she qualified as a Solution Focused Hypnotherapist in 2016 and now combines her expertise to specialise in working with neurodiverse children. Nicole is also a skilled lecturer and accomplished supervisor, mentoring other professionals to deliver compassionate, high-quality care. Her career reflects a deep commitment to fostering positive, empowering change for young people and those navigating unique challenges.
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Jas Purewal
Senior Lecturer
Before training with CPHT Birmingham in 2021, Jas worked for many years in the NHS and in private organisations as an Assistant Psychologist and as a Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner in psychotherapy. Jas is a passionate practitioner, dedicated to supporting her clients, and is also a highly regarded lecturer. Her background in psychology and psychotherapy enriches her hypnotherapy practice, allowing her to bring deep understanding and empathy to her clients’ journeys towards well-being.
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Josie Chappell
Senior Lecturer
Josie is a Clinical Solution Focused Hypnotherapist and founder of the Now Hypnotherapy practice based in Leicester. Her journey into hypnotherapy began five years ago, and discovering Solution Focused Hypnotherapy felt like everything finally clicked into place. Before becoming a hypnotherapist, she studied Fine Art, and creativity still plays a big part in her life. She is also a big fan of the gym, enjoys playing sports, and loves meeting new people, which makes her job even more rewarding.
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Hypnotherapy Diploma Course
Based on the latest research and neuroscience, CPHT’s accredited Hypnotherapy Diploma Course™ will equip you to become an effective and business-ready solution focused Hypnotherapist. Whether you have prior experience as a helping professional or are looking to completely change your career, you can graduate with all the necessary skills and knowledge you need to begin your career immediately.
Successful completion of the course leads to the Diploma in Solution Focused Hypnotherapy (DSFH). In addition, successful completion of your accompanying portfolio leads to the Level 4 NCFE accredited Hypnotherapy in Practice Diploma (HPD).
Your diploma level hypnotherapy training is made up of 10 modules delivered one weekend a month, over 10 months. This allows you time to practice yours skills and build your confidence between modules. It also means you can fit your training around your life and current commitments.
Monthly Payment
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A 20% deposit of £698 is required to confirm your place
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+ 8 monthly payments of £349
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Terms & Conditions Apply
Single Payment
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A 20% deposit of £698 is required to confirm your place
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+ £2792 due before course commencement
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Terms & Conditions Apply
Early Bird Booking price: £3141
Book 2 months or more before your course starts and get a 10% discount off your course fees! Early Bird payment options below:
| Early Bird Monthly Payment | Early Bird Single Payment |
| A 20% deposit of £628.20 is required to confirm your place | A 20% deposit of £628.20 is required to confirm your place |
| + 8 monthly payments of £314.10 | + £2,512.80 due before course commencement |
CPHT Nottingham Course Dates
Our Weekend course times are on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00am to 5:30pm.
Intake: NG12
Start Date: 28th March 2026
Module 1 – 28th & 29th March 2026
Module 2 – 25th & 26th April 2026
Module 3 – 23rd & 24th May 2026
Module 4 – 27th & 28th June 2026
Module 5 – 18th & 19th July 2026
Module 6 – 15th & 16th August 2026
Module 7 – 12th & 13th September 2026
Module 8 – 10th & 11th October 2026
Module 9 – 7th & 8th November 2026
Module 10 & Graduation – 5th & 6th December 2026
Intake: NG11
Start Date: 13th September 2025
Module 1 – 13th & 14th September 2025
Module 2 – 11th & 12th October 2025
Module 3 – 8th & 9th November 2025
Module 4 – 6th & 7th December 2025
Module 5 –3rd & 4th January 2026
Module 6 –31st January & 1st February 2026
Module 7 – 28th February & 1st March 2026
Module 8 – 28th March & 29th March 2026
Module 9 – 25th April & 26th April 2026
Module 10 & Graduation – 23rd & 24th May 2026
Other Locations Course Start Dates
Our hypnotherapy course typically starts running around March or April and again in September or October. The weekend course is our most popular course, and is available at every school. Our weekday course is only available in certain schools and runs on Thursdays and Fridays.
CPHT’s hypnotherapy training next course start dates for:
Midlands
Birmingham – 14th March 2026
Nottingham – 28th March 2026
Peterborough – 21st March 2026
Venue Details
- Address: Holiday Inn Nottingham,12 Castle Bridge Road, Nottingham NG7 1GX
- Call Gary Johannes on 07780 592 625
- Email: nottingham@cpht.co.uk
- Naturally lit meeting rooms
- Free high-speed WiFi throughout the hotel
- On-site restaurant and bar/lounge for relaxed dining and drinks
- Fitness Centre with Gym/Workout Room
- Close to the National Videogame Arcade – only 10 minutes’ drive
- Taxi service available
- Close by hotel are McDonalds and Pizza Hut
- Sainsburys supermarket and petrol station
On-site parking available (free to delegates)
- Modern hotel close to Nottingham city centre
- 20-minute walk to Nottingham Station and the city centre
- Easy access to M1 motorway – just 15 minutes by car
- Reach East Midlands Airport in 20 minutes
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Disabled accessible
Application Form
CPHT Nottingham
Take the first step towards an exciting new career by completing our application form today!
Once you’ve submitted your form, one of our Senior Lecturers or Course Consultants will get in touch to arrange an informal, no-obligation chat (online or by phone) at a time that suits you.
Need to find out more? Check out our 2025 Prospectus!
Google Reviews

The course is very comprehensive, lots of theory, but also lots of practical time to embed hypnotherapy techniques too. Over the duration of the course I have learned new skills, and I am confident to go forwards into my own private practice. Both Debbie and Linda have been supportive both in the classroom and in between sessions, helping me to develop and reflect. Solution Focused Hypnotherapy is just so impactful, my clients have made incredible progress and I have loved being part of their journeys. Thank you CPHT Manchester!
This course gave me the skills to empower clients to make meaningful change while retaining their agency. It impresses me that I was already seeing real positive results in clients, well before qualifying, - Changes in mindsets, reductions in stress levels and genuine breakthroughs in unimaginable areas as well as smoke cessation and phobic response. The course has also given me the acumen to set up and market my own practise with confidence. The tangible progress has given me confidence and real pride. I now feel ready and equipped not only to support others in their transformation but to launch a business grounded in authenticity and proven methods.
On a personal note, my supervisors Debbie, Linda and my cohort have steered me through the course and been available every step of the way with encouragement, direction and kindness.
If you are looking for a substantial course in hypnotherapy, that delivers depth and practise-readiness, CPHT really delivers.
One of the best decisions I ever made!!! I wholeheartedly recommend CPHT to train with.
Anita Jaffa-Brown 2025 intake
A highly knowledgeable and professional team of course leaders (Holly, Lydia, and Lisa), who really care about your progression as a student and are experts when it comes to delivering the course material.
The content (supported by handouts, demonstration videos, and recommended reading) is well-designed, thorough, and up to date with the most recent neuroscience research.
The course includes practical exercises with peers, which are a lot of fun, and you meet so many lovely people in the process. You are also encouraged and supported to work with clients while you are training, which boosts your confidence and prepares you to launch your own practice once qualified.
If you are thinking about becoming a hypnotherapist and want the best comprehensive training there is, I would 100% recommend CPHT!
The training is not only giving me the tools to become a solution-focused hypnotherapist, it is also transforming my own outlook on life. The tutors are incredibly knowledgeable, supportive and passionate about what they do.
CPHT have provided me with a journey of growth and purpose. I thoroughly recommend this training course.
The tutors are experts in the industry and are happy to share their experience. I also appreciate the ongoing post-qualifying support.
Another highlight was the people I’ve met, fellow students who have become my close friends and part of a supportive network moving forward.
I absolutely recommend CPHT Plymouth to anyone considering a career in hypnotherapy. It has been life-changing for me.
The course had a fantastic practical element – working with real clients while studying meant I was confident and ready to start my own business the moment I qualified. The tutors were incredibly friendly, supportive, and knowledgeable, making the whole learning experience enjoyable and inspiring.
I can’t recommend CPHT Plymouth highly enough to anyone considering a career in hypnotherapy.
Another strength was its focus on the business side of setting up in private practice, which gave me the tools to get started professionally straight away.
Not only was it a great course, I was also impressed by how effective Solution Focused Hypnotherapy is in helping people achieve their goals. I left the course feeling confident, well-equipped, and inspired to begin my Hypnotherapy practice.
The tutors, Brian and Lydia, were exceptional, feeling more like mentors than lecturers. Their knowledge and experience were evident and their passion for hypnotherapy was contagious. They created a supportive learning environment where questions were encouraged and feedback was always constructive and helpful.
This course has given me the skills, confidence, and understanding to work effectively and ethically with clients and set up my own practice. Learning and practicing in a group setting has forged new friendships, making me feel like I already belong to a community of therapists, which is incredibly reassuring as I take this next step.
If you’re considering training in hypnotherapy, I wholeheartedly recommend this course.
I had had an interest in hypnotherapy for sometime and had looked at various courses but this one was the one I finally went with and I am so glad that I did. Brian and Lydia are fantastic teachers and make everything come together in such a way that learning is fascinating and, dare I say it, fun. You were guided every step of the way, not only in how to practice solution based hypnotherapy but also in how to run a business like this, no question was stupid, no step to taxing and you are practising almost from the word go.
Having got my diploma, not bad for a kid who left school 43 years ago without an O level, I now feel super confident and excited to move forward with my business.
A great course that I can't recommend highly enough.
On a professional level it has been incredible, learning a whole new skill, along with 200 client hours under my belt, so I finish feeling confident and ready to go out to begin my business now. Seeing client results and progress has been incredible and I have been blown away by the positive impact SFH has had on client lives as well as my own. I really feel that I am making a difference and this feels so good.
Holly and Brian are brilliant- their teaching is excellent and they are so generous with their wisdom and knowledge.
The weekends in college were fantastic- they were informative, sometimes challenging (great to get out of our comfort zone!) but always fun- we had so many laughs along the way. The course content is very comprehensive, so much information and very in depth, really interesting and always relevant.
It is hard and a lot of work, more than I realised when I signed up, however, it was 100% worth the effort to come out the other end as a fully qualified Solution Focused Hypnotherapist!
Thank you so much Holly and Brian and CPHT Surrey.
Right from the start, you are supported and guided one incremental step at a time. They practice what they preach so beautifully! Brian and Lydia are fantastic tutors and supervisors: the lessons were always fascinating, sometimes poignant, sometimes funny, always relevant – you’re engaged from the moment you sit down, through teaching, group discussions, skills practice. Brian and Lydia both clearly love what they do, and teach with passion, humour and generosity.
It was a fantastic journey with like-minded classmates from all walks of life, all exploring our own minds as well as supporting clients through some of the most inspiring life-changes right from the start of the course.
Now, at the end of the course, I’m sad it’s over but am so excited about how well CPHT have prepared us to start this next chapter of building a business.
Paola Milan
I look forward to my new career.
A heart felt thanks to Brian & Sian who both go the extra mile to support you on your journey, couldn’t ask for better facilitators/professionals/caring individuals.
All that said, the best thing about this course is by FAR the people. Firstly the other students, like minded individuals looking to support one and another and make a difference to help people, I can say I have made friends for life.... and secondly the tutors Lynda, Jess and Jenny. Words I would use to describe these ladies.... supportive, knowledgeable, patient, kind, relevant and inspiring!
Quite a gushing review but this course has honestly changed me as a person both in behaviour and perspective. For anyone looking to train as a hypnotherapist CPHT is the place to go!













