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    Meet Our Instructors

    Learn from world-class hypnotherapists with decades of clinical experience and a passion for teaching excellence.

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    Kelly Bearer, MA, LPC, ACHT

    Founder & Clinical Director

    As a Licensed Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience in mental health, over 10 years of clinical hypnotherapy experience, and Founder of Boulder Hypnotherapy Institute, Kelly brings extensive expertise working with adults and adolescents. She holds a Master of Arts in Transpersonal Counseling Psychology from Naropa University and has developed an integrative approach incorporating Clinical Hypnotherapy, Integral Theory, Gestalt Therapy, Subtle Energy, and Holistic Integrative Healing Techniques. Her work is deeply influenced by her studies under Ken Wilber, and she is a published author in the Journal for Integral Theory and Practice. An ordained Zen Monk, Kelly believes the intersection of spirituality and psychology is where true healing begins.

    Anxiety
    Fears & Phobias
    Clinical Hypnotherapy
    Spiritual Hypnotherapy
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    Barbara Brown, LICSW, ACHT

    Level 1 Instructor

    Barbara Brown is a certified Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapist and seasoned educator with a gift for making hypnotherapy accessible to new students. With over 12 years of clinical practice and teaching experience, Barbara has guided hundreds of therapists, healthcare providers, and aspiring hypnotherapists through their foundational training. Her warm, structured teaching style ensures every student leaves Level 1 with a solid clinical framework, genuine confidence, and the practical skills to begin integrating hypnotherapy into their work immediately. Barbara's background in counseling psychology and her commitment to evidence-based practice make her the ideal guide for students taking their first steps into the world of clinical hypnosis.

    Foundational Hypnotherapy
    Clinical Training
    Counseling Psychology
    Student Development
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    Marie Healy, DAC, ACHT

    Past Life Regression Instructor & Level 1 Instructor

    Marie Healy is a certified Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapist and Past Life Regression specialist with over 15 years of experience guiding clients through deep trance regression work. Trained in both traditional and transpersonal approaches, Marie has facilitated thousands of past life regression sessions and is known for her compassionate, intuitive style that creates a safe container for profound healing. She brings a unique blend of clinical rigor and spiritual sensitivity to her teaching, helping students develop the confidence and skill to guide their own clients through transformative temporal exploration.

    Past Life Regression
    Transpersonal Hypnotherapy
    Deep Trance Work
    Spiritual Healing

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    Collective Expertise

    Our teaching team brings together diverse specializations and backgrounds to provide a comprehensive learning experience — from our roots in Colorado to students across the country.

    Specialized Training

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    Educational Purpose — Boulder Hypnotherapy Institute provides hypnotherapy education and training. Completion of any BHI program does not guarantee employment, income, or clinical outcomes. Individual results vary based on effort, prior experience, and professional context.

    Licensure & Scope of Practice — Your scope of practice after training depends on your existing professional credentials, licensing board requirements, and jurisdiction. BHI training alone does not confer a license to practice therapy or counseling. Students are responsible for verifying that their use of hypnotherapy skills complies with applicable state and local regulations.

    Continuing Education — CE credits are approved by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC), Provider #6571. CE eligibility and acceptance vary by licensing board and jurisdiction. Students should verify that NBCC-approved CEs satisfy their specific board's renewal requirements before enrolling. Programs designated as "0 CEs" do not offer continuing education credits.

    Payment Plans & Refunds — Payment plan enrollees are responsible for all scheduled installments regardless of continued participation. Full refund available up to 14 days before training start date. After that deadline, tuition converts to credit toward a future cohort. Transfers accepted anytime. See Refund Policy, Cancellation Policy, and Terms of Service for complete details.

    Testimonials — Student testimonials reflect individual experiences and are not guarantees of specific outcomes. Results vary based on individual effort, background, and circumstances.

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