This workshop will provide an in-depth introduction to Ego State theory and therapy with an emphasis on clinical application. The intrinsic role of clinical hypnosis in the development and ongoing use of EST will be elucidated. The evolution of EST, a “hypnoanalytic” approach, will be discussed in the context of previous “polypsychic” models and the more recent developmental neurological “self-state” models (Siegel, 1999).

Key concepts that will be covered include the origins of ego states, the different types of ego states, indications and contraindications for use of EST and phases of the integrative process.  Clinical case material will be used to illustrate the integration of EST into clinical practice and ongoing psychotherapy cases. Participants will learn a variety of hypnotic techniques for accessing ego states, forming therapeutic alliances with ego states, developmental repair, “ego strengthening” with individual ego states, developing resources in the ego state system, resolving ego state conflict, facilitating interstate relationality and promoting integration. The opportunity to hypnotically access a personal ego state through an experiential exercise will be offered for those who are interested.

The application of EST in the treatment of unresolved trauma and psychosomatic disorders will be illustrated with clinical case material including videos and patients drawings.

Priscilla Morton, LCSW, is a Board Certified Diplomat in Clinical Social Work who brings twenty-five years of experience as a psychotherapist, educator, consultant, and expert witness to her private practice in Austin, Texas. She received her Master’s Degree in Clinical Social Work from Tulane University and was Adjunct Faculty there until 2005. Ms. Morton is an Approved Consultant in Clinical Hypnosis and has been a Faculty member for the ASCH Regional Workshops for over ten years. She has carried on the legacy of Jack and Helen Watkins, the creators of Ego State Therapy (EST), by teaching the Advanced Ego State Therapy course at the last seven Annual Conferences of ASCH, regional workshops and international conferences.

Ms. Morton has served as a member of the Executive Committee of ASCH, past President of the New Orleans Society of Clinical Hypnosis and is currently active in the Central Texas Society for Clinical Hypnosis. She has a proven record of effectiveness in the treatment of unresolved trauma, psychosomatic disorders, and chemical dependency. She is widely acknowledged for her innovative applications of clinical hypnosis in the treatment of unresolved trauma, psychosomatic disorders, and mood disorders. She teaches and publishes internationally in several theoretical and clinical areas including Ego State Therapy and addictive disorders.

Psychology Continuing Education: 
Margolis Berman Byrne Health Psychology, P.C. (MBB) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists.  MBB maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Clinical Social Worker, Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Therapist Continuing Education:
As an APA –approved course, the awarded 6 CE credits for full attendance may be submitted to the PA State Board of Social Workers, Professional Counselors, and Marriage and Family Therapists. For questions, call the State Board at 717-783-1389

ASCH Credit:
This 6 CE workshop is approved by the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH) and as such is applicable toward membership in the Greater Philadelphia Society of Clinical Hypnosis (GPSCH),  ASCH, the Society for Clinical and Experimental hypnosis (SCEH), and toward ASCH certification requirements.

Americans with Disabilities Act / Special Needs:
The Greater Philadelphia Society of Clinical Hypnosis, the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis Education and Research Foundation, and Margolis Berman Byrne Health Psychology, P.C. are committed to equality of educational opportunity and do not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veterans status, or sexual orientation. If you require reasonable accommodations for a disability in order to participate fully in this continuing education activity, you must call GPSCH: 610-527-3710 or attach a note to your registration form no later than 10 working days before the date of the activity. Or attach a note to your registration form.

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Regular Registratio:(received after 10/30/2009):
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Confirmation of Registration: 
Accepted registrations are confirmed via email from GPSCH prior to the workshop.

GPSCH recommends that you do not make travel arrangements prior to receiving the confirmation email.  GPSCH is not responsible for travel-related costs.

Mail your completed Registration Form, signed Acknowledgement and Release Form (see back) and full payment by check, made out to GPSCH, to:

Date:  Saturday, November 14, 2009
Location:  Hamilton Building, Room 505,  Thomas Jefferson University, 1020 Locust Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The undersigned acknowledges that he/she has volunteered to participate in an academic activity/workshop in which he/she may be induced into a hypnotic trance with other participants and faculty.

The undersigned does not have any medical problems or other special conditions that may prevent him/her from fully and beneficially participating in all academic/workshop activities, except as have been disclosed to faculty members.

The workshop provides an opportunity to participate in academic discussions. The undersigned agrees that individual participant practitioners shall respectively retain sole and exclusive responsibility for the treatment of their patients and clients.

The undersigned acknowledges that he/she is free to disclose or not disclose personal information about himself/herself. The undersigned agrees to not disclose personally identifiable information concerning his/her patients/clients, or other recipients of his/her services, and he/she agrees to take reasonable steps to disguise the persons discussed during the course of academic activities/workshop.

The undersigned agrees to hold harmless The Greater Philadelphia Society of Clinical Hypnosis, its Board of Governors, employees and members, the faculty and other participants in today’s academic activity/workshop, and Margolis Berman Byrne Health Psychology P.C., and to indemnify them from and against any and all possible claims, damages, and costs arising from the undersigned’s participation in today’s academic activity/workshop.

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Registration fees may be refunded, less a $50 administrative fee, for participant cancellations received by November 7, 2009. No participant refunds will be issued for cancellations received after November 7, 2009.

Subha Robinson
GPSCH Administrative Director
1130 Robin Road, Gladwyne, PA 19035
Telephone/Fax: 610-527-3710