Meet Our Speakers

Rene Brent
Full-Day: 9:30am - 5:00pm

Rene Brent, RN, Clinical Hypnotherapist, is a best-selling author, educator, and instructor of Hypnotic Therapeutic BreathWork (HTBW). With 35+ years as a nurse and over 12 years in a 6-figure private practice, she has helped thousands of clients regulate stress, quiet the mind, and access the subconscious for profound breakthroughs. Known for blending science, humor, and heart, Rene makes complex concepts simple and practical for hypnotherapists ready to grow with confidence.

Dr. John Butler
Full-Day: 9:30am - 5:00pm

Dr. John Butler has had a career over 45 years in hypnotherapy and other methods of client change. His extensive studies included trainings in medical science and mental health. He co-taught with Gil Boyne in many training courses. His work is based on extensive clinical experience, academic studies and neurological research, in which he holds a doctoral degree. He has made many media appearances discussing and demonstrating hypnotherapy in psychological and medical applications.

Stacia Aashna

Stacia Ashna is a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist with over 10 years of experience supporting clients in creating lasting transformation. She is also a Certified Life Coach and Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher with advanced training in Somatic Experiencing and Internal Family Systems. Stacia integrates hypnosis, somatic practices, and mindfulness to help clients regulate the nervous system, heal attachment wounds, and embody resilience. She teaches nationally, facilitates restorative circles, and works virtually with clients worldwide.

Rickey Bauman

Rickey Lee Bauman owns a hypnotherapy practice in San Rafael, California. Additionally, he is an associate professor in the Lifelong Learning program at Santa Rosa Junior College, where he teaches German and Creative Writing. He received a Master of Arts Degree from the California Institute of Integral Studies in East-West Psychology, where his primary areas of study were Depth Psychology, Vedanta, and Daoism.

Craig Bickmore

Craig Bickmore has been a clinical hypnotherapist for over thirty years and has trained hundreds of sales people how to use the principles of hypnotherapy to improve their work performance and well as in their personal life. Hypnotherapy is not his profession but his passion, and he is always excited to share the intense good that it has, to change lives for the better.

Helen Boland

Helen Boland, CHT. Peace In Process Boland School of Hypnotherapy, and Global Hypnotherapy Council, is a proud member and certification school for, The American Council, 2005. A tenured school teacher in her 20's, Helen Boland, CHT. continues to research, write protocol, and teach advanced continuing education to our students and the masses, regarding the benefits and potential of modern clinical hypnotherapy. Welcome.

Liza Boubari

Liza Boubari is a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Integrative Stress Management Expert, and founder of HealWithin®, a wellness practice established in 1999. Drawing on more than 25 years of experience, Liza helps individuals break free from limiting beliefs, heal unresolved emotions, and create sustainable change in mind and body. A pioneer in culturally sensitive and trauma-informed hypnotherapy, Liza is the creator of The Boubari 3E Method® — Evoke, Embrace, Evolve

Rene Brent

Rene Brent, RN, Clinical Hypnotherapist, is a best-selling author, educator, and instructor of Hypnotic Therapeutic BreathWork (HTBW). With 35+ years as a nurse and over 12 years in a 6-figure private practice, she has helped thousands of clients regulate stress, quiet the mind, and access the subconscious for profound breakthroughs. Known for blending science, humor, and heart, Rene makes complex concepts simple and practical for hypnotherapists ready to grow with confidence.

Randal Churchill

Randal Churchill was first President of the ACHE and completed his last term in 2012. He is founder and Director of the Hypnotherapy Training Institute, one of the first state-licensed hypnotherapy schools (1978). Developer of Hypnotic Dreamwork™ and advanced ideomotor methods, Randal is author of the award-winning classic texts Regression Hypnotherapy and Become the Dream and the acclaimed Catharsis in Regression Hypnotherapy. He is co-author of Churchill-Canfield's Law: What Can Go Right Will Go Right.

Eva M. Clark

Eva M. Clark is a clinical medical hypnotherapist supporting people with chronic illness to address the key contributing factor in disease that usually gets ignored - their lives. Eva specializes in multiple sclerosis (MS). In addition to her private practice, Eva teaches webinars and trains other hypnotherapists and NLP practitioners on applying their skills to physical symptoms.

Patricia Reynolds Sorbye

Patricia Reynolds Sorbye is a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, with 21 years in private practice in Oakland, California. She’s conducted thousands of sessions of emotional clearing, internal restructuring, energy and resilience strengthening and resource support. In addition to this, she’s been an instructor at Randal Churchill’s Hypnotherapy Training Institute in CA since 2020, served on ACHE Board of Directors, including as Chair, and Vice-Chair: is currently ACHE Secretary, and serving on the Conference, Marketing and Ethics committees.

Rowan Foxx

Rowan Foxx, CHT, is a passionate Certified Hypnotherapist and life coach with over 11 years of experience in Southern Oregon. Specializing in deep transformational hypnosis and shadow work. Rowan holds specialty certifications in Creative Mind, Past Life Regression, and Weight Loss. By guiding clients on their journeys of self-discovery and healing, Rowan empowers them to embrace their true potential and create lives filled with joy, purpose, and possibility.

Gaye Gibson

Gaye Gibson has been in private hypnotherapy practice since 1996 and she has been an instructor at Randal Churchill's hypnotherapy school since 2011, teaching both basic and advanced techniques. She has been a frequent presenter at the ACHE conference and is once again a member of the ACHE Board of Directors. Gaye has a background in nursing, martial arts, and psychology, and affirms that hypnotherapy is her truest calling.

Sherry Jackson

Sherry Jackson is a clinical hypnotherapist, life strategist, and speaker with over 20 years of experience. As founder of Envisage Wellbeing, she combines hypnosis with coaching frameworks to create powerful, lasting transformations. Sherry specializes in helping both clients and practitioners amplify their impact by aligning subconscious change with practical, strategic approaches. She is known for her integrative approach that elevates results, attracts ideal clients, and builds thriving, sustainable hypnosis practices.

Anna Kato and Kym Maehl

Anna Kato, BA, MS, Ed.D., CCHt,: Anna has a part-time hypnotherapy practice in Sacramento, CA. Previous to her hypnotherapy certification ten years ago, she taught in public elementary schools, and graduate programs with emphases in cross-cultural education, teacher education, and counselor education. She loves the visual arts and is a novice writer of poetry and flash creative non-fiction.

Kym Maehl is an Integrative Life Coach and Clinical Hypnotherapist based in Carson City, NV. She’s been a counselor for over 30 years, successfully working with groups and individuals worldwide in assisting authentic transformation. In addition to her private practice, Kym teaches classes in integrative healing modalities and the creative arts. She holds additional advanced degrees and certifications in Holistic Ministries, Counseling and Educational Psychology, and Rehabilitation Counseling. For more information go to http://www.spiritcounseling.info

Kym Maehl

Kym Maehl is an Integrative Life Coach and Clinical Hypnotherapist based in Carson City, NV. She’s been a counselor for over 30 years, successfully working with groups and individuals worldwide in assisting authentic transformation. In addition to her private practice, Kym teaches classes in integrative healing modalities and the creative arts. She holds additional advanced degrees and certifications in Holistic Ministries, Counseling and Educational Psychology, and Rehabilitation Counseling. For more information go to http://www.spiritcounseling.info

Michael Mezmer

Michael Mezmer received his initial Hypnotherapy training at the Hypnotism Training Institute in Glendale CA, under the direct instruction of his mentor, the legendary hypnotherapist Gil Boyne. He also participated in an internship, achieving the Clinical Hypnotherapist level with the American Council of Hypnotist Examiners, as well as specialized certifications as an A.C.H.E. stress management consultant. In addition to his training at the Institute, Michael holds a Degree in psychology from California Coast University.

Lyn ʻUnihipiliowailelepualu Moreno

Lyn 'Unihipiliowailelepualu' Moreno is a hypnotherapist, traditional healer, ceremonialist, and Na HokO Hanohano Award-nominated Hawaiian musician. He has been on the faculty of Hypnotherapy Training Institute for over 33 years. In his classes, he shares original techniques and processes that are deeply rooted in the traditional values, spiritual principles, and aloha of Hawai'i, while sustaining practical relevance for hypnotherapists. He is particularly known for his work in fostering connection, easing grief, and enhancing creativity.

Amy Naber

Amy Naber, Internationally-known Hypnotherapist, Coach, Yoga/Meditation & breathwork teacher, a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Master’s in Psychology, a Certified Yoga teacher, EFT Practitioner, private practice in San Francisco. A member and on the Board of Directors for the ACHE. She has designed programs for people all over the world on self-hypnosis, empowerment, sleep, restorative yoga, meditation, and breath work. She coaches people and organizations " To embrace and achieve a life they LOVE".
http://www.breathesf.com

Stephanie Voss

Stephanie Voss, CHT, is a clinical hypnotherapist and founder of Voss Wellness. She helps clients harness the mind-body connection to achieve lasting change in areas such as IBS, smoking cessation, and stress management. Known for her engaging, hands-on teaching style, Stephanie integrates practical techniques—including belly breathing, HypnoQuests, and HypnoJingles—to make changework accessible, memorable, and even fun. She empowers hypnotherapists to extend the impact of their sessions and give clients tools they’ll actually use

Sharon Waxkirsh

Sharon Waxkirsh, BA Hons, CHT, MHT, HBCE, began her hypnotherapy journey nearly two decades ago, training with world-renowned pioneers Gil Boyne and Dr. John Butler. Originally from the UK and now based in Indiana, USA, Sharon is the founder of The Academy for Hypnosis, a training school specializing in both medical and dental hypnosis online and in person. An internationally recognized speaker, she regularly delivers lectures, workshops, and live demonstrations at conferences around the world.

Gary Josephson

Gary Josephson is a Certified Clinical Master Hypnotherapist with over 30 years of experience and more than 300 hours of advanced, in-class training, achieving the highest of seven certification levels. Having trained with Gil Boyne in 1992 and subsequently with Randal Churchill, he’s been a member of the American Council of Hypnotist Examiners (A.C.H.E.) since 1993. Gary specializes in behavior modification therapies, tailoring his approach to each individual to facilitate lasting, positive change, and designing and delivering hypnosis training, from beginner to advanced.