The International Association of Counselors and Therapists

What The International Association of Counselors and Therapists does

The International Association of Counselors and Therapists (IACT) is a private, for-profit professional membership association that serves holistic and therapeutic practitioners, including hypnotists, hypnotherapists, medical practitioners, psychologists, clinical social workers, coaches, NLP practitioners, clergy, licensed massage therapists, biofeedback specialists, nutritionists, educators, and substance abuse counselors. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Humboldt, United States, with a Pennsylvania phone presence (570 area code), the organization has operated as a "premier" association in the hypnosis and therapeutic arts field for more than three decades. Core technology is not explicitly disclosed; the product portfolio runs on a website hosted at hypnosisalliance.com/iact, a Shopify-based IAPH Marketplace storefront, and member portal access.

IACT's product surface is anchored by a three-tier membership program (Associate, Professional, and Certified), with the Certified tier tied to the Board Certified Hypnotist credential. Supporting products include the Virtual Library (articles, scripts, forms, videos, glossary, affirmations), the HypnoCaster video platform, the Unlimited Human quarterly journal and monthly e-zine, an annual Hypno Expo conference (with a virtual conference option), a Train The Trainer program, Certified Master Trainer designation, Certified Stress Management Consultant training, a Mentoring Program, a public Find A Practitioner directory, and a network of regional chapters. The portfolio functions as an integrated professional development and credentialing ecosystem rather than a discrete software product.

The business model combines four recurring and event-driven revenue streams: (1) recurring subscription-style membership dues at three tiers (pricing not publicly disclosed), (2) conference registration and event-related revenue from the Hypno Expo, (3) fees for training, certification, and mentoring services, and (4) hardware/digital sales through the IAPH Marketplace (books, CDs, downloads, relaxation music). Go-to-market is community-led, relying on content marketing via the Virtual Library and e-zine, the Hypno Expo conference, local chapter meetings, the Find A Practitioner referral directory, and interactive public quizzes on hypnotizability, memory, stress, body image, and self-esteem. Strategic alliances with the International Medical & Dental Hypnotherapy Association (IMDHA) and IAPH - The Hypnosis Alliance Network provide cross-trained practitioner pipelines and a co-branded commerce channel.

Name

The International Association of Counselors and Therapists

Legal name

International Association of Counselors & Therapists

Website

https://iact.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

IACT is a private professional membership association for holistic and therapeutic practitioners, offering a three-tier membership (Associate, Professional, Certified), the Board Certified Hypnotist credential, a Virtual Library, HypnoCaster video platform, annual Hypno Expo conference, training programs, and a public Find A Practitioner directory.

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Product category

Professional Membership Association for Hypnotherapy and Holistic Therapies

NAICS

Professional Organizations (813920)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Meditation Apps, Digital Courses & Online Communities (HSADAJAH)

Keywords

• Professional membership association
• Hypnotherapy certification
• Continuing education training
• Practitioner directory services
• Holistic therapy resources

Headquarters

HQ city

Humboldt

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Professional Membership Dues: Annual membership fees at three tiers (Associate, Professional, Certified) providing access to resources, networking, continuing education, and professional credentials.
2. Annual Conference and Events: Revenue from conference registration, presenter series, and event-related activities for the Hypno Expo annual conference.
3. Training and Certification Programs: Fees for Board Certified Hypnotist certification, Stress Management Consultant training, Train The Trainer programs, and mentoring services.
4. Shop and Marketplace Sales: Sales of hypnosis books, CDs, downloads, relaxation music, and other professional resources through the IAPH Marketplace.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

IACT operates a three-tier membership association (Associate, Professional, Certified) for hypnotists, hypnotherapists, and multi-disciplinary holistic practitioners. Membership grants access to a Virtual Library of articles, scripts, forms, videos, and practice management resources, a quarterly journal (Unlimited Human) and monthly e-zine, the HypnoCaster video platform, a members-only forum, and local chapter meetings. The association also delivers paid training and certification programs (Board Certified Hypnotist, Train The Trainer, Certified Master Trainer, Stress Management Consultant), a mentoring program, and the annual Hypno Expo conference, and sells hypnosis books, CDs, downloads, and relaxation music via the IAPH Marketplace.

Product overview

The International Association of Counselors and Therapists (IACT) is a premier professional association offering a unified membership-based platform for holistic practitioners. The organization provides a three-tier membership structure (Associate, Professional, and Certified) as its core offering, supplemented by an integrated suite of products including the Virtual Library (articles, scripts, videos, glossary), HypnoCaster video platform, and the Unlimited Human Magazine (quarterly journal and monthly e-zine). IACT also operates the annual Hypno Expo Conference, training and certification programs (Board Certified Hypnotist, Train The Trainer, Certified Master Trainer, Stress Management), a Mentoring Program, a Find A Practitioner directory, and a Local Chapters Network. The portfolio functions as a comprehensive professional development ecosystem where membership grants access to all resources and practitioners can network, train, and grow their practices.

Differentiator

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Products and services

• IACT Membership Programs Three-tier recurring annual membership (Associate, Professional, Certified) for individual hypnotists, hypnotherapists, and multi-disciplinary holistic practitioners, providing access to the Virtual Library, Unlimited Human quarterly journal, monthly e-zine, members-only forum, local chapter network, and continuing education opportunities.
• Annual Hypno Expo Conference Annual professional conference for hypnosis practitioners featuring presentations, training sessions, networking opportunities, a presenter series, and both in-person and virtual attendance options.
• Board Certified Hypnotist Training and Certification Standalone certification program awarding the IACT Board Certified Hypnotist credential, delivered via approved instructors and approved schools for individual practitioners pursuing standardized hypnosis credentials.
• Train The Trainer Program Instructor certification course enabling experienced hypnotists to become approved IACT trainers, available as a paid program within the IACT training portfolio.
• Certified Stress Management Consultant Training Paid specialization track certifying practitioners as Certified Stress Management Consultants, supplementing hypnosis practice with stress management credentials.
• Mentoring Program Structured paid mentorship program pairing experienced hypnotists with newer practitioners for one-on-one professional guidance, skill development, and practice-building support.
• HypnoCaster Video Platform Standalone online video platform featuring hypnosis professionals sharing educational content and experience for member professional development and public-facing awareness.
• Find A Practitioner Directory Public referral-based directory enabling individuals to locate verified IACT-certified hypnosis practitioners in their area across various specialties.
• Unlimited Human Magazine Quarterly professional journal (with a monthly electronic e-zine companion) delivering industry news, techniques, research updates, and professional development content to IACT members.
• IAPH Marketplace Product Sales Direct e-commerce sales of hypnosis books, CDs, audio downloads, and relaxation music offered through the IAPH Shopify storefront, marketed under the IACT brand.

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Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• International Medical & Dental Hypnotherapy Association (IMDHA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIMDHA is a related professional association in the hypnosis field. IACT offers IMDHA-sponsored hypnosis training programs, approved schools, and instructor certification through its platform, indicating a collaborative relationship between the two major hypnosis associations.
• IAPH - The Hypnosis Alliance NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIAPH is The Hypnosis Alliance Network of Professional Hypnotists, a related organization within the IACT ecosystem. The IACT website features IAPH branding and the IAPH Marketplace is used for IACT's product sales, indicating a closely integrated partnership.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights4 records

Emerging players

• International Association for Regression Therapy: A smaller specialty association serving regression therapists with certification, training, and directories. It overlaps with IACT's holistic-practitioner member base and competes for training events and member mindshare in adjacent niches.

Direct peers

• IAPH - The Hypnosis Alliance Network: IAPH is the parent platform that hosts IACT's website, operates the IAPH Marketplace, and co-brands resources with IACT. It sells comparable products (books, CDs, downloads) and serves overlapping practitioner and consumer audiences.
• International Medical & Dental Hypnotherapy Association (IMDHA): IMDHA is a directly comparable professional membership association for clinical hypnotists, formally named as an IACT core strategic partner. Both organizations run membership tiers, approved schools/instructors, and certification programs in the hypnosis field.
• American Council of Hypnotist Examiners (ACHE): ACHE is a national certification and examination body for hypnotists, competing with IACT's Board Certified Hypnotist designation on credentials, training standards, and member recognition.
• National Guild of Hypnotists (NGH): NGH is one of the largest US hypnosis professional associations, offering membership tiers, certification, conventions, and continuing education in direct competition with IACT for hypnotists and hypnotherapists.

Broad incumbents

• International Coach Federation (ICF): ICF is a large, established global professional association for coaches. Its credentialing, chapters, and continuing education directly overlap with the coaches, NLP practitioners, and helping-arts members that IACT also serves.

Regional players

• British Hypnotherapy Association: A UK-based professional association offering membership, practitioner directories, and training oversight for hypnotherapists, structurally analogous to IACT but operating in a different geography with its own regulatory context.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

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