Program Options
Residential Retreat with Carlos de León Enrolment is limited to 40 students, and each application requires the approval of Dr. de León.
February 3 through 9, 2024
Important Update: Please contact the Ontogony Team at info@ontogony.com before registering for your lodging choice to confirm availability. Space is limited, and Reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Host Location: Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre, Maple Ridge, BC. This lovely natural setting on the shore of a pristine lake is part of the University of British Columbia’s Malcolm Knapp Research Forest, located 1.5 hours from downtown Vancouver.
Ontogonic Therapeutic Hypnosis Training Intensive (Year One) Residential Retreat with Carlos de León. This is the first year of a two-year Training Program offered in 7-day intensive retreats, the first of which starts on February 3, 2024. Covering theoretical and experiential training, the program is designed for students and practitioners engaged in therapy, healing, or offering counseling services and familiar with Ontogonic principles and techniques. Acceptance into the program requires approval by Carlos de León.
This two-year program is offered in two 7-day retreat intensives. Year One runs from February 3–9, 2024. (Year Two runs January 31 to February 6, 2025.) Through lecture and experiential training, the course is designed for students with clinical credentials and/or an extensive familiarity with psychotherapeutic principles and techniques. Enrollment is limited to 40 students, and each application requires the approval of Dr. de León. The wide-ranging curriculum addresses many approaches and applications of hypnosis, including the hazards. It explores the dynamics of suggestion, the induction and deepening of trance states, the development of hypnotic power, including its sensory disturbances and psychic phenomena, and the myriad applications of hypnosis (from body/mind therapy, sports medicine, and police investigations, to psychic and spiritual development and the profound exploration of consciousness)! We start with the compelling science behind hypnotherapy, explore the fascinating connection between the conscious and unconscious minds, learn how hypnotherapy is helping millions triumph over addictions, fears, traumas, and self-sabotage, and discover the quickest, most straightforward route to mastering and facilitating the process as a certified hypnotherapist. Please Note: A pre-requisite for attending the Therapeutic Hypnosis Training is that students already have a foundational understanding of the goals and objectives outlined below. While this program is an essential prerequisite for further training in this field and the possibility of certification, attendance in the first year does not guarantee acceptance into the second year of training. Carlos de León reserves the right to individually assess and determine appropriateness and compatibility. Submit your CV, Photo and intention of attending the program to Ontogony At Carlos de León’s discretion, attend an interview. Receive final approval. Guiding students to shed false concepts about hypnosis and its applications; Generating a deep, clear understanding of hypnosis so that its various techniques and theories are available to help patients in their self-healing processes; Introducing a variety of approaches to hypnosis and perfecting the techniques; Using hypnosis to support other types of treatment; and Learning to explore and develop human consciousness through hypnosis. To follow the principles of Ontogonic Body-Mind Therapy: Activate, Allow, Observe and Assimilate; To create a state of awareness that allows the experience of ‘True Nature’ – for both the therapist and the patient; To embrace the material from ‘True Nature’ so that instant assimilation occurs; To maintain a perspective of Love, Freedom, Grace, and Pleasure as the Goals of Therapy; To offer consistent diagnosis, based permanently in the here and now; To work directly and intuitively with the total flow of the moment, not getting lost in the parts; Aim at the ultimate goal, which is to break ‘characterology” and sustain the new freedom. Year One, Part One: Fundamentals of Hypnosis Year One, Part Two: General Applications Year Two, Part One: Hypnotherapy Year Two, Part Two: Experimental Hypnosis 1. Defining Hypnosis 2. Types of Hypnosis: Approaches (Authoritarian and Permissive) and Applications (Theatrical, Growth, Therapeutic and Experimental) 3. Hazards in Hypnosis 4. Dynamics of Hypnosis: The State, Rapport, Suggestion, Learning, and Transference 5. Suggestion 6. Hypnotic Susceptibility 7. Induction: Simple & Advanced Techniques 8. Deepening 9. Types of Suggestions: In Vigil (Awake), in a Hypnotic State, Prehypnotic, and Posthypnotic 10. Measuring the Depth of Hypnotic Trance 1. Development of the Hypnotic “power”: Mesmerism, Tantric Sadhana, and Ontogonic Development. 2. Hypnotic Phenomena: Actions, Amnesia, Induction of Complexes, Regression, Progression, Anesthesia, Analgesia, Cognitive Alterations, Secondary Personalities, Observation, Sensory Disorders, and Psychic Phenomena. 3. Application Areas: Study, Growth, Body-Mind Therapy, Medicine: Rehabilitation and Anesthesia, Police Investigation, Abduction Investigation, Psychic Development, Sports, Spiritual Development, Theatre, Shamanism, and Application in Animals. 4. Techniques Derived From Hypnosis: Self-Hypnosis, Autogenic Therapy, Ra, Guided Visualization, Brain Stimulation, and Mental Control. 5. Solutions to Obstacles in the Hypnotic Process: Resistance, Simulation, Catharsis, and Transference. Whether as a dedicated therapy practitioner or as one offering a service in any realm of healing and personal development, the skills and integration of hypnotherapy can significantly enrich your work. You expand the transformation offer to your clients, widen the scope of your services and client base, and multiply your capacity to make a difference, serve others, and contribute to happier and healthier lives. The second year of the training program, offered in a 7-day retreat intensive, starts on January 31, 2025, and concludes on February 6, 2025. It is open to students who are graduates of the Ontogonic Body-Mind Therapy Program, have clinical credentials, and/or extensive familiarity with psychotherapeutic principles and techniques. Enrolment is limited to 40 students, and each application requires the approval of Dr. de León. Please Note: Prerequisite for attending Year Two, Therapeutic Hypnosis Training: Students shall have completed Year One of the Ontogonic Therapeutic Hypnosis Program and have gained a foundational understanding of the goals and objectives of the Program. Step One: Complete the required Case Studies, covering at least 40 hours of client services. In this term, achieve the goals as set forth by Carlos de León. Step Two: Forward the presentation of case studies to Carlos de León. Step Three: Your Application, forwarded to Carlos de León for his approval, should include the following: 1. Your reasons and motivation for participation in the training program. 2. A CV of related experience, both personal and professional. 3. A Current Photograph 1. General Guidelines: Hazards, Indications, Contradictions, Patient Preparation, and Anxiety Management 2.Psychobiological Hypnotherapy: Removal of Symptoms, Guide, Support, Persuasion, Desensitization, Re-education, and Reconditioning 3. Psychological Hypnotherapy: Support Hypnotherapy, Re-educative Hypnotherapy, Hypnoanalysis, NLP (Neuro-linguistic Programming), Ericksonian Hypnotherapy, Behavioural Hypnotherapy, Past Lives Hypnotherapy, Eclectic Hypnotherapy, Sari, and Hypnotherapy Specializing in Dissociation and Ontogonic Hypnotherapy 4.Problems in Hypnotherapy: Transference and Counter-transference and False Memories Syndrome 1. Exploration and Development of Different States of Consciousness 2. Exploration of Psychic Capabilities 3. Exploration of the Use of Hypnosis in Spiritual Practices 4. Exploration of Different Shamanic Trances 5. Reincarnation Exploration 6. Exploration in Abduction Cases: An Alien Contact 7. Exploration of “o-b-e” Experiences and “Life After Death” 8. Ontogonic Exploration 9. Exploration of “o-b-e” Experiences and “Life After Death” 10. Ontogonic Exploration Program Format: Residential Retreat of 7 Days and 6 Nights Program Dates: February 3 through 9, 2024 February 3, 2024: Arrival time is 2:00 p.m. for registration, room check-in, and light lunch, and the program session starts at 4:00 p.m. February 9, 2024: The closing session ends at approximately 1:00 p.m., followed by a light lunch before your return. Session Times: (Estimates only, due to the nature of Carlos de Leon's teaching style) February 3, 2024, 4:00 to 10:00 pm February 4 to 8, 2024, 8:00 am to 10:00 pm February 9, 2024, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm Location: Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre, Maple Ridge, BC; this beautiful property found on the shore of a pristine lake is part of the University of British Columbia’s Malcolm Knapp Research Forest, located 1.5 hours from downtown Vancouver. Tel: (604) 463-8149; Toll-Free: (866) 463-8165 Address: 14500 Silver Valley Road, Maple Ridge, BC V4R 2R3 Website: http://www.loonlake.ubc.ca Language: English Program Access & Material: To support the integration of the teachings, audio files and PDFs will remain available for your personal download for a duration of one month following the conclusion of the retreat. After this period, the program will be removed from the website. Accommodation & Tuition Options in Canadian Dollars, Inclusive of GST (Goods & Services Taxes) Program Fee: Includes tuition, accommodation for 7 days and 6 nights, meals, 6 breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 6 dinners beginning with lunch on February 3, 2024, and concluding with a light lunch on February 9, 2024. Options for lodging are on a first-come, first-served basis. We recommend that you register early, reserve your choice of accommodation, and provide us with the name of your roommate(s); otherwise, we cannot guarantee your selection of lodging. If your lodging choice is a double or quad room and we cannot fulfill the roommate requirements, an upgrade charge will apply to your tuition fees. Please Note: All Payment Plans must be secured with a credit card that we can enter into our secure banking system. IMPORTANT UPDATE: Before registering for your choice of lodging, don't hesitate to get in touch with the Ontogony Team: info@ontogony.com to confirm availability and to ensure we have a roommate(s) for you to share with if you are not providing us with an option. KOERNER LODGE REGISTRATION FEE & SPECIAL OFFER: Valid until October 18, 2023 Koerner Lodge: Single Room Option - SOLD OUT! A – Registration Fee & Special Offer: Koerner Lodge Single Room (Payment in Full): $2,419.99 CAD. The Registration Fee of $525 CAD is due at the time of enrolment to save your seat. The balance of $1,894.99 CAD is due on November 15, 2023. B – Registration Fee & Special Offer: Koerner Lodge Single Room (Two Instalment Payment Plan): $2,540.99 CAD. The Registration Fee of $525 CAD is due at the time of enrolment to save your seat. The balance of $2,015.99 CAD is due in two instalments; the first payment of $1,007.99 CAD is due on November 15, 2023; plus one equal payment on the 15th of the following month. C – Registration Fee & Special Offer: Koerner Lodge Single Room (Three Instalment Payment Plan): $2,661.99 CAD. The Registration Fee of $525 CAD is due at the time of enrolment to save your seat. The balance of $2,136.99 CAD is due in three instalments; the first payment of $712.33 CAD is due on November 15, 2023; plus two equal payments on the 15th of the following months. Koerner Lodge: Double Room Option - SOLD OUT! A – Registration Fee & Special Offer: Koerner Lodge Double Room (Payment in Full): $2,295.25 CAD. The Registration Fee of $525 CAD is due at the time of enrolment to save your seat. The balance of $1,770.25 CAD is due on November 15, 2023. B – Registration Fee & Special Offer: Koerner Lodge Double Room (Two Instalment Payment Plan): $2,410.01 CAD. The Registration Fee of $525 CAD is due at the time of enrolment to save your seat. The balance of $1,885.01 CAD is due in two instalments; the first payment of $942.50 CAD is due on November 15, 2023; plus one equal payment on the 15th of the following month. C – Registration Fee & Special Offer: Koerner Lodge Double Room (Three Instalment Payment Plan): $2,524.77 CAD. The Registration Fee of $525 CAD is due at the time of enrolment to save your seat. The balance of $1,999.77 CAD is due in three instalments; the first payment of $666.59 CAD is due on November 15, 2023; plus two equal payments on the 15th of the following months. Koerner Lodge: Quad Room Option A – Registration Fee & Special Offer: Koerner Lodge Quad Room (Payment in Full): $2,176.18 CAD. The Registration Fee of $525 CAD is due at the time of enrolment to save your seat. The balance of $1,651.18 CAD is due on November 15, 2023. B – Registration Fee & Special Offer: Koerner Lodge Quad Room (Two Instalment Payment Plan): $2,284.99 CAD. The Registration Fee of $525 CAD is due at the time of enrolment to save your seat. The balance of $1,759.99 CAD is due in two instalments; the first payment of $879.99 CAD is due on November 15, 2023; plus one equal payment on the 15th of the following month. C – Registration Fee & Special Offer: Koerner Lodge Quad Room (Three Instalment Payment Plan): $2,393.80 CAD. The Registration Fee of $525 CAD is due at the time of enrolment to save your seat. The balance of $1,868.80 CAD is due in three instalments; the first payment of $622.93 CAD is due on November 15, 2023; plus two equal payments on the 15th of the following months. SPECIAL OFFER: Valid October 19 to December 5, 2023 Koerner Lodge: Single Room Option - SOLD OUT! A – Special Offer: Koerner Lodge Single Room (Payment in Full): $2,419.99 CAD, due at the time of registration. B – Special Offer: Koerner Lodge Single Room (Two Instalment Payment Plan): $2,540.99 CAD. The first payment of $1,270.49 CAD is due at the time of registration; plus one equal payment on the 15th of the following month. C – Special Offer: Koerner Lodge Single Room (Three Instalment Payment Plan): $2,661.99 CAD. The first payment of $887.33 CAD is due at the time of registration; plus two equal payments on the 15th of the following months. Koerner Lodge: Double Room Option - SOLD OUT! A – Special Offer: Koerner Lodge Double Room (Payment in Full): $2,295.25 CAD, due at the time of registration. B – Special Offer: Koerner Lodge Double Room (Two Instalment Payment Plan): $2,410.01 CAD. The first payment of $1,205.00 CAD is due at the time of registration; plus one equal payment on the 15th of the following month. C – Special Offer: Koerner Lodge Double Room (Three Instalment Payment Plan): $2,524.77 CAD. The first payment of $841.59 CAD is due at the time of registration; plus two equal payments on the 15th of the following months. Koerner Lodge: Quad Room Option A – Special Offer: Koerner Lodge Quad Room (Payment in Full): $2,176.18 CAD, due at the time of registration. B – Special Offer: Koerner Lodge Quad Room (Two Instalment Payment Plan): $2,284.99 CAD. The first payment of $1,142.49 CAD is due at the time of registration; plus one equal payment on the 15th of the following month. C – Special Offer: Koerner Lodge Quad Room (Three Instalment Payment Plan): $2,393.80 CAD. The first payment of $797.93 CAD is due at the time of registration; plus two equal payments on the 15th of the following months. EARLY BIRD: Valid December 6, 2023 to January 5, 2024 Koerner Lodge: Single Room Option - SOLD OUT! A – Early Bird: Koerner Lodge Single Room (Payment in Full): $2,688.88 CAD, due at the time of registration. B – Early Bird: Koerner Lodge Single Room (Two Instalment Payment Plan): $2,823.32 CAD. The first payment of $1,411.66 CAD is due at the time of registration; plus one equal payment on the 15th of the following month. Koerner Lodge: Double Room Option - SOLD OUT! A – Early Bird: Koerner Lodge Double Room (Payment in Full): $2,550.28 CAD, due at the time of registration. B – Early Bird: Koerner Lodge Double Room (Two Instalment Payment Plan): $2,677.79 CAD. The first payment of $1,338.89 CAD is due at the time of registration; plus one equal payment on the 15th of the following month. Koerner Lodge: Quad Room Option A – Early Bird: Koerner Lodge Quad Room (Payment in Full): $2,417.98 CAD, due at the time of registration. B – Early Bird: Koerner Lodge Quad Room (Two Instalment Payment Plan): $2,538.87 CAD. The first payment of $1,269.44 CAD is due at the time of registration; plus one equal payment on the 15th of the following month. REGULAR TUITION: Valid from January 6, 2024 Koerner Lodge: Single Room Option - SOLD OUT! A – Regular Tuition: Koerner Lodge Single Room (Payment in Full): $2,957.76 CAD, due at the time of registration. Koerner Lodge: Double Room Option - SOLD OUT! A – Regular Tuition: Koerner Lodge Double Room (Payment in Full): $2,805.30 CAD, due at the time of registration. Koerner Lodge: Quad Room Option A – Regular Tuition: Koerner Lodge Quad Room (Payment in Full): $2,659.77 CAD, due at the time of registration. JOHNSON YEW REGISTRATION FEE & SPECIAL OFFER: Valid until October 18, 2023 Johnson Yew: Single Room Option - SOLD OUT! A – Registration Fee & Special Offer: Johnson Yew Single Room (Payment in Full): $2,295.25 CAD. The Registration Fee of $525 CAD is due at the time of enrolment to save your seat. The balance of $1,770.25 CAD is due on November 15, 2023. B – Registration Fee & Special Offer: Johnson Yew Single Room (Two Instalment Payment Plan): $2,410.01 CAD. The Registration Fee of $525 CAD is due at the time of enrolment to save your seat. The balance of $1,885.01 CAD is due in two instalments; the first payment of $942.50 CAD is due on November 15, 2023; plus one equal payment on the 15th of the following month. C – Registration Fee & Special Offer: Johnson Yew Single Room (Three Instalment Payment Plan): $2,524.77 CAD. The Registration Fee of $525 CAD is due at the time of enrolment to save your seat. The balance of $1,999.77 CAD is due in three instalments; the first payment of $666.59 CAD is due on November 15, 2023; plus two equal payments on the 15th of the following months. Johnson Yew: Double Room Option A – Registration Fee & Special Offer: Johnson Yew Double Room (Payment in Full): $2,176.18 CAD. The Registration Fee of $525 CAD is due at the time of enrolment to save your seat. The balance of $1,651.18 CAD is due on November 15, 2023. B – Registration Fee & Special Offer: Johnson Yew Double Room (Two Instalment Payment Plan): $2,284.99 CAD. The Registration Fee of $525 CAD is due at the time of enrolment to save your seat. The balance of $1,759.99 CAD is due in two instalments; the first payment of $879.99 CAD is due on November 15, 2023; plus one equal payment on the 15th of the following month. C – Registration Fee & Special Offer: Johnson Yew Double Room (Three Instalment Payment Plan): $2,393.80 CAD. The Registration Fee of $525 CAD is due at the time of enrolment to save your seat. The balance of $1,868.80 CAD is due in three instalments; the first payment of $622.93 CAD is due on November 15, 2023; plus two equal payments on the 15th of the following months. SPECIAL OFFER: Valid October 19 to December 5, 2023 Johnson Yew: Single Room Option - SOLD OUT! A – Special Offer: Johnson Yew Single Room (Payment in Full): $2,295.25 CAD, due at the time of registration. B – Special Offer: Johnson Yew Single Room (Two Instalment Payment Plan): $2,410.01CAD. The first payment of $1,205.00 CAD is due at the time of registration; plus one equal payment on the 15th of the following month. C – Special Offer: Johnson Yew Single Room (Three Instalment Payment Plan): $2,524.77 CAD. The first payment of $841.59 CAD is due at the time of registration; plus two equal payments on the 15th of the following months. Johnson Yew: Double Room Option A – Special Offer: Johnson Yew Double Room (Payment in Full): $2,176.18 CAD, due at the time of registration. B – Special Offer: Johnson Yew Double Room (Two Instalment Payment Plan): $2,228.10 CAD. The first payment of $1,142.49 CAD is due at the time of registration; plus one equal payment on the 15th of the following month. C – Special Offer: Johnson Yew Double Room (Three Instalment Payment Plan): $2,393.80 CAD. The first payment of $797.93 CAD is due at the time of registration; plus two equal payments on the 15th of the following months. EARLY BIRD: Valid December 6, 2023 to January 5, 2024 Johnson Yew: Single Room Option - SOLD OUT! A – Early Bird: Johnson Yew Single Room (Payment in Full): $2,550.28 CAD, due at the time of registration. B – Early Bird: Johnson Yew Single Room (Two Instalment Payment Plan): $2,677.79 CAD. The first payment of $1,338.89 CAD is due at the time of registration; plus one equal payment on the 15th of the following month. Johnson Yew: Double Room Option A – Early Bird: Johnson Yew Double Room (Payment in Full): $2,417.98 CAD, due at the time of registration. B – Early Bird: Johnson Yew Double Room (Two Instalment Payment Plan): $2,538.87 CAD. The first payment of $1,269.44 CAD is due at the time of registration; plus one equal payment on the 15th of the following month. REGULAR TUITION: Valid from January 6, 2024 Johnson Yew: Single Room Option - SOLD OUT! A – Regular Tuition: Johnson Yew Single Room (Payment in Full): $2,805.30 CAD, due at the time of registration. Johnson Yew: Double Room Option A – Regular Tuition: Johnson Yew Double Room (Payment in Full): $2,659.77 CAD, due at the time of registration. Program Access & Material: To support the integration of the teachings, audio files and PDFs will remain available for your personal download for a duration of one month following the conclusion of the retreat. After this period, the program will be removed from the website. GENERAL CANCELLATION POLICIES AGREEMENT TO TERMS & CONDITIONS: In completing your registration for the Retreat, you agree to the policy set forth by Ontogony Evolution LTD 2023-2024. PLEASE NOTE: Should you cancel your registration after the date of registration, you will be subject to the following full program cancellation fees, plus an administration fee of $75. A credit memo for the outstanding amount will be applied to your student account. There are no cash refunds. All requests for any cancellations must be submitted in writing, to the Finance Administrator at info@ontogony.com. Variable refunds for cancellations will be given, as follows: The guidelines presented are those set forth by our host. Ontogony Evolution Ltd is required to adhere, as mandated in our contract with Loon Lake Lodge & Retreat Centre. In circumstances, where Carlos de León uses his reserved right to decline the admission or further participation of any person prior to or during a program, that person will be refunded either the full program fee (when admission has been declined) or a partial program fee that is pro-rated according to the program time remaining that he/she will no longer be attending. GENERAL PROGRAM ATTENDANCE GUIDELINES Agreement with the following is requisite for enrolment in Residential Retreat: MOntogonic Therapeutic Hypnosis Training Intensive (Year One):
120 Hours of Training divided into Two Seven-Day Intensives
The following steps are required to be accepted into Year Two of the training program:
Carlos de León,
the founder of Ontogony, holds Ph.D.’s in both Clinical Psychology and Holistic Medicine. Dr. de León has spent more than 40 years in related research, study, and practitioner experience,
particularly in the area of personal transformation. As the founder of the Mexican Association for Psychotherapy and Transpersonal Development, he teaches and, perhaps more significantly, has developed the model known as Ontogony:
an inquiring discipline for the research, study, and development of liberating tools and paradigms. Read more...