Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the unregulated and potentially exploitative nature of the hypnosis training market in China, where individuals are spending significant amounts of money on unrecognized certifications and questionable training programs [2][12][15]. Group 1: Market Dynamics - Over 20,000 individuals have been trained as "advanced hypnosis therapists" by a specific organization, which aims to become a globally trusted psychological bank [3]. - The average cost for hypnosis training is around 40,000 yuan per person, with total expenditures exceeding 80 million yuan for the training of these therapists [2]. - The lack of regulatory oversight has led to a "zero threshold" for entering the psychological service market, allowing anyone to offer training without professional qualifications [12][15]. Group 2: Training Experience - Trainees often report dissatisfaction with the quality of training, describing the content as simplistic and lacking depth, leading to feelings of being misled [4][8]. - The training programs often employ high-pressure sales tactics, encouraging participants to recruit others to recover their costs, raising concerns about potential pyramid scheme structures [13][21]. - Many trainees have experienced emotional distress and financial burdens as a result of their involvement in these programs, with some resorting to public exposure to seek refunds [8][21]. Group 3: Regulatory Environment - The absence of a professional association for psychological consultants in China has resulted in a lack of standards and regulatory bodies to oversee the industry [15]. - Current regulations do not require psychological service providers to have any formal qualifications, leading to a proliferation of unqualified practitioners [12][15]. - Legal experts indicate that while there are regulatory gaps, consumers can still report fraudulent practices and seek legal recourse for misleading claims and contracts [21].