Why Woo-Woo Works
ÂŁ249 GBP early-bird (ÂŁ299)
Discover the evidence-based power behind alternative and spiritual practices, from energy healing to intention and beyond. Watch the video for a short introduction.
Pre-registration now open. Course begins in September.
Reserve your place nowWhy this course
Are you a practitioner of alternative, holistic, or spiritual practices who wants to better understand the science behind what you do?
Or are you simply someone who’s deeply curious — eager to explore the “woo” you’ve heard about, but want more than just wishful thinking?
This course isn’t about rejecting mainstream approaches. It’s about enriching them…
What You'll Learn / Gain
- A solid understanding of the science behind alternative practices
- Greater confidence in explaining your work to clients, family, and skeptics
- Tools to self-regulate and optimise your own energy
- Clear science-informed language for talking about energy and healing
- A deeper respect for the mystery and beauty of healing
What's included
âś… 6 core learning modules
âś… 6 monthly live Zoom sessions
âś… Downloadable PDFs, cheat sheets, curated resources
âś… Journal prompts and exercises
âś… Recordings & lifetime access to multiple teaching videos & audios that you can refer back to time and time again.
âś…Â Certificate on completion.
Supporting resources:
- "How to Talk About This With Skeptics" guide
- "Credible Studies You Can Reference" document.
- Printable “Practice & Science Cheat Sheets” for common modalities
Course Breakdown
Module 1: The Mind-Body Connection
Module 2: The Active Ingredient
Module 3: Biofield Therapies and Other Healing Practices
Module 4: How to Access the Latest Research on Alternative Practices
Module 5: Science and Spirituality Parallels
Module 6: Perception, Connectedness & Psi
Live Sessions (with Q&A)
Month 1: Welcome + Understanding the Mind-Body Connection
Month 2: You, the Therapist — Your State Matters
Month 3: Biofield Therapies in Practice
Month 4: How to Research Woo (and Spot 'Woo-Woo' Woo)
Month 5: Quantum Physics: What You Can (and Can’t) Say
Month 6: Psi and Distant Intention
Who is this course for?
This course is for:
- Therapists and practitioners of holistic / alternative modalities
- Curious seekers who want a credible, grounded introduction to spiritual practices
- Anyone who wants to understand and communicate these practices with clarity and confidence

About David
Dr David R Hamilton is a former pharmaceutical scientist, and author of Why Woo-Woo Works, How Your Mind Can Heal Your Body, and The Joy of Actually Giving a Fck. He is known for blending science with heart and for making complex things simple and easy-to-understand. In his books and talks, he helps people understand the biology of belief, the power of kindness, and the bridge between science and spirituality.

Lifetime access
You get lifetime access to all course content, and all audios are downloadable.

Learn & Understand
Learn the science behind holistic, alternative, and spiritual practices.

Certificate
You'll receive a certificate of completion on successful completion of the course.
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Why Woo-Woo Works
ÂŁ249 GBP (ÂŁ299)
Presale now open at this early-bird price - course begins September 2025.
Reserve your place now and get early-bird access to exclusive bonus resources before the course starts.
Reserve my place nowFrequently Asked Questions
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You've got this!
By the end of this course, you’ll not only understand the science that supports alternative and spiritual practices—you’ll feel more confident in your work (or exploration), be better equipped to explain what you do to others, and know how to practice with greater clarity, presence, and power.
You don’t need to choose between science and spirituality. You can honour both — with clarity, confidence, and curiosity. This course is for anyone who believes in healing, connection, and the deeper intelligence of life. I’d love for you to join me.
- Dr David R Hamilton
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