(IBS) Hypnotherapy

Irritable bowel syndrome is a common digestive complaint. IBS affects some people and not others. While symptoms vary, they usually include diarrhoea, constipation and bloating. Common triggers include stress or disruption to the good bacteria in the gut.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a cause of discomfort and stress but it does not cause permanent damage to the gut or serious illnesses, most people with IBS can keep symptoms under control

Following a diet and learning to manage stress. Once diagnosed, several things can be done to help relieve the symptoms. Lifestyle changes that can help manage symptoms of stress and anxiety. Healthy eating and changes to help ease some common health complaints.

The gut often reacts to stressful situations, making the individual nauseous or feeling as though they have to go to the toilet with some urgency. This natural mind-gut connection is often exaggerated in those suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and may cause them additional stress. Hypnotherapy for IBS can help you break the cycle of pain and anxiety related to IBS, Hypnotherapy is now acknowledged within the wider medical profession as an evidenced-based therapy that can help reduce the symptoms of IBS, and sometimes alleviate those symptoms entirely.

Hypnotherapy for IBS can help an individual learn relaxation techniques, as well as learning new ways to manage stress. Our state of mind can have an impact on our physical well-being. Therefore the tension, stress and anxiety often caused by IBS may undermine the immune system and further compromise health. Learning how to relax and manage stressful feelings can become useful life tools. Hypnosis can help to promote positive thinking and develop coping strategies. Why IBS Hypnotherapy is so successful is that the gut is very reactive to our emotions, therefore, when we learn to manage our emotions through hypnotherapy, this can ease any pressure on the gut. We will also teach you IBS self-hypnosis and visualisation which helps soothe the gut and promotes healing.