Absolutely. We offer secure online sessions so you can receive care from anywhere.

Hypnotherapy isn’t a “cure” for IBS, but research shows it can be a highly effective long-term treatment for managing symptoms. Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy helps calm the gut–brain connection, reducing pain, bloating, and irregular bowel habits.

Clinical studies have found that its results can be comparable to the low FODMAP diet, offering similar levels of symptom relief – without the need for restrictive eating. Because hypnotherapy works by retraining how the gut and mind communicate, many people experience lasting improvements in comfort, digestion, and overall wellbeing.

That’s exactly what this targets — reducing anxiety that affects your gut and building a more relaxed relationship with eating.

While “hormonal IBS” isn’t an official diagnosis, many women notice their IBS symptoms change or worsen during menopause. Falling estrogen and progesterone levels can slow digestion, increase gut sensitivity, and alter the gut microbiome—leading to more bloating, constipation, or discomfort. Stress, mood changes, and sleep disruption can make symptoms worse. The good news is that hypnotherapy can address both  IBS and menopause-related symptoms, offering calm, balance, and relief on both fronts.

Yes. Gut-directed hypnotherapy is a gentle, evidence-based approach proven to ease abdominal pain, bloating, and irregular bowel habits in children with IBS. Sessions are designed for young minds and include psychoeducation to help children understand how the gut and brain communicate and why symptoms occur. Through relaxation, guided imagery, and therapeutic metaphors, children learn to calm their nervous system, reduce discomfort, and feel more in control of their body. This approach is safe, empowering, and often leads to lasting improvements in wellbeing.

Most people benefit from 6 to 12 weekly sessions of Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy, depending on their individual needs and response. The improvements are typically long-lasting, as the therapy helps retrain both the gut and the mind for sustained comfort and balance.

Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy often brings a range of positive side benefits beyond easing IBS symptoms. Because it works through deep relaxation and improving communication between the brain and body, many people notice:

• Reduced anxiety and stress, as the nervous system becomes calmer and more regulated
• Improved sleep and energy levels
• Better mood and emotional balance
• Enhanced body awareness and confidence around eating and digestion

Emerging research and clinical reports also suggest that hypnotherapy may help reduce menopause-related symptoms, such as hot flushes, sleep disturbance, and emotional reactivity — likely due to its calming effect on the autonomic nervous system.

Importantly, hypnotherapy is a safe and non-invasive approach with no known negative side effects when practiced by a qualified therapist.

There is strong clinical evidence supporting the effectiveness of Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy (GDH) for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Over 30 years of research — including multiple randomised controlled trials (RCTs) — has shown that this approach provides significant, long-term relief from IBS symptoms.

Key studies include:

• Whorwell et al. (1984, University of Manchester) – One of the earliest landmark studies showing that 12 sessions of hypnotherapy led to marked improvements in pain, bloating, and bowel function compared to standard care.
• Palsson et al. (2002, University of North Carolina) – Found that 83% of participants reported significant symptom improvement, with benefits maintained at 3-month follow-up.
• Lindfors et al. (2012, Sweden) – A large RCT comparing Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy with standard medical treatment; 70% of participants improved, and results were maintained at 1-year follow-up.
• Peters et al. (2016, Monash University, Australia) – Compared hypnotherapy with the low FODMAP diet; found comparable effectiveness for both, and the combination produced the best outcomes.
• Miller et al. (2015) – Reported that GDH significantly improved anxiety, quality of life, and gut sensitivity, highlighting its holistic benefits.
• Meta-analyses confirm these findings, showing that 70–80% of people experience sustained symptom improvement, often lasting for years.

In summary, Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy is one of the most evidence-based and effective psychological treatments for IBS, improving both gut symptoms and overall wellbeing — without medication or dietary restriction.

Yes — one of the goals of Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy is to help you return to a more normal, flexible diet with greater comfort and confidence. Many people come to hypnotherapy after trying multiple diets and feeling anxious about food — which can actually worsen IBS symptoms.

By calming the gut–brain connection and reducing the body’s hypersensitive response to stress and eating, hypnotherapy helps the gut become less reactive over time. Research shows it can be as effective as the low FODMAP diet, but without the need for long-term restriction.

As your body and mind relearn that food is safe, you can gradually reintroduce a wider variety of foods, reduce anxiety, and enjoy eating again — often with lasting relief from IBS symptoms.

That’s a really common experience — many people find it hard to stay consistent with an app, especially when symptoms, stress, or motivation fluctuate.

Working one-to-one offers something very different: personal connection, structure, and accountability. Each session is tailored to your individual symptoms, triggers, and lifestyle, so you’re not just following a script — you’re actively guided and supported.

We can adjust the pace, language, and techniques to match where you are each week, and address related issues like anxiety, stress, or hormonal changes that may be influencing your gut. Most importantly, you’re not doing it alone.

The process becomes more engaging, effective, and easier to stick with — helping you create lasting improvements in comfort, confidence, and control over your IBS.

Absolutely. As a France-trained and registered dietitian, I’m very comfortable collaborating with your local dietitian, nutritionist, naturopath, or medical team. I understand nutrition science, the low FODMAP approach, and broader principles of dietetics, so we can ensure your care is consistent and evidence-based.

Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy fits beautifully alongside nutritional and medical support. Working together, we can address both the physical and psychological aspects of IBS — helping you feel confident, comfortable, and well-supported in every part of your treatment.