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Gut Directed Hypnotherapy online group courses for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Delivered by Gastroenterology Specialist Dietitians<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reduce bloating, wind, diarrhoea, constipation and reflux for good<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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An evidenced based approach for improving symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy works with the gut\u2013brain axis to:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Calm over-sensitive signals<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Help your digestive system return to a more balanced, predictable rhythm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Put you back in control<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Our Courses:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

All courses start with a FREE live introduction session and then 7 live sessions of gut-directed hypnotherapy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can apply to attend the whole course or just the free introduction session, so that you can get a feel for whether the course is right for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our courses are suitable if you have Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) or Coeliac Disease, which have not improved with diet and medication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Run via Zoom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Includes recordings to practice with between sessions. We advise practising with your recordings at least 5 times a week between sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cost:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Introduction Session: Join us for a no obligation FREE introduction session<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All 7 sessions of Gut Directed Hypnotherapy: \u00a3249<\/p>\n\n\n

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To Attend The Course:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will need a quiet and comfortable environment, where you will not be disturbed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will need to sit or lie somewhere with a head rest or head support – for example, a high backed hair or using a pillow or cushion on a sofa or bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will need to be able to position your laptop\/tablet phone so that you can be seen from your waist upwards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will need a good WIFI connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Course Dates:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Course <\/a>1 starting July 2026 (with Gillian): Sessions are held on Tuesday at 6:30pm (GMT)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Course <\/a>2 starting July 2026 (with Liane): Sessions are held on Thursday at 7:00pm (GMT)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One to One courses available – More Information<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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New courses are added regularly<\/strong>. Cant find the right dates to suit you? Courses keep selling out before you have chance to apply? <\/strong>Join our mailing list<\/a> to get notifications when new courses and one to one sessions are added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Not Sure It\u2019s For You?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can try an introduction session for free before committing to the full gut-directed hypnotherapy course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This 45\u201360 minute session explains what to expect from the course, answers common questions, and includes a guided hypnotic relaxation to begin creating your \u201cspecial place\u201d visualisation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will also learn how to practice self-hypnosis and receive written materials on self-hypnosis and breathing exercises<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Common Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Do I need to be referred?<\/summary>\n

No you do not need a referral but you do need to have a diagnosis of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), coeliac disease or Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

Will I have to discuss my symptoms or talk to the other group members?<\/summary>\n

No, you do not have to discuss any symptoms or talk to other group members if you prefer not to. You will never be directly asked questions about your symptoms. Having said that, our participants often feedback that the group sessions feel like a safe and supportive environment to talk about symptoms and to ask questions. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

Is this course evidence-based?<\/summary>\n

Yes! We use something called the North Carolina Protocol. See our resources page<\/a> for more information <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is there evidence that Gut Directed Hypnotherapy improves symptoms in IBS?<\/summary>\n

Yes, lots! See our resources page<\/a> for more information<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

Are there any negative side effects to using hypnotherapy<\/summary>\n

Hypnotherapy is generally considered safe when conducted by a qualified and properly trained practitioner. Unlike many medications, there are no negative side effects to using Gut Directed Hypnotherapy, although some people find they can feel drowsy after a session or can feel briefly emotional during a session.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

What if I join the introduction session and decide the course is not for me<\/summary>\n

We invite you to join the introduction session so that you can get a feel for the course. If you decide it is not right for you, that’s no problem. There is no obligation to carry on. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

What if I join the introduction session and decide I would like to carry on with the full course<\/summary>\n

Great! Just let us know on email at least 24 hours prior to the date of the first course session and we will book you in (subject to there being space available)<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n

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About<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Contented Gut is run by Liane Reeves and Hannah Coleman<\/a>, experienced gastroenterology dietitians who have trained to graduate certificate level in Clinical Hypnosis with the British Society of Clinical and Academic Hypnosis (BSCAH).<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Client Testimonials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u2018My symptoms have greatly improved\u2019 <\/em><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

\u2018This course has been such a brilliant asset to me and my health<\/em>‘<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

‘<\/strong>Hypnotherapy gives me a wonderful feeling of calm’ <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

‘Very glad I completed the course. I was sceptical as to the outcome, however, I am definitely in a much better place now’<\/em><\/h5>\n\n\n\n
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