Have you considered looking at other options that might help you?
IBS or Irritable Bowel Syndrome is actually really common. The symptoms can be unpleasant and can also effect your daily life. Many people find themselves housebound, or at least planning their commute/trips or journeys around toilet availability. Some can find that their bloating is so bad that their clothes can be uncomfortable. It can impact your social life too as certain foods or alcohol may make your IBS worse.
Many IBS sufferers find their symptoms worsen during times of stress or when a life changing event happens such as moving house, getting divorced, suffering a bereavement or during work issues.
It’s always important to get your IBS symptoms checked by a medical professional so that they can exclude any other possible causes. Your GP will then decide on the best course of action for you, sometimes this will include medication or change of diet.
Various studies have shown that reducing stress and anxiety can help improve IBS symptoms. Professor Whorwell a gastroenterologist at Wythenshawe Hospital, Manchester, actually runs a hypnotherapy clinic for IBS patients. A study by Professor Whorwell showed that patients treated with hypnotherapy improved. Before the treatment, 65 % had severe IBS pre-treatment with the remaining 35 % having moderate IBS. After the Skype hypnotherapy sessions, 25 % of were classed as having severe IBS, 40% moderate IBS and the remaining 35% mild IBS.
So, if you interested in learning more about how Solution Focused Hypnotherapy could help you manage your IBS, please get in touch. I’m always happy to have a quick chat over the phone. My initial online consultation is free. All my sessions are done online so you can be in the comfort of your own home.