Hypnotherapy for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Transform your digestive health by addressing the gut-brain connection through hypnotherapy.

At Neurohealth Wellness on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, we understand how disruptive Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can be. For many people, the physical discomfort is only part of the challenge—there’s also the emotional toll that comes with ongoing symptoms. If you're looking for a natural, evidence-based approach to relieve IBS, gut-directed hypnotherapy may be the answer.

What Is IBS and How Can Hypnotherapy Help?

Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a common gastrointestinal disorder that causes symptoms like:

Abdominal pain or cramps
Bloating
Diarrhoea or constipation (or both)
Urgency and discomfort
Ongoing digestive disruption

Although the exact cause of IBS is still unknown, researchers believe that a miscommunication between the gut and brain plays a central role. This is known as the gut-brain axis—and it’s where hypnotherapy comes in.

Gut-directed hypnotherapy works by creating new patterns of communication between the gut and the brain. Through a deeply relaxed, focused state of awareness, the subconscious mind can begin to reprogram emotional and physical responses, reducing IBS symptoms and restoring calm within the body.

The Science Behind Hypnotherapy for IBS

A number of clinical studies have shown hypnotherapy to be a highly effective treatment for IBS. A landmark study conducted by Monash University found that:

70–80% of participants experienced symptom improvement
These improvements were long-lasting
Many patients no longer needed to make drastic changes to their diet once symptoms improved through hypnosis

By addressing the stress and anxiety often associated with IBS, hypnotherapy can reduce the intensity and frequency of symptoms, offering a gentle, drug-free solution that works from within.

How Hypnotherapy Works at Neurohealth Wellness

Our certified hypnotherapist, Katarina McNamara, uses a client-centred, naturalistic approach inspired by the work of Dr. Milton Erickson. Each session is tailored to your unique needs, with the goal of guiding you into a relaxed state where subconscious emotional patterns can shift.

During your sessions, you’ll:

Learn how to relax your body and mind
Address underlying emotional stressors or trauma
Develop new neural pathways that support improved digestive function
Gain tools for long-term self-regulation and stress reduction

By creating a sense of harmony between the gut and brain, you may find freedom from symptoms you once thought were permanent.

Why Choose Neurohealth Wellness?

At Neurohealth Wellness, we believe in a whole-person approach to healing. Our practitioners combine advanced clinical training with deep empathy and experience to help you:

Reconnect with your body’s innate healing wisdom
Address emotional and physical causes of gut discomfort
Live without fear of your next IBS flare-up

We’re proud to offer gut-directed hypnotherapy as part of our integrative care options in Allambie Heights, serving the greater Northern Beaches area.

Take the First Step Towards IBS Relief

We offer a free 15-minute phone consultation with Katarina McNamara so you can explore how hypnotherapy could help you manage IBS.

📞 Call Katarina directly on 0494 079 268
📧 Email: info@mindshiftclinic.com.au
🌐 Or book online