Irritable Bowel Syndrome

IBS can be exhausting and unpredictable. Bloating, pain, changing bowels, fatigue and anxiety can shape where you go, what you eat, and how much of life you feel free to say yes to. Gut-directed hypnotherapy works with the gut-brain connection to bring real, lasting relief.

“Calm your mind. Settle your body. Feel like yourself again.”

If any of this feels familiar, I can help

IBS rarely shows up as just one thing. Here are the patterns clients most often live with day to day.
Gentle supportive hypnotherapy to help you feel safe, steady and more at ease
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Bloating & discomfort

My stomach swells as the day goes on. Clothes feel wrong. I always feel a little uncomfortable.

Unpredictable bowels

I plan my day around toilets. Long journeys, meetings, dates. I am never quite at ease.

Cramping & pain

Sharp, twisting pain that stops me mid-sentence. Sometimes it lasts minutes, sometimes hours.

Food anxiety

I have narrowed my diet and I am still not sure what is triggering me. Eating out feels risky.

Fatigue & brain fog

The symptoms themselves are draining. By the evening I have nothing left.

Gut-anxiety loop

The more anxious I am, the worse my gut. The worse my gut, the more anxious I get.

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How hypnotherapy helps

IBS is now understood as a disorder of gut-brain interaction. Stress, anxiety and heightened nervous system sensitivity can amplify digestive symptoms, and the symptoms themselves feed the anxiety back. Gut-directed hypnotherapy (GDH) is one of the most researched psychological treatments for IBS, with studies from UK university hospitals showing significant symptom reduction and improved quality of life. In a deeply relaxed, focused state, the brain becomes more receptive to calming, gut-specific suggestion.

Sessions combine guided visualisation, relaxation, breathwork, NLP and CBT-informed techniques to reduce gut sensitivity, regulate the stress response, and strengthen the brain-gut connection in your favour. You will also learn practical self-hypnosis tools to use at home, so you can manage flare-ups with confidence long after our work together ends. Many clients experience not only digestive relief, but a wider sense of calm, resilience and trust in their body again.

Gut-directed hypnotherapy sessions

Each session is tailored to your symptom pattern, your triggers and your history. Together we calm the gut-brain connection, settle the nervous system, and give you tools to manage symptoms long term, both in session and at home.

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Kind words from clients

Small shifts can make a big difference. Here’s what clients have shared.

    
 
 
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   Lyndsey Howe 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I will start this by saying Lorraine has changed my life!! That is really no exaggeration. I suffered with very severe postnatal depression which led to years of health anxiety related to my daughter. As I got older the health anxiety then crept into my own world where I became obsessed with the idea that myself or my daughter were going to suffer some terrible illness. I went to Lorraine in desperate need of some help to relieve the stress, pressure and pain this condition was chasing as it was ruling my every day life. Through hypnotherapy and NLP Lorraine has reprogrammed my thinking and I no longer suffer the symptoms of health anxiety. The thoughts crop up, because she can’t wipe my brain, but I no longer dwell on them, they no longer upset or distress me, and they no longer impact how I live, feel or sleep. It’s truly magical. I am so grateful and have actually recommended two of my family members to see her, one of whom is now already engaging in her care and seeing huge benefits! Thank you Lorraine, you are so wonderful at what you do and I will be forever grateful 🙏🏻 💗
  
 
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   kate dolman 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I went to Lorraine with a fear of flying. She skilfully designed a series of sessions which included hypnotherapy and NLP. Every session was not only deeply relaxing and empowering, but also gave me practical tools to take away and practise. Each session built on the last and the final session pulled everything together. During the flight I was able to take control of my nerves an emotions, such an amazing feeling. I would definitely recommend Lorraine, she has taught me skills for life 🤩
  
 
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   Tom Ruddell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Seeing Lorraine has been transformational and profound for me, I would highly recommend to others, go with an open mind. She is warm, kind and easy to open up to. I’m on a necessary journey that wouldn’t be possible without Lorraine.
  
 
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   Juli H 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I went to Lorraine for issues with IBS; nothing I had tried previously had had a long term effect. I was very sceptical. I found Lorraine to be a very warm and understanding person, she asked questions in a careful and supportive way. She explained the benefits of deep breathing and hypnotherapy and I have now had 3 hypnotherapy sessions. I feel so relaxed and energised after these sessions and to date have not had an IBS issue for 3 months - RESULT! Would fully recommend Lorraine.
  
 
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   Lisa Smith 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was initially a bit cynical about trying hypnotherapy however due to the long waiting lists on the NHS for treatment I decided to try it.  I went to Lorraine with anxiety issues and a fear of vomiting and eating certain foods. From the moment I met with Lorraine she made me feel at ease,  I felt listened to and hopeful that my problems could be solved. At the end of my 6 sessions I have learnt a lot about myself , Lorraine has given me lots of information and techniques to take away with me. I am now getting back to my normal self , enjoying socialising again and eating food!  I feel so much more relaxed and haven’t had any anxiety issues. I would definitely recommend Lorraine and I am so thankful for all she has done x
  
 
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   Nicola Greenwood 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lorraine is a very caring and extremely competent  hypnotherapist.  I have always found her to be professional and she always treats her clients with the utmost respect. She is very knowledgeable and approaches even the most sensitive issues with thoughtfulness and kindness. Lorraine goes above and beyond to help you find a solution.  I would definitely recommend her.
  
 
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   Debra Miles 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lorraine is professional, curious and genuinely interested in helping to resolve any problems. She is kind and caring in nature. A beautiful soul whom i am proud to call my sister and best friend. I wish her every success in the future and looking forward to my next treatment.

If you’re ready to feel calmer, more at ease and more like you, I’d love to support you.

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