IBS and Brain-Gut Therapies at Sky Therapies

The gut is often called your “second brain” because of the millions of nerve cells that communicate with your brain through the gut-brain axis. This complex network influences more than digestion—it impacts your mood, stress levels, immune system, and overall sense of well-being.

When stress, trauma, or emotional overwhelm disrupt this communication, it can trigger or worsen gut issues, such as:

• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
• Bloating or abdominal pain
• Constipation, diarrhea, or fluctuating bowel habits
• Unexplained gastrointestinal symptoms
• Acid reflux or indigestion
• Fatigue or brain fog connected to gut discomfort

At Sky Therapies, we understand how discouraging it can be to seek answers and feel like you’re hitting a wall. Brain-gut therapy offers a fresh approach by addressing the emotional and neurological factors that contribute to your symptoms, while my dietetic background provides an additional layer of insight into how your dietary habits and nutritional needs play a role.

Brain-gut therapy focuses on restoring harmony between your mind and body by calming your nervous system and addressing emotional triggers that may be affecting your gut. At Sky Therapies, we draw from evidence-based techniques tailored to your unique needs.

Techniques We Offer

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR):
  EMDR is a highly effective method for addressing trauma and stress that can impact gut health. By processing unresolved memories or emotions, EMDR helps reduce the body’s stress response, which often plays a role in gut symptoms.
• Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy:
  This research-backed approach helps improve gut function and ease symptoms like IBS by using relaxation and visualization to retrain the gut-brain axis. Hypnotherapy has been shown to reduce gut sensitivity and improve digestion.
• Brainspotting Therapy:
  Brainspotting targets areas of the brain linked to unresolved stress or trauma stored in the body. By focusing on specific “brainspots,” this approach helps release emotional tension, which can alleviate gut-related issues.
• Parts Therapy:
  Unresolved emotions or inner conflicts can manifest as physical symptoms, including gut discomfort. Parts therapy gently explores these hidden aspects of yourself, helping to release emotional stress that may be affecting your digestive system.
• Mindfulness and Somatic Awareness Practices:
  Mindfulness techniques and somatic (body-focused) practices help you reconnect with your body in a compassionate way. These tools calm the nervous system, reduce tension, and support your overall well-being.

Seeking therapy for gut issues is an empowering step toward understanding your body and finding relief. At Sky Therapies, we prioritize your comfort and create a safe, supportive environment for your healing journey.

Your First Session
We’ll begin with an open conversation about your symptoms, experiences, and goals. During this process, my experience as a dietitian enables me to ask the right questions about your eating habits and nutritional needs, alongside exploring emotional factors. From there, we’ll create a personalized therapy plan tailored to your unique situation.

Ongoing Sessions
Each session builds on the last, helping you uncover and address the root causes of your gut symptoms. Whether we’re using EMDR to process past stress, hypnotherapy to calm your gut, or mindfulness to strengthen your resilience, every step of your journey is designed to support your healing. My dietetic expertise allows us to integrate nutrition-focused recommendations seamlessly into the therapeutic process.

Brain-gut therapy goes beyond symptom management to address the underlying patterns affecting your health. Here’s how it can help:

• Relief from chronic or unexplained gut symptoms by addressing emotional and neurological factors.
• Improved digestion and overall energy levels through better communication between your brain and gut.
• Reduced stress and anxiety that contribute to gut discomfort.
• A deeper understanding of your body’s signals and how to respond to them with compassion.
• Long-term resilience through tools and insights to manage symptoms and prevent future flare-ups.

My background as a dietitian brings an added dimension to our work together, ensuring your therapy plan takes into account not just your emotional health but also your relationship with food, eating patterns, and dietary triggers.

Brain-gut therapy is an excellent option if you’re experiencing:

• Persistent gut issues like IBS, bloating, or pain.
• Gastrointestinal symptoms that worsen with stress or anxiety.
• Unexplained digestive challenges that haven’t improved with medical treatment.
• A history of trauma or emotional distress that feels tied to your physical health.
• Frustration or hopelessness about finding relief for your symptoms.

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it alone.

At Sky Therapies, we understand the frustration of feeling unheard or misunderstood when it comes to your symptoms. Here’s what makes our approach different:

• Empathetic, Whole-Person Care
  We take your experiences seriously and create a space where you feel supported, seen, and validated.
• A Unique Blend of Expertise
  With a background in both therapy and dietetics, I offer an integrated approach to understanding the connection between your emotional health, eating habits, and gut function.
• Cutting-Edge Techniques
  From EMDR to gut-directed hypnotherapy, we use evidence-based methods designed specifically for the brain-gut connection.
• Personalized Treatment Plans
  Your symptoms and story are unique, so your therapy plan is too. We tailor every session to your needs and progress.

You deserve to feel better in your body and more at ease in your life. At Sky Therapies, we’re here to help you understand the brain-gut connection, heal from within, and reclaim your sense of well-being.

Let’s work together to create the relief and clarity you’re seeking.

Your healing journey starts here. Reach out today to schedule your free consultation or book your first session.