Hypnotherapy for IBS in Heanor
with Sally Race, Clinical Hypnotherapist at Acorn Natural Health Centre
IBS Support That Works With the Gut–Brain Connection
Living with IBS can be unpredictable and frustrating.
Bloating, discomfort, urgency, or ongoing digestive issues can affect daily life, confidence, and even where you feel comfortable going.
Hypnotherapy for IBS focuses on the connection between the gut and the nervous system, helping to calm the digestive response and reduce the patterns that keep symptoms active.
How Hypnotherapy Helps IBS
The digestive system is closely linked to the nervous system.
Stress, anxiety, and long-standing patterns in the body can contribute to how IBS symptoms show up and persist.
Clinical hypnotherapy works by:
• calming the gut–brain response
• reducing sensitivity in the digestive system
• helping regulate stress-related triggers
• supporting more stable digestive patterns
The aim is not just short-term relief, but a more settled and consistent digestive response over time.
The 5-Session Programme
This is a structured programme designed to support IBS symptoms over a series of sessions.
Each session builds on the last, helping your body move away from reactive patterns and towards a more balanced state.
The process is gradual and focused, allowing changes to develop in a steady and sustainable way.
What People Often Experience
As the programme progresses, many people notice:
• reduced bloating and discomfort
• fewer flare-ups
• less urgency
• improved confidence around food and daily routines
• a calmer, more settled digestive system
Your First Step
Before starting the programme, a free 20-minute consultation is offered.
This gives you the chance to:
• ask questions
• understand how hypnotherapy works for IBS
• decide whether it feels right for you
There is no obligation to continue.
If you’re ready to go ahead with the IBS programme, you can book your full course below.
5x50 mins Hypnotherapy for IBS- £350 (saving £50 off the regular price
Meet your Practitioner
Sally Race
BSc.(Hons) OT. Dip.C.Hyp. MNCH
Clinical Hypnotherapist
NLP Practitioner
About Sally Race
Clinical Hypnotherapist in Heanor, Derbyshire
Hello, I’m Sally Race, Clinical Hypnotherapist at Acorn Natural Health Centre in Heanor.
I hold a Diploma in Clinical Hypnotherapy and an Honours Degree in Occupational Therapy. I am also a registered member of the National Council for Hypnotherapy, meaning I am fully qualified, insured and committed to high professional standards.
For me, therapy is not just about qualifications. It is about helping people create meaningful, lasting change. Whether that is freedom from anxiety, overcoming panic attacks, improving confidence, addressing IBS symptoms, or achieving sustainable weight loss, my focus is always on helping you move forward in a way that feels realistic and empowering.
Professional Background and Experience
Before moving into full time private practice, I worked for many years within the NHS as a Senior Occupational Therapist. During that time I:
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Delivered stress management groups within a cardiac rehabilitation team
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Supported individuals one to one with anxiety, overthinking and panic attacks
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Taught rehabilitation skills including cognition, perception and neuroplasticity at the University of Derby
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Lectured at Derby College
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Delivered workshops for both NHS and private healthcare professionals
This clinical background gives me a strong understanding of how the brain, nervous system and behaviour interact. It also means my approach to hypnotherapy for anxiety and related conditions is grounded in evidence, not guesswork.
Private Practice Since 2005
I have been working in private practice since 2005, supporting clients across Derbyshire and beyond.
While I use a range of therapeutic approaches, my core methods are:
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Clinical Hypnotherapy
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Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP)
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Hypnotherapy and NLP are particularly powerful because they work at a subconscious level, often allowing us to reach the root of anxiety patterns, phobias, trauma responses and unwanted habits more efficiently. CBT and other evidence based approaches are integrated when they will enhance the outcome.
The aim is always the same. To create change that lasts.
Specialist Interests
Some people jokingly call me a bit of a research enthusiast. I take that as a compliment.
I regularly read the latest research on anxiety disorders, panic attacks, weight management, IBS and the science of behaviour change. I attend professional development courses to stay up to date with current evidence and best practice.
When I come across valuable new insights, I often share them on social media and write educational blog posts. You can explore helpful articles and resources on my blog at Derbyshire Hypnotherapy.
Staying informed means my clients benefit from approaches that reflect modern neuroscience and practical psychology.
Choosing the Right Therapist
When considering hypnotherapy for anxiety, weight loss or any personal goal, it is essential to feel comfortable and confident in the therapist you choose.
That is why I offer a free 20 minute initial consultation at Acorn Natural Health Centre in Heanor.
During this consultation we will:
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Clarify what you would like to change
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Discuss how clinical hypnotherapy works
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Explore whether we are the right fit
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Answer any questions you may have
There is no obligation to continue. If I believe another approach or specialist would better meet your needs, I will always say so and can usually signpost you to trusted NHS or private healthcare professionals within my network.
If you are looking for a qualified Clinical Hypnotherapist in Heanor, Derbyshire, with extensive NHS experience and a practical, evidence based approach to anxiety and behaviour change, I would be delighted to speak with you.
Change is possible. The first step is simply starting the conversation.