GI-Informed Therapy for Chronic Gut Symptoms
Psychological support for IBS, IBD, and stress-sensitive GI conditions
Licensed clinical psychologists · Brain-gut focus · Evidence-based
This may be a good fit if you:
Live with IBS, IBD, or chronic GI symptoms influenced by stress
Notice your gut symptoms worsen with anxiety, pressure, or unpredictability
Feel tired of being told “it’s just stress” or “it’s all in your head”
Want psychological support that respects both medical care and lived experience
Are looking for skills, understanding, and support — not quick fixes
This work complements medical care and is not a replacement for gastroenterology treatment.
What is GI-informed therapy?
GI-informed therapy is psychological care that recognizes the two-way communication between the brain and the gut.
This approach integrates evidence-based psychotherapy with an understanding of how stress, emotions, learning, and nervous system patterns can influence gut function and how gut functioning does, in turn, affect mood, attention, and quality of life.
The focus is not on eliminating symptoms, but on increasing regulation, flexibility, understanding, and improving day-to-day functioning in the context of chronic GI conditions.
Our work draws on behavioral, cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic-interpersonal, acceptance-based gut-directed approaches that are supported by a growing body of research in psychogastroenterology.
Ways to work together
GI-Informed Groups
Gut Check Protocol
Current and Upcoming Groups
Living with a Chronic Gut Issue
A structured, virtual group for adults navigating ongoing GI symptoms alongside medical care.
This group focuses on understanding the brain–gut connection, building regulation skills, and reducing isolation through shared learning. Participation is voluntary and paced; listening is always acceptable.
Stress, Flares, and the Nervous System
A psychoeducational group centered on how stress physiology, anticipation, and symptom fear can shape gut experiences.
Sessions include practical tools, guided exercises, and discussion of common patterns seen in GI conditions — without pressure to “think positively” or minimize symptoms.
Finding Safety Around Food and Daily Life
A skills-based group for people who notice increasing restriction, fear, or planning around eating, travel, or social situations due to gut symptoms.
The group emphasizes flexibility, self-trust, and compassionate experimentation within individual medical guidelines.
Groups are time-limited, psychologist facilitated, and require an intake to ensure appropriateness and safety.
Practical Details
Services are provided virtually via secure video platform
Individual therapy and groups are available to adults
An initial consultation or intake is required before beginning services
Participation in groups is based on appropriateness and availability
Services are psychological in nature and do not replace medical care
Payment, insurance, and scheduling details are discussed during the initial consultation.
If you’re curious about working together, the next step is a brief consultation to explore fit and answer questions.