Therapy for GI Related Issues and Disorders

Metropolitan Counseling Associates offers the following approaches to help people reduce and effectively manage gastrointestinal (GI) issues and disorders related to stress, trauma, and emotional distress:

1. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for IBS

Helps individuals identify and change thought patterns that contribute to GI distress.
Often used for conditions like IBS, functional dyspepsia, and chronic stomach pain.

2. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) 

Addresses the emotional and traumatic roots of physical symptoms.
Useful when GI issues are linked to stress, trauma, or anxiety.

3. Somatic Therapy

Focuses on body awareness and helps release stored tension that may be impacting digestion.
Can be helpful for gut-brain connection and stress-related digestive issues.

4. Polyvagal Therapy

Regulates the nervous system to improve digestion and reduce symptoms caused by chronic stress or trauma.

5. Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) & Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Helps individuals manage stress, anxiety, and physical symptoms through mindfulness and acceptance-based techniques.