This distance learning course, delivered in conjunction with its author and founderof IBSHelp.org.uk, is aimed at two groups, hypnotherapists and those that have been trained in guided imagery techniques. The purpose of the course is to, as accurately as possible, inform the student about the research supporting the treatment of IBS through Gut Orientated Metaphor, explain what IBS is and the diagnostic criteria now used in Primary Care, and to enable the student to be able to effectively construct sessions and manage the treatment of clients presenting with a clinical diagnosis of IBS.

Formal assessment is made on the submission of a script of approximately 30 minutes duration that would be used in a Gut Orientated Metaphor session. Suggested study time is 25 hours. This course is valid for CPD as defined by the GHR. Completion of this course will also enable GHR registrants to join the GHR’s IBS Specialist Register.

Successful completion of the course will qualify that therapist to be listed on IBSHelp.org.uk’s website, subject to other professional quality assurance criteria as detailed on that website and the payment of the minimal annual subscription cost.