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This app is amazing. It really helped my IBS and was pleasing to listen to. Tech support and communication is outstanding which is rare these days. You can tell the company really wants to genuinely help people.
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This app is amazing. It really helped my IBS and was pleasing to listen to. Tech support and communication is outstanding which is rare these days. You can tell the company really wants to genuinely help people.
It really is about mind over matter. I did the trial for 7 days but simply can’t afford 199$ a year. The techniques work and help calm the guts. Breathing and focus is key. Thanks Nerva.
I have seen immediate reduction in my stomach’s angry reaction to any food other than rice. As I add a new food each day, my body seems to think before reacting. I have to think I am highly suggestible, but whatever it is, I’ll take it. Hope it…
I have seen immediate reduction in my stomach’s angry reaction to any food other than rice. As I add a new food each day, my body seems to think before reacting. I have to think I am highly suggestible, but whatever it is, I’ll take it. Hope it lasts.
This program is so beneficial. The sessions are interesting and enable deep relaxation - ensuring improved mind-gut connections.
This app has changed my life! Consistent use of the app has reduced my anxiety around ablutions and assisted in reducing pain and discomfort. Thank you!
This program WORKS! I cannot say enough good about it. I had suffered with abdominal pain and excruciating wind on a daily basis— for YEARS but it’s all thing of the past now! I still have flare-ups but they’re way less common. I’m even able to get a…
This program WORKS! I cannot say enough good about it. I had suffered with abdominal pain and excruciating wind on a daily basis— for YEARS but it’s all thing of the past now! I still have flare-ups but they’re way less common. I’m even able to get a handle on them by remembering I am in control (thanks to the meditations), and because of this I feel an immense sense of relief! I never knew I could find relief from my symptoms. I even sleep better, fall asleep quickly (which I almost never used to be able to do!), and can visualize pleasant, relaxing things in my mind during the day with ease. I love every single guided meditation that Nerva offers and I look forward to listening each day. I cannot express my gratitude fully enough, for real. THANK YOU TO THE TEAM AT NERVA!!!! You are an answer to prayer!!!!
The hypnosis sessions are relaxing and the readings are both supportive and informative. The diffusion techniques particularly resonated with me. I’m able to bring these into my daily life. I definitely experienced cessation of my symptoms during the…
The hypnosis sessions are relaxing and the readings are both supportive and informative. The diffusion techniques particularly resonated with me. I’m able to bring these into my daily life. I definitely experienced cessation of my symptoms during the 6 week program. The program structure motivated me to stick with it. I highly recommend Nerva to my friends struggling with IBS.
I first tried the nerve app in March of this year, when I was experiencing an IBS flare worse than I had in many years. The flare was undoubtedly caused by the stress of an in process international move where I was to start a new job. I saw an ad…
I first tried the nerve app in March of this year, when I was experiencing an IBS flare worse than I had in many years. The flare was undoubtedly caused by the stress of an in process international move where I was to start a new job. I saw an ad for the app and was skeptical, then read that Monash University was behind it and decided to give it a try. I didn’t expect much, but I saw a significant symptom production within the first week which I know it’s not common. But it did continue through the program and after. I stopped for the last few months and when another flare started. I went back to the program and again I’m experiencing a significant reduction of symptoms. I’ve been following a modified Low FODMAP diet, which also helps to an extent, but finding a more lasting effect and consistency with this program.
Seems to have real results after about 2 weeks, getting better with a few small setbacks. Worth the time and money, glad that I am not taking amy medication.
This program WORKS! I cannot say enough good about it. I had suffered with abdominal pain and excruciating wind on a daily basis— but it’s all thing of the past now! Now, I say to my husband each night, “Guess what I don’t have? GAS!” I feel an…
This program WORKS! I cannot say enough good about it. I had suffered with abdominal pain and excruciating wind on a daily basis— but it’s all thing of the past now! Now, I say to my husband each night, “Guess what I don’t have? GAS!” I feel an immense sense of relief! I even sleep better, fall asleep quickly(which I never used to do!), and can visualize pleasant, relaxing things in my mind during the day with ease. I love every single guided meditation that Nerva offers and I look forward to listening each day. I cannot express my gratitude fully enough, for real. THANK YOU TO THE TEAM AT NERVA!!!! You are an answer to prayer!!!!
Life changing, this app is very good! I had no issues & I loved everything about this journey of healing my mind gut communication. Highly recommend!!
Stomach problems all my life, with no answers to why. Learning which foods to avoid helped a bit. But this made a major difference. The mind is connected to the stomach 100 percent.
This program has really worked for me, a sceptic! I no longer rely on Imodium when I leave home. So simple, but so effective I eat a healthy diet, no longer avoiding high fibre foods and am comfortable in company. Thank you to the dietitians who…
This program has really worked for me, a sceptic! I no longer rely on Imodium when I leave home. So simple, but so effective I eat a healthy diet, no longer avoiding high fibre foods and am comfortable in company. Thank you to the dietitians who recommended the program to me. And thank you Nerva for this simple, effective solution to my problems. It’s still working!
Thank you to all Nerva team. Very prompt and supportive customer service. I recommend this app. Give it a try to find out if it works for you!
I’ve been using Nerva self hypnosis for well over a year and have found it very helpful in calming my gut. I’ve been diagnosed with both UC and IBS, and while I need medication for the UC, these sessions help my nervous system chill. For some months…
I’ve been using Nerva self hypnosis for well over a year and have found it very helpful in calming my gut. I’ve been diagnosed with both UC and IBS, and while I need medication for the UC, these sessions help my nervous system chill. For some months I did daily sessions. Now I tune in when I’m feeling anxious and my day goes better every time!
So, to keep a super long story short, I’ve dealt with IBS-C for my whole life but mostly during time I was active duty military and afterwards. I was assigned everything medication and therapy wise they could suggest. NOTHING WORKED and actually made…
So, to keep a super long story short, I’ve dealt with IBS-C for my whole life but mostly during time I was active duty military and afterwards. I was assigned everything medication and therapy wise they could suggest. NOTHING WORKED and actually made things WORSE. I tried even stuff over the counter such as holistic ways for cleansing and symptom relief, also caused many issues. I noticed whenever my stress was heightened, even those it’s daily/chronic as is, my flare ups and other symptoms would appear. I’m leaving out many details but the point is I was struggling and desperate for RELIEF AND HELP! When I can across Nerva and doing it, MIND BLOWN!!! The research all clears and makes complete sense and WORKS!!! Seriously, LIFE SAVER! And I was diligent in research for years for help! Sooooo happy to have come across this!! Only a bit over a week into it and already beyond impressed!!
I love the ladies voice sorry don’t remember name. She is so calming. I’m still distracted during sessions but getting better. I would like to know more about the lemon. I still can’t bite into it, I see it , hold it, watch the juice as I break it…
I love the ladies voice sorry don’t remember name. She is so calming. I’m still distracted during sessions but getting better. I would like to know more about the lemon. I still can’t bite into it, I see it , hold it, watch the juice as I break it open. No can’t bite it. It does calm me to think of that lemon. I love all the places she takes me. I have never been diagnosed with IBS or anything else could not find a reason for my symptoms. I’m okay with that just want to feel better. I am feeling better having more normal bowel movements but still have a lot of wind and some bloating. Thank you!
It has now been 10 days since starting the Nerva journey and I can say that I am definitely seeing a shift in mindset when thinking about my gut issues. I now see how clearly the stress loop features in my gut reactions and have activated the…
It has now been 10 days since starting the Nerva journey and I can say that I am definitely seeing a shift in mindset when thinking about my gut issues. I now see how clearly the stress loop features in my gut reactions and have activated the strategy of becoming aware of my senses to reduce anxiety. It is still early days but am feeling more positive about managing and reducing flare ups. The daily commitment to the program has been easy and I look forward to it everyday. I’m excited to continue this journey and to live a happy, healthy life. Thank you Nerva 🙌
I’ve done hypnotherapy before and knew it worked for me. The female British voice is relaxing. I’ve been dealing with nausea for a long time. Now it’s only 1-2 days a week and it isn’t as bad as it was before. (6 days a week)
Nerva is giving me the confidence I need to move forward and put this IBS behind me. I’m starting to feel like myself again.
Young athletic male here. Just wasn’t stoked on the traditional methods of dealing with crohns. Knew I needed to flip my life around. I think it is helping a lot. It is therapy so you got to want to do the work. Anyway the app seems to be good
Just finished week 6 and I’ve definitely feel improvements to my symptoms. After 8 years of ibs, I was at a dire situation, where my symptoms kept getting worse and I had little help from medicines and no help from practitioners. I feel positive and…
Just finished week 6 and I’ve definitely feel improvements to my symptoms. After 8 years of ibs, I was at a dire situation, where my symptoms kept getting worse and I had little help from medicines and no help from practitioners. I feel positive and will continue with the program.
I have completed the six week Nerva program. My IBS anxiety began to lessen after the first two weeks. For many years I had chronic IBS - D which prevented me from socialising. I followed a strict low FODMAP diet. I suffered symptoms like nausea and…
I have completed the six week Nerva program. My IBS anxiety began to lessen after the first two weeks. For many years I had chronic IBS - D which prevented me from socialising. I followed a strict low FODMAP diet. I suffered symptoms like nausea and I was also constantly looking for toilets, if I deviated from the diet. Now my symptoms are 90% improved. I no longer need to follow the low FODMAP diet except for avoiding gluten, sugar and large amounts of onion. I can also travel without panicking! I have my life back! Thank you!
After years of pain and suffering from IBS-D, trying diet restrictions, medication and various medical tests, the Nerva program gave me much needed relief. I did it daily and felt 100% better by 25 days. I finished the full program and do it a few…
After years of pain and suffering from IBS-D, trying diet restrictions, medication and various medical tests, the Nerva program gave me much needed relief. I did it daily and felt 100% better by 25 days. I finished the full program and do it a few times a week now. The imagery in the sessions is beautiful, I look forward to doing each one and feel very relaxed after. I learned a lot about the nervous system through the reading as well and have been making lifestyle changes to lower stress. I was skeptical going in not understanding how it could work, now I completely recommend Nerva and hope others get well too ❤️
Helpful information. Thanks for the relaxation/ hypnotherapy sessions. They have helped me tune in to help with my brain to gut communication. I’m feeling like I have more control over the discomfort which has lessened.
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