A gut-brain programme, tailored to you

Daily mind-body audio sessions to support a calmer gut-brain connection, in a structured 6-week programme.

Built on peer-reviewed research at Monash University

A 6-week programme, plus a long-term practice library

Short daily sessions that fit easily into your day

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Over 300,000 people use Nerva to support their gut wellbeing

4.7/5 from 30k+ App Store reviews

Where mind
and gut meet

The gut and the brain are in constant conversation through the gut-brain axis. When that conversation runs smoothly, digestion feels comfortable. When it gets noisy, the body can interpret normal digestive sensations as more uncomfortable than they need to be.

Daily practices like guided audio, breathing, and relaxation can help calm the nervous system. Over time, this supports a more comfortable everyday gut experience.

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Gut-brain axis

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Built around the gut-brain connection

Nerva combines daily guided audio sessions with real human support, helping you build a calming routine you can return to every day.

Evidence-based gut-brain programme

A structured digital programme designed to help you build calming daily habits that support the gut-brain connection.

Real human support

Real people to guide, motivate, and support you throughout the programme.

Reconnect with food

Learn how stress shows up in digestion and rebuild a calmer relationship with food.

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The Nerva programme was co-founded by Dr. Simone Peters, a gut-brain researcher whose work at Monash University has been published in peer-reviewed gastroenterology research.

Dr. Simone Peters

Psychophysiologist & Gut-brain researcher
Monash University

Daily practices that focus on the gut's connection with the nervous system.

Audio sessions that help you build a calmer everyday relationship with your gut.

Used by hundreds of thousands of people for their gut-brain wellbeing.

Built on peer-reviewed research into the gut-brain connection.

Featured in publications including The New York Times, Wall Street Journal and Well+Good

How does it work?

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Free quiz

A few questions about you and your gut, to see if Nerva is a good fit for you.

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Personalised programme

Daily gut-brain audio sessions and learning content, tailored to your preferences and progress.

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Calming the gut-brain connection

Learn simple skills to calm your everyday response to food and stress.

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Calm body and mind

Build a daily routine that brings a little more calm to your gut and your day.

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Built on research, used by hundreds of thousands

Science-backed

Backed by peer-reviewed research from Monash University.

A 6-week routine

Most members feel a difference in 4-6 weeks.

No diets or drugs

Learn skills focused on calming the gut-brain connection.

Fit easily into your life

Short daily sessions from the comfort of your home.

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Can Nerva help you?

Have other approaches left you wanting more support?

Does an uneasy gut hold you back from things you love?

Do certain foods leave your gut feeling unsettled?

Does stress show up first in your gut?

Do you constantly worry about where the nearest bathroom is?

Have you been working on your gut for years, or only just starting?

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Hear real people's stories

“The program is a life saver! Long time IBS sufferer who has done the low FODMAP thing and tried so so many supplements and probiotics, with mixed success. I was skeptical that 6 weeks was going to make a difference, but oh my goodness, I was feeling so much better at week 4 and am still feeling great.” 

– Alyssa

“Literally life changing! I have struggled with IBS for over 15 years. I have tried multiple restrictive diets, had countless doctors appointments, and eventually just completely gave up trying to fix it. Within two weeks of daily hypnosis sessions I was seeing noticeable improvement.” 

– Derek

“Nerva changed my life. I struggled with severe digestive symptoms for a long time. I was unable to digest, I lost weight dangerously, and everything I ate hurt me. This was a dark season with very little hope. An ER doctor recommended Nerva to help issues between my brain and gut (vagus nerve), and after trying it, my life is changed.” 

– Rebekah

“I was very skeptical when I was referred by my Gastro but I was desperate and willing to give it a fair shot. No meds or diet changes were helping consistently, constant cycles of urgent diarrhea followed by days of constipation for years.... 5 weeks into the program, I feel the best I have in months.”

– Vincent

“Nerva makes gut directed hypnotherapy accessible. 3 weeks in and I’m noticing an improvement in symptoms even though my gut issues aren’t only due to IBS. The app makes it so easy to keep up with and the hypnotherapy audios are so calming and lovely. As a dietitian, I recommend this app to my clients too!” 

– Lindsay

“I’m 65 years old and have struggled with IBS and anxiety my whole life. I am a dietitian and have tried every dietary modification I could find with modest results. Nerva gave me the missing piece I’ve been looking for – teaching my brain how to effectively communicate with my gut.” 

– dkp

“The program is a life saver! Long time IBS sufferer who has done the low FODMAP thing and tried so so many supplements and probiotics, with mixed success. I was skeptical that 6 weeks was going to make a difference, but oh my goodness, I was feeling so much better at week 4 and am still feeling great.” 

– Alyssa

“Literally life changing! I have struggled with IBS for over 15 years. I have tried multiple restrictive diets, had countless doctors appointments, and eventually just completely gave up trying to fix it. Within two weeks of daily hypnosis sessions I was seeing noticeable improvement.” 

– Derek

“Nerva changed my life. I struggled with severe digestive symptoms for a long time. I was unable to digest, I lost weight dangerously, and everything I ate hurt me. This was a dark season with very little hope. An ER doctor recommended Nerva to help issues between my brain and gut (vagus nerve), and after trying it, my life is changed.” 

– Rebekah

“I was very skeptical when I was referred by my Gastro but I was desperate and willing to give it a fair shot. No meds or diet changes were helping consistently, constant cycles of urgent diarrhea followed by days of constipation for years.... 5 weeks into the program, I feel the best I have in months.”

– Vincent

“Nerva makes gut directed hypnotherapy accessible. 3 weeks in and I’m noticing an improvement in symptoms even though my gut issues aren’t only due to IBS. The app makes it so easy to keep up with and the hypnotherapy audios are so calming and lovely. As a dietitian, I recommend this app to my clients too!” 

– Lindsay

“I’m 65 years old and have struggled with IBS and anxiety my whole life. I am a dietitian and have tried every dietary modification I could find with modest results. Nerva gave me the missing piece I’ve been looking for – teaching my brain how to effectively communicate with my gut.” 

– dkp

Our money-back guarantee

"Hi, it's Alex, one of the founders of Nerva alongside Chris and Dr. Simone Peters.

We designed Nerva to help people with gut-brain disorders get back to a happy, normal life, free of flare-up worries. We're so proud of the fact that we've already helped over 300,000 people live better. Yet, we understand Nerva may not work for some people which is why we have a 100% money back guarantee.

If you finish your 6-week program and think Nerva hasn't helped you manage your symptoms, simply email support for a full refund of the Nerva program."

- Alex Naoumidis, Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Mindset Health

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Evidence-based program

Based on studies that helped 3 in 4 people manage their gut symptoms. 

Daily audio sessions

15 minutes a day for 6 weeks. Short and relaxing sessions that fit with your schedule.

Flare-up tool kit when needed

Discover helpful and calming flare-up exercises, like our deep breathing techniques. 

Easy access, easy to use.

Listen anytime and anywhere (home, office, couch, you name it).

Daily insights & tools from experts

Learn about gut-brain disorders with a range of easy to understand in-app articles. 

Real person customer support

Say bye to bots. We have real Nerva team members ready to help!

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References

1) Anderson, Ellen J. BNutSci, MDiet1,2; Peters, Simone L. BSc (Psychophysiology) (Hons), PhD1; Gibson, Peter R. MBBS(Hons), MD1,2; Halmos, Emma P. BNutDiet, PGradDipBSc, PhD1,2. Comparison of Digitally Delivered Gut-Directed Hypnotherapy Program With an Active Control for Irritable Bowel Syndrome. The American Journal of Gastroenterology 120(2):p 440-448, February 2025. | DOI: 10.14309/ajg.0000000000002921 2) Peters, S. L., Yao, C. K., Philpott, H., Yelland, G. W., Muir, J. G., & Gibson, P. R. (2016). Randomised clinical trial: the efficacy of gut-directed hypnotherapy is similar to that of the low FODMAP diet for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome. Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics, 44(5), 447–459. https://doi.org/10.1111/apt.13706

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*Disclaimer: Nerva is a self-guided program that may help people self-manage and live well with their diagnosed disorder of the gut-brain interaction. Nerva has not been evaluated by the FDA, TGA, MHRA or equivalent regulatory bodies. Users are directed not to make any changes to their prescribed medication or other type of medical treatment without seeking professional medical advice. Some in-app coaching content may be generated by an AI system for educational and wellness purposes only and does not replace professional medical care, diagnosis, or treatment.