Coping Resource Center
IBS & Gut–Brain Therapy
Specialized Therapy for IBS and Chronic Digestive Symptoms in Houston, Texas
Regain Control
Reduce Pain
Restore Confidence
Living with IBS can feel uncomfortable and embarrassing.
You may feel like your body is working against you. You feel fine one moment and in extreme discomfort the next. You might find yourself constantly looking for bathrooms, overthinking food choices, or replaying past flare-ups in your head; wondering when it will happen again. Even on “good” days, you’re so worried about the next flare up that you can’t fully relax or trust your gut to function the way it’s supposed to.
You may have been told your tests are normal, that you should just manage stress, or that you need to figure out what to avoid. Over time, this can leave you feeling frustrated, dismissed, or blamed for your symptoms. Then you get stuck trying to figure out how to manage symptoms on your own. IBS isn’t just the physical discomfort. It takes up mental space, emotional energy, and can quietly limit how freely you live your life.
The good news is that IBS is highly responsive to treatment that works with both your digestive system and your nervous system. At The Coping Resource Center, you receive specialized, evidence-based therapy for IBS and gut-related conditions that helps you calm your gut–brain system, reduce symptom intensity, and regain confidence in your body. Treatment focuses on interrupting the patterns that keep symptoms going instead of ignoring them or pushing through.
With the right tools, you can learn how to respond differently to gut sensations, feel more in control during flares, and gradually expand your life again, without anxiety over your symptoms.
You don’t have to handle it alone.
When it feels like you’ve tried everything
We can help you cope with grace, facilitate healing, and create lasting change.
IBS & Gut-Brain Therapy In Houston
IBS Is Not “All in Your Head”
IBS and other functional GI conditions cause very real physical symptoms like pain, bloating, diarrhea, constipation, and urgency. Many people have had extensive medical testing only to be told everything “looks normal,” which can feel frustrating or invalidating.
What’s often happening is that the gut becomes overly sensitive. The digestive system has its own nervous system, and when it stays on high alert for too long, sensations feel stronger, more uncomfortable, and harder to ignore. IBS can emerge for a number of reasons but usually some combination of genetics, general sensitivity in that region, a history of infection, stress, or general gut inflammation play into the onset of IBS and other gut-related disorders.
Stress doesn’t cause IBS, but it can make symptoms louder and harder to manage. IBS in and of itself is also stressful, creating a negative feedback loop between stress and gut-related issues.
The Cycle Many People With IBS Get Stuck In
A lot of Clients describe something like:
- You notice a gut sensation
- Your mind jumps to “What if this gets worse?” “What if other people notice?”
- Anxiety kicks in
- Your body tightens, and your digestion changes
- Symptoms intensify
Over time, this can lead to constantly checking your body, avoiding certain foods or situations, and feeling like you can’t trust your gut anymore.
Therapy focuses on helping you to break this cycle with the right tools and techniques
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How Therapy Can Help IBS and GI Symptoms
GI-CBT is a specialized form of CBT designed specifically for digestive conditions. It helps you:
- Stop spiraling when you notice gut sensations
- Reduce fear around urgency, pain, or discomfort
- Spend less time monitoring your body
- Feel more confident handling symptoms when they show up
- Get out of avoidance patterns that shrink your life
Gut-Directed Hypnosis
Gut-directed hypnosis is one of the most researched psychological treatments for IBS. In sessions, we guide you into a deeply relaxed state and use imagery and language that helps calm the gut and nervous system. Many clients find it surprisingly grounding and practical.
Gut-directed hypnosis can help:
- Reduce pain, bloating, diarrhea, and constipation
- Decrease urgency and reactivity
- Improve bowel regularity
- Help your gut feel calmer and more predictable
- Restore a sense of control and trust in your body
You’ve come to the right place.
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IBS & Gut-Brain Therapy In Houston
Who This Treatment Is For
- IBS-D, IBS-C, or mixed IBS
- Chronic bloating, abdominal or stomach discomfort
- GI symptoms that get worse with stress
- Anxiety about accidents, urgency, or being away from a bathroom
- Avoiding food, travel, or plans because of symptoms
What Treatment Looks Like
- Most people complete 6–12 sessions
- Sessions are structured and goal-focused
- Home practice is brief and manageable
- Progress is gradual and sustainable
- Treatment is tailored to your specific symptoms and goals
ABOUT US
Why Work With
Coping
Resource Center
We believe therapy should be action-oriented. It’s not just what happens inside the session but how it applies to your life outside of therapy.
Our goal is to provide you with the support and tools you need to create meaningful change in your life!
Dr. Liz Ross | Owner
PH.D.
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Our practice is built on:
Integrity
We’re committed to offering you the most advanced and effective treatments tailored to your needs. We invest in the latest tools and treatment options, including virtual reality for exposure therapy, to ensure you receive the highest standard of care.
EMPATHY
Our clinicians understand what you’re facing. We listen, believe, and validate your experiences. If you’ve faced medical issues or trauma that others might have dismissed we offer the support you need to overcome challenges and live with peace of mind.
Collaboration
We help you get the results you need. You are the center of your own care, and we offer practical tools and strategies to help you cope with and manage each challenge that arises. We work as a team to ensure you are matched with the best therapist for your care.
We offer real human connection, grounded in science and focused on results.
OUR THERAPY TEAM
Match With A Gut-Brain Therapist
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How Gut-Brain Therapy Works
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We look at the whole you
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We get clear on a direction
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We help you move forward
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Frequently Asked Questions About Gut-Brain Therapy
Is this the same as regular therapy?
Not exactly. IBS therapy requires specialized training in the gut–brain connection and nervous system regulation.
Will this cure my IBS?
There’s no guaranteed cure, but many clients experience significant improvement in symptoms and quality of life.
Is hypnosis safe?
Yes. Gut-directed hypnosis is evidence-based and doesn’t involve losing control or being “put under.” You are aware of what is happening and can control yourself similar to getting lost in a daydream.
What if I don’t think I’m very anxious?
That’s okay. You don’t need to feel anxious for this approach to help. It focuses on how your nervous system and gut communicate. The gut is often referred to as the “second brain,” and often these processes are not happening on a conscious level.
Do you offer virtual sessions?
Yes. We offer in-person therapy in Houston and virtual appointments when appropriate.
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What You’ll Get From IBS Therapy
- Flares feel less intense and easier to manage
- Less fear and urgency around gut sensations
- More freedom with food, travel, and social plans
- Less time spent worrying about symptoms
- Better emotional regulation when symptoms show up
- More confidence in trusting your body again
The goal is to stop IBS from running your life and to finally start having the life you want.
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Take the First Step
If you’re ready to get started, you can book online using our secure booking platform.
Have questions? Schedule a free 15 minute consultation, submit a message via our contact form, or call us.
Please note: Not all our therapists can be booked online. If you’re unable to book with a specific provider, please contact us via the contact form or by phone.
Call Us
832-278-1849
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2211 Norfolk Street, Suite 455 Houston TX 77098
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