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IBS Nutrition Podcast by The IBS Dietitian19. IBS & the Gut-Brain Connection with Dr. Ali Navidi Clinical PsychologistSend us a textIn this episode of the IBS Nutrition Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Ali Navidi — a licensed clinical psychologist and co-founder of GI Psychology — to explore how the gut-brain connection drives IBS symptoms, and how targeted psychological treatment can lead to lasting relief.We dive into what the gut-brain axis really is (without the medical jargon), when to seek support from a GI psychologist, and how tools like gut-directed CBT and clinical hypnosis can break the vicious cycle of symptom-anxiety-symptom. Whether you’ve been told “it’s all in your head” or you’re feel...2025-06-1728 min
Whole by DesignEP 12: How to Rewire Your Gut-Brain Connection | Dr. Ali NavidiDisorders of the gut aren’t just digestive issues; they’re often signals from your nervous system.
If you’ve been struggling with gut issues, anxiety, or chronic discomfort that doctors can’t explain, this episode is for you.
Dr. Ali Navidi, licensed clinical psychologist and co-founder of GI Psychology, breaks down the science and psychology of the gut-brain connection. He explains how trauma, stress, and emotional survival patterns can disrupt digestion and how nervous system regulation and therapy can help restore balance.
We also explore the deep connection between gut health and mental health, and why...2025-06-0230 min
Hypnotize MeHM312 Help for IBS and GI Disorders with Dr. Ali NavidiDr. Navidi specializes in Hypnosis for GI Disorders and is a wealth of information that he shares with us on the podcast. We talk about: · Underlying disorders · ARFID · How hypnosis works to help people feel better · Why some sessions are recorded and some are not · Interactive vs receptive hypnosis · Advanced hypnosis techniques · Apps like Nerva and whether they’re helpful About Dr. Ali Navidi Dr. Ali Navidi is a licensed clinical psychologist, one of the founders of GI Psychology and one of the founders and past president of the Nor...2025-02-2141 min
Inside Out HealthDR. ALI NAVIDI Resolving Gut Issues with Hypnotherapy and CBTDr. Ali Navidi is a leading expert in integrating psychological practices in gastroenterological care. He is a licensed clinical psychologist, co-founder, and CEO of GI Psychology. With over a decade of experience, he has developed innovative treatments combining Clinical Hypnosis and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for patients with GI disorders and chronic pain. His methods are backed by extensive research, highlighting their transformative potential. In this episode, Dr. Navidi sheds light on the connection between emotional health and gut health and discusses how he uses hypnotherapy to resolve such issues as SIBO and other intestinal h...2024-12-0639 min
The Perfect Stool Understanding and Healing the Gut MicrobiomeReversing Gut Disorders Through Clinical Hypnosis with Dr. Ali NavidiHypnosis on stage and screen may seem scary or absurd, but clinical hypnosis can heal gut issues by accessing the subconscious brain. Clinical psychologist Dr. Ali Navidi helps clients enter a trance state, addressing chronic pain and GI disorders like IBS, SIBO and IBD. In this episode, he discusses the brain-gut connection, the hypnotherapy process and CBT for GI disorders, and how anxiety, trauma and stress can exacerbate our gut issues. Lindsey Parsons, your host, helps clients solve gut issues and reverse autoimmune disease naturally. Take her quiz to see which stool or functional medicine test will h...2024-11-1246 min
Raising Healthy Kid Brains86. Heal Your Child's Stomach Pain: The Surprising Brain-Gut Connection with Dr. Ali NavidiIn this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Ali Navidi, a licensed clinical psychologist and co-founder of GI Psychology. He specializes in innovative treatments for GI disorders using clinical hypnosis and cognitive behavioral therapy. With his expertise, we dive deep into the brain-gut connection and explore why so many children experience stomach discomfort related to stress and anxiety. If your child suffers from regular stomach discomfort or has been diagnosed with IBS without any specific problem that doctors can find in their stomach, this episode is for you. Dr. Navidi breaks down the four-step progression of s...2024-10-2437 min
Health, Happiness & Human KindHHHK 505: Gastro-Psychology for the Treatment of Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction (DGBIs) with Dr Ali NavidiIn today’s episode we are joined by Dr. Ali Navidi, a clinical psychologist, to discuss his journey into gastro-psychology, initially using clinical hypnosis for IBS, leading to a shift in his practice. Together we explore the gut-brain axis, the impacts of stress, trauma and the microbiome on gut disorders, the effectiveness of clinical hypnosis and cognitive behavioural therapy for disorders of gut-brain interaction and so much more. Head to https://www.stephlowe.com/podcasts/505 for show notes, episode transcripts and more.2024-10-0344 min
Tim James UnleashedDr. Ali Navidi, Healing Pain And GI Disorders With HypnotherapyEpisode #238 Dr. Ali Navidi, Healing Pain And GI Disorders With Hypnotherapy Hello Health Heroes! This week I interviewed Dr. Ali Navidi is a clinically trained gastrointestinal psychology also known as Psycho Neurogastroenterology. Bottom line is that Dr. Navidi has helped hundreds of patients to recover from pain and GI disorders where other practicioners have failed. Many patients that have worked with good health practioners that got a lot of progress but couldnt quite heal also experienced great results adding Psycho Neurogastroenterology to their lifestyle. I am going to get s...2024-09-231h 00
Maximal Being with Doc MokLooking Into The Gut-Brain Axis with Maximal Being and Dr. Ali Navidi | Part 2, Podcast 80Joining us today at Maximal Being Fitness, Nutrition, and Gut Health, is Dr. Ali Navidi, a licensed clinical psychologist, co-founder, and CEO of GI Psychology. They explore the powerful connection between the brain and gut, and how Dr. Navidi's work in clinical hypnosis and cognitive behavioral therapy is helping patients with IBS, functional dyspepsia, and other gastrointestinal issues. The conversation delves into the science behind the brain-gut axis, the history of this field, and the practical applications of Dr. Navidi's unique approach to treating these conditions. This episode offers valuable insights for both healthcare practitioners and individuals interested in...2024-07-2234 minMaximal Being with Doc MokGut Psychology and Hypnotherapy with Maximal Being and Dr. Ali Navidi | Part 1, Podcast 80Joining us today at Maximal Being Fitness, Nutrition, and Gut Health, is Dr. Ali Navidi, a licensed clinical psychologist, co-founder, and CEO of GI Psychology. They explore the powerful connection between the brain and gut, and how Dr. Navidi's work in clinical hypnosis and cognitive behavioral therapy is helping patients with IBS, functional dyspepsia, and other gastrointestinal issues. The conversation delves into the science behind the brain-gut axis, the history of this field, and the practical applications of Dr. Navidi's unique approach to treating these conditions. This episode offers valuable insights for both healthcare practitioners and individuals interested in...2024-07-0228 min
Gastro GirlHow Can I Reduce My Digestive Distress?We’re excited to speak with Dr. Ali Navidi, Co-Founder and CEO of GI Psychology, a nationwide network of expertly trained behavioral health clinicians focused on supporting gastroenterology practices. We’ve partnered with Dr. Navidi and his team to offer 4-week summer workshops for those who are living with one or more digestive-health related symptoms or conditions and want to learn more about the gut-brain relationship, strategies to help relieve discomfort, coping mechanisms and more. Hear Dr. Navidi share his insights on the growing need for GI Psychology, the science-backed methods they use to help patients and what...2024-06-2827 min
High Vibe & Healthy: Gut Health | Functional Nutrition | Whole Foods#189: Gut Psychologist on the Gut-Brain Axis & Visceral Hypersensitivity (Dr. Ali Navidi)There is growing research surrounding the gut-brain connection and how it impacts our overall health and well-being. Today we are joined by Dr Ali Navidi, a psychologist specialising in gastrointestinal care and the CEO and Co-founder of GI Psychology. We chat about:• The gut-brain axis• The role of stress and our nervous system on gut symptoms • Visceral hypersensitivity (AKA an increase in sensitivity to pain or discomfort in your digestive organs) Subscribe & ReviewI’d absolutely love for you to subscribe to my podcast so you don’t miss an episo...2024-06-0442 min
Gutsy Health | Nutrition and MedicineReversing Gut Disorders Through Hypnosis with Dr. Ali Navidi of GI Psychology"Clinical hypnosis isn’t mind control but rather a powerful tool for focusing your attention internally and engaging your imagination to achieve a relaxed state. This state allows you to use your mind to influence your body, like reducing pain or discomfort."We're often told gut issues come from physical causes—things like bacterial infections, food intolerances, or unexplained physiological factors.But there's a crucial mind-body connection that's frequently overlooked.In this episode, we explore an interdisciplinary fiel...2024-05-2845 min
EspecIallY "SpeciAl" SpeeCh?!.Clinical Hypnosis, CBT, and the Treatment of Gastrointestinal Disorders With Dr. Ali NavidiDr. Ali Navidi is a licensed clinical psychologist renowned for his expertise in gastro-psychology, a specialized field in neuroscience and gastrointestinal health. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Navidi has been instrumental in transforming lives, particularly those grappling with gastrointestinal disorders, chronic pain, and intricate medical conditions. As Co-founder of GI Psychology and past President of the Northern Virginia Society of Clinical Hypnosis, he has pioneered innovative approaches in clinical hypnosis and cognitive behavioral therapy. In this episode… Clinical hypnosis and cognitive behavioral therapy have emerged as effective therapeutic treatments for gastrointestinal disorders, particularly ir...2024-05-1546 min
Gut Feelings - by The Crohn's & Colitis DietitiansThe Gut-Brain Connection with Dr Ali NavidiSend us a textIn this episode, The Crohn's & Colitis Dietitians - Ashley Hurst and Danielle Leffler interview an expert in the field of GI psychology, an emerging new specialization that focuses on the gut-brain connection.This episode is jam-packed with useful resources and affirming insights on the IBD journey and how the gut-brain connection is important for us to learn more about.We discussed:Dr Navidi's background and how he got started as a leader in the field of GI psychologyThe emergence of GI psychology - there are only 400 in the...2024-03-2658 min
Stress-Free IEP®Gut-Brain Interactions with Ali NavidiIn this episode of Stress-Free IEP®, Frances Shefter speaks with Psychologist Ali Navidi, Founder of GI Psychology.
Ali is a licensed clinical psychologist with a specialized focus on gastro-psychology, delving into the intriguing interplay between the brain and the gut. Ali's practice also extends to working with patients grappling with various chronic medical conditions. Ali has honed his skills in applying Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Clinical Hypnosis to help clients achieve their desired outcomes. Ali's primary clientele comprises adults and adolescents.
GI Psychology is a team of highly e...2023-10-0545 min
Impact Your FitnessMuscle Imbalances Unraveled: Why Stretching Doesn't Work part 2Explore the confinements of stretching in resolving muscle imbalances. In this episode of the Impact Your Fitness podcast, host Jennifer Schwartz discusses the topic of muscle tightness and how it affects the body. She emphasizes the importance of addressing muscle imbalances and understanding the body's protective mechanisms. She provides actionable tips for listeners, including focusing on neutral and objective movement, targeted strength training, and emotional management. Jennifer also talks about emotional processing and how it is essential for overall well-being.Topics discussed:Muscle tightness and imbalancesCase study of a quadricep tightnessAddressing neuromuscular communicationLearning to listen to...2023-07-1417 min
PT ElevatedTreating Chronic Pain with Clinical Hypnosis| Ali NavidiEIM’s Dr. Ali Navidi is a licensed clinical psychologist and one of the founders of GI Psychology, a private practice focused on helping patients with GI disorders and chronic pain. He has been helping patients with GI disorders, chronic pain and complex medical issues for over ten years. He has comprehensive training in the use of clinical hypnosis and cognitive behavior therapy. Listen and learn more about clinical hypnosis and how he uses it to treat chronic pain. Helpful research and training: GI Psychology Website - https://www.gipsychology.com/ Ali Navidi Bio on EI...2023-03-3035 min
Think Fit. Be Fit.Dr. Ali Navidi on Mental health support for physical improvements, supporting strength and longevity with the subconscious mindIn this episode of Think Fit Be Fit, Jenn talks with Dr. Ali Navidi. Dr. Ali Navidi is a licensed clinical psychologist who uses Clinical Hypnosis and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help patients with gastrointestinal (GI) disorders, chronic pain and other complex medical conditions. Dr. Navidi and Jenn discuss the connection between mental health and digestive health and how getting the brain and gut to communicate better can lead to health improvements. Dr. Navidi talks about his work in treating IBS and chronic pain with a combination of CBT and Clinical Hypnosis. Je...2022-08-2254 min
Special Education Strategist: Learning Disabilities & IEP (Dyslexia, Executive Function, Dysgraphia, ADHD, Autism, Parent advocacy), IEP Coach & Educational Therapist Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/PThe role GI health and psychology have on the brain-gut connection with Ali Navidi, PsyDWhat is the relationship between your brain and gut health? Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/P and Dr. Ali Navidi, licensed clinical psychologist, as they discuss the role of GI health and psychology on the brain-gut connection. Learn about disorders of gut-brain interaction (DGBI), breaking the cycle of chronic pain using your brain, and ways parents can support children with somatic symptoms. Find out how Dr. Navidi uses clinical hypnosis and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help with miscommunication between the brain and gut. You don't want to miss this fascinating episode. Listen now!
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