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Rachel
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Mark
Diagnosed with IBS-M
Case Study 1: Rachel's StoryFrom Daily Disruption to Calm Confidence
When Rachel first reached out, she was juggling a demanding role in HR and a busy schedule while living with significant digestive sensitivity.
Having already explored various dietary protocols and digital tools, Rachel was seeking a more personalised, integrated approach. Her primary challenge was the unpredictable nature of her symptoms during meetings and commutes, which led to a constant need for "backup plans" and a loss of confidence in her body’s responses.
The Pathway
During our initial consultation, Rachel shared the pressure of managing these challenges silently. Before our first session, she completed her Quenza Pathway, which included:
A comprehensive health and wellbeing questionnaire.
Self-assessments on the impact of daily stressors.
An introductory audio to build familiarity with the hypnotic state.
Personalised Strategy
Rachel’s strategy focused on supporting nervous system regulation and addressing visceral sensitivity. We used targeted imagery focused on internal stability and "smooth-running systems" to help her body move out of a state of heightened alertness.
The Program Experience
Over the course of the protocol, Rachel attended five structured sessions. Between these consultations, she:
Utilised her personalised hypnosis recordings daily.
Practised focused self-regulation techniques.
Used the Quenza portal to track her progress and stay connected to her goals.
The Outcome
By the conclusion of the program, Rachel reported a meaningful shift in her daily wellbeing, including:
Improved consistency and predictability in bowel patterns.
Enhanced management of physical comfort and bloating.
Increased energy and a significantly greater sense of trust in her body.
Rachel’s Reflection: “For the first time in years, I planned a weekend away focusing on the experience rather than the logistics. I feel a renewed sense of independence and confidence in my body’s ability to remain calm.”
Mark’s StoryFrom Long-Term Sensitivity to Sustainable Management
When Mark reached out, he was seeking an alternative to "quick fixes." He had lived with digestive sensitivity for over a decade, navigating career changes and personal stressors while managing his symptoms privately. His primary goal was to find a way to support his body so that digestive concerns no longer dominated his daily focus.
The Pathway
Mark’s initial consultation was an honest discussion about his need for a grounded, professional approach. He utilized the Quenza Pathway to reflect on his management goals privately, allowing us to map out a strategy that felt safe and respectful of his privacy.
Personalised Strategy
Mark’s plan focused on:
Reducing sensitivity to internal gut sensations.
Supporting the regulation of gut–brain communication.
Building confidence in his body’s natural ability to manage stressors.
We began with direct, grounding imagery, gradually layering in more complex mind-body techniques as his comfort with the process grew.
The Program Experience
Over the course of 10 weeks, Mark:
Integrated daily self-regulation techniques into his routine.
Followed a structured listening schedule with his personalised hypnosis recordings.
Used the Quenza portal to stay connected to his goals and manage small variations in his progress.
He appreciated the steady pacing and the emphasis on consistent, self-led practice.
The Outcome
By the conclusion of the program, Mark reported meaningful improvements in his daily wellbeing, including:
Greater consistency and predictability in bowel patterns.
Enhanced management of urgency during periods of external stress.
A sense of being “quieter inside” and more physically at ease.
Mark’s Reflection: “This program helped me shift my perspective on how I respond to stress. I feel much more balanced, and for the first time in years, I feel like I am working with my body rather than against it.”