2024-12-21
Not worth the money
Simply repeats the same meditations it claims is hypnosis, you can get this for free on other apps like insight timer
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Description
Nerva is the easiest way to self-manage your IBS symptoms at home, without symptom tracking or diet change. Developed by experts, Nerva can help you learn to 'fix' the miscommunication between your gut and brain with a 6-week psychology-based program.
Nerva uses a proven psychological approach to IBS: gut-directed hypnotherapy. Examined in a study at Monash University (creators of the low FODMAP diet), this approach was found to work just as well as their elimination diet for managing IBS*.
How does it work?
Most people with IBS have visceral hypersensitivity, which means their gut is overly sensitive to certain foods and mood triggers. Nerva can help you learn how to address this miscommunication through audio-based gut-directed hypnotherapy.
What you get:
- An evidence-based hypnotherapy program designed by a world-leading expert to help you live well with IBS and learn to manage your symptoms
- Interactive content with dozens of articles, guides & animations that help you learn to calm anxiety & stress
- Intuitive streak tracking & to-do lists that keep you motivated and on-track
- Tips & advice on how to enjoy a healthy gut and life
- In-app chat support from real people
“I have been using this app for 2 weeks now and have already started seeing results. The sessions are really high quality and the bite size readings each day have been really helpful. It takes some discipline to make sure I do it everyday but I would highly recommend giving it a go.” - Nerva member
”I have done it for 1 week and Im definitely buying the subscription. It really made a huge difference so far.” - Nerva member
*Peters, S.L. et al. (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), pp. 447–459. Available at: https://doi.org/10.1111/apt.13706.
Medical Disclaimer:
Nerva is a general well-being and lifestyle tool designed to help people live well with diagnosed irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and is not intended as a treatment for IBS and does not replace care by your provider and IBS treatments you may be using.
Nerva is not a substitute for any medications. You should continue to take your medications as directed by your healthcare provider.
If you have any feelings or thoughts of harming yourself or others, please dial 911 (or local equivalent) or go to the nearest emergency room.
Nerva uses gut-directed hypnotherapy techniques and is based on established clinical guidelines: https://journals.lww.com/ajg/fulltext/2021/01000/acg_clinical_guideline__management_of_irritable.11.aspx
If you subscribe through iTunes, the credit card associated with your iTunes account will be charged at the end of the 7-day trial period, and your subscription will automatically renew every 3 months thereafter unless you cancel at least 24 hours before the end of the current payment period. If you do not cancel, your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. If you purchase a subscription during the free trial period, any unused portion of the trial period will be forfeited.
To manage your Nerva subscription from iTunes:
1) On your iOS device, go to your device Settings and the ‘iTunes & App Stores’.
2) Tap on your Apple ID.
3) Tap to ‘View Apple ID’. (You may need to sign in or use Touch ID.)
4) Tap on ‘Subscriptions’.
5) Choose ‘Nerva Subscription.
6) Tap ‘Cancel Subscription’.
For more information, please see our Terms and Conditions of Use: https://www.mindsethealth.com/terms-conditions-nerva-app
What's New in Version 34.2
Thanks for using Nerva! This update includes improvements to the session player, colour contrast, user interface, and other features.
We've improved audio file management, so Nerva works even on devices with low storage.
As always, if you have any feedback or run into any troubles, let us know at nerva@mindsethealth.com
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Mindset Health Pty Ltd
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Categories
Version
34.2
Size
108.7 MB
Game Center
No
VPP Device Licensing
Yes
Rating
Rated 12+ for the following:
Infrequent/Mild Medical/Treatment Information
Compatibility
iOS 12.4 or later
Devices
iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone SE, iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone SE (3rd generation), iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16, iPhone 16Plus, iPhone 16Pro, iPhone 16ProMax, iPad (5th Generation) Wi-Fi, iPad (5th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (6th generation) Wi-Fi, iPad (6th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro, iPad Pro (Cellular), iPad Pro (9.7-inch), iPad Pro (9.7-inch) (Cellular), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2nd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (10.5-inch), iPad Pro (10.5-inch) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro (11-inch), iPad Pro (11-inch) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air, iPad Air (Cellular), iPad Air 2, iPad Air 2 (Cellular), iPad Air (3rd generation), iPad Air (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini Retina, iPad mini Retina (Cellular), iPad mini 3, iPad mini 3 (Cellular), iPad mini 4, iPad mini 4 (Cellular), iPad mini (5th Generation), iPad mini (5th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (7th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (4th Generation) (Wi-Fi), iPad Air (4th Generation) (Wi-Fi + Cellular), iPad (8th generation) Wi-Fi, iPad (8th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th Generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (9th Generation), iPad (9th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini (6th Generation), iPad mini (6th Generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air (5th generation), iPad Air (5th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (4th generation), iPad Pro 11-inch (4th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th generation), iPad Pro 12.9-inch (6th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad (10th generation), iPad (10th generation) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air 11-inch (M2) Wi-Fi, iPad Air 13-inch (M2) Wi-Fi, iPad Air 13-inch (M2) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi, iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Pro 13-inch (M4) Wi-Fi, iPad Pro 13-inch (M4) Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad MiniA17Pro, iPad MiniA17ProCellular, iPod touch (6th Generation), iPod touch (7th generation)
Languages
English
App Store: Customer Ratings
Ratings & Reviews
4.5 of 5 (3,185 Ratings)
App Store: Customer Reviews
2024-12-21
Nerva and what it helps
Using Nerva fairly recently after a diagnosis of IBSC late last year after over a year of investigations, given the brain/gut connection I ended up in a psychiatric ward for a week, there I knew that wasn’t what I needed. Not understanding, to me the most bizarre symptoms of IBS which was mainly sensations and not much pain but drove me nuts. I still have the sensations but understand them more through my own research and latterly the Nerva app. The app is so informative and explains everything so well. The condition doesn’t go but the Nerva make it so much easier to cope with. Ultimately I was diagnosed a few weeks ago as having Collegenous Colitis which is a not very well known condition as is IBS but their is a diagnosis for but no cure. so now don know if I do have IBS also as it mimics the symptoms of IBS as other stomach conditions do. Personally if you have a brain/gut connection condition Nerva in my opinion could greatly help. Thanks so much Nerva 😊This is the longest and most worthwhile revue I have ever written. It should be prescribed by GP’s.
2024-12-20
Oversold
The core of what this app is doing may be a good thing but it is disappointing to find that swamped by over-zealous pushy advertising- have you got other conditions? Have you asked your GP to recommend it to others? etc etc. The ‘maintenance plan’ is totally confusing and isn’t a plan at all. Does it work? Jury still out. Don’t hold your breath.
2024-11-29
Nerva Help
I’m a long term sufferer from IBS - over20 years- and have tried so many conventional and alternative therapies over the years. I get temporary help from somethings but combining various solutions to the problem works best but sometimes nothing works. Nerva has helped me very much over a three month period and I’m continuing with the maintenance programme. However it has changed my attitude to IBS and how my mind/body works so that I can see a long term solution to my problem using Nerva techniques going forward.
2024-11-26
Deducted money for whole year without consent
They just deducted money without taking consent from me
2024-11-26
Very useful app
I felt at a loss as to what to use to help with my symptoms. I was stuck in a stress-loop cycle and I didn’t know how to get out of it, causing my symptoms to worsen. I’ve only been using this app for 2 weeks but it has helped me to relax and given me hope for the future. I would 100% recommend it!
2024-11-25
Absolutely fantastic
I’ve only been using Nerva for ten days however I’ve already felt a real difference! Thank you Nerva!
2024-11-19
Nerva app
Really found this so useful and I have found it’s changed my gut. I used to avoid foods and situations and now I feel more free and don’t have to do that as much anymore. Thank you!
2024-11-17
Change
With every session I feel a change . It might be small but it’s a change I didn’t feel before. I still feel changes. I am learning more about myself from every session . I feel like I have more control over what happens with my body. I smile more!!! Unfortunately I’ve had a set back. Life turned upside down for a few days. I’m doing better now. I continue listening to the sessions each day. I make time to listen a couple times a day and breathe. I smile again.
2024-11-15
It’s beginning to help me
I’ve been doing this programme when I get into bed at night and find it calming.
I’ve still got a lot of problems with constipation.
2024-11-15
An interesting app which has helped
I was very sceptical about whether the Nerva app could help as I'm used to taking pills for things that go wrong with my body. I think the really important thing about this app is that it creates a sense that you have some degree of control of the situation, and that gives positive feedback to your body which eventually becomes habitual. It's a bit difficult to explain but I definitely feel it has helped, whether by giving me better quality sleep, which I feel it has done, or helping me worry much less about relatively small IBS symptoms which may have developed into bigger symptoms and a feeling that everything has gone wrong with my guts. It helps to break that loop. The repetition is important, and although I finished the course I still revisit the sessions.
2024-11-12
Overpriced and disengaging
Trial was way too short you barely have a chance to see if it works for you. I paid for the annual subscription and then realised it wasn’t for me. I would recommend some alternative voices to guide you through the therapy as the app developer chooses an overly “woo” lady that lays the whole journey on so thick, it doesn’t feel genuine or engaging. It just made me want to close the app and delete it. Not worth the money (for me personally).
2024-11-08
Hypnotherapy sessions
Really beneficial to supporting change in mindset
2024-11-08
Symptom reduction happened quickly for me
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.
2024-11-04
Brilliantly relaxing
I am already feeling small benefits in terms of bowel movements which now are more ‘normal’. Thank you!
2024-11-04
Well designed app but didn’t help me
I’m a bit disappointed after completing the programme that the app hasn’t helped me. My IBS is still pretty bad. I have completed the programme - I had really high hopes and felt sure it would work, but I haven’t seen any improvements…. The guarantee of ‘30 days or your money back’ doesn’t really make sense as the full programme is 6 weeks and it leads you on to continue by saying it’s quite normal you haven’t seen results yet. I was considering stopping at 30 days when I hadn’t seen the results, but the app encouraged me to give it longer.
Having said that, the app is well designed, there’s lots of informative content on there, it’s easy to use, it works well and it’s interesting.
If it had worked, it would be worth every penny.
Sadly it didn’t - I still have lots of pain, IBS is still negatively impacting my life and I’m poorer by 125 quid.
2024-11-01
Same thing every week
I thought I’d really like this app when I did a couple of days listening to it during the trial so let it go onto the really expensive paid version. Well then I just realised it’s virtually the same content over and over. My biggest big bear is that the app keeps on progressing days regardless of whether you listened to a session or not. So for example I might have listened to 3 sessions in 7 days and then rolls me onto week 2! I’m on week 6 now having listened to maybe 5/6 sessions. Absolutely not worth the money for the sparse content, I don’t want to clench all my muscles and release them each time I listen to this thing!
2024-10-31
It’s ok ish
Sessions are ok and relaxing if repetitive on occasion. No noticeable change in symptoms, good information but hardly any evidence of improvement.
2024-10-27
Fab app
Fabulous app. Has helped me a great deal and my IBS has greatly reduced.
2024-10-22
Scam
Hypnotise you into thinking your a day behind in your trial week, then £149 was charged without warning for the year, i did not sign up for this, i got in contact with them and they refunded the £49 taken out but then just took it straight out again?????
2024-10-16
Money
You taken money out of my account of £149 and left me with nothing at all I did not agree to paying that much money each month I won’t my money back
2024-10-16
Pricing model doesn’t align
This app does improve my symptoms, however I don’t think it’s value for money. There are only 5-7 different hypnotherapy session which get recycled, and the program only goes for 6 weeks even though they charge you for 12 months. To me it feels like the creator did one day of recordings/ writing info snippets; and then just tried to milk money out of customers by charging recurring revenue. If the app had fresh content every day (like how the call app has a daily meditation), then I could justify the expense but for this, I can’t.
2024-10-16
I genuinely felt a difference
As someone who sufferers with health and generalised anxiety, my IBS can be very distressing. However, since starting to use this app, I have noticed a slow shift in how I feel about any discomfort and am even able to ignore, distract myself and even forget about it more easily than before. It will take a while but I would encourage anyone who knows for a fact that a lot of their IBS flare ups are linked to their anxiety or stress to give this a go!
2024-10-08
Nerva programme
Committed to this programme. Very relaxing. Excellent guided imagery. The variety of imagery is really helpful. Voice of therapist really calming. Certainly less blotting and intestinal pain less frequent. Protaxia pain still an issue . Bowel movements more frequent. Infrequent constipation plus too
Thank you Nerva team
2024-10-08
So glad I tried Nerva
I have suffered with IBS for over 40 years. This programme has helped more than anything else I’ve tried. It has reduced my symptoms and increased my confidence which, at times, has been very low. I’m so glad I found it and gave it a try.
2024-10-05
Way too over priced for what it is
Before purchasing, I didn’t realise it’s basically about 7 sessions, all repeated and mixed up each week. This really takes you out of the relaxation as you’ve already heard it all before, and know what’s coming.
Absolutely not worth £150!
2024-10-04
Life changing!
I received this as an Ad on Instagram, which I’m sometimes sceptical of. After seeing the Ad a few times I looked into the app more and thought I might give it a trial. I’ve suffered with IBS for 9 years since the passing of my mom, and I’ve always known that stress/anxiety shows in me as primarily gut symptoms but also in my throat area, and my thought pattern. My symptoms were so physical that I was suspected of having Crohn’s disease which my dad has. My mom also passed of bowel cancer. My anxiety particularly around travelling was so bad that it was stopping me from driving, being a passenger, going abroad, etc. I tried private therapy for these issues but it was incredibly expensive. The price of the app was less than one session of private therapy so I thought I’d try it. I’m about 6 weeks in, haven’t been 100% consistent or fully utilised the readings and breath things, but I notice a huge difference. A huge reduction in flare ups, and when I am travelling or having a flare up I listen to a session and I genuinely can feel the pain stop until I feel very calm and comfortable. Usually my symptoms are so bad when I’m travelling I have to get to a bathroom straight away, but there have been times where I’ve felt that way, listened to a session and the pain/urge has gone away and I can complete my journey comfortably. It’s incredibly really. I feel I have some of my life back for the first time in years, and it makes me feel optimistic that I can continue improving until I can live ‘normally’. I re-listen to the sessions over and over, and plan to restart the whole treatment from the start to keep building consistency.
2024-10-03
Eyes
I find the session relaxing, but I am sure I do not go into a trance and I don’t really want to open my eyes on 5.
2024-09-30
Fabulous app!
This has really helped me. Have recommended to SO many friends. Thank you!
2024-09-25
Really helpful!
Recommended by my dietician - already worth it after 5 days
2024-09-23
Scam
They took my 200 pounds in one day
2024-09-19
a scam and not worth the money
it only offers hypnotherapy sessions (can find the same on youtube) and basic ibs info you can find reading online. also, it doesn’t work for everyone (apparently 20% of people don’t see any results)
2024-09-18
Progress so far
I am beginning to focus more on the responses in my body whilst doing the hypnotherapy sessions. I can feel and sense the difference both mentally and physically.
2024-09-12
Just what I needed.
This app has allowed me to reach a level of peace and comfort that has worked wonders on my digestive system. I feel it has affected more of my general life as well. Well worth investing in the program. Janette
2024-09-12
Unethical
The trial week hypnotises people into buying the full subscription!
2024-09-11
Scam
Doesnt do anything, dont fall for this scam
2024-09-11
Good app but symptom tracking is poor
I enjoy the sessions and they do help but I find the app is lacking in terms of symptom tracking and also unsure whether I’ll get new content after 6 weeks, since they make you pay for a year!
2024-08-27
Charge £200
Offered a cheap subscription with no reminders to cancel it and no ability to cancel it through Apple. Do not fall for this.
2024-08-25
What a Difference a week makes!
I have been suffering with IBS and other gastrointestinal problems for 4 years and the Low FODMAP diet has helped with flare ups. Lately I have had a lot of stress in my life, which has exacerbated my IBS so that lots of foods seemed to create pain, bloating and very erratic bowel movements. I signed up to Nerva 7 days ago and so far I have had 4days with no pain, much more regular bowel movements, no bloating and have felt so much more relaxed. Yes just 1 week!!! It feels like a joy to be pain free. I have said yes to some nice long walks and even to a meal out with friends. Roll on week 2.
2024-08-25
Really helped me calm me
I know that stress and anxiety is a big trigger for by tummy issues. So these sessions have been great at helping to switch off and calm my mind. I’ve noticed I’ve had less flare ups reducing my pain overall. So thanks Nerva.
2024-08-22
Couldn’t cancel subscription
When trying to cancel subscription it said unable to do so at this time
2024-08-18
Cannot quit
Really difficult to cancel the subscription or auto renewal after the trial. Im still trying to cancel now and they are still trying to take money from my account !!
2024-08-18
Dr recommended - amazing recommendation
As most, I went in to this with some hesitance and preconception, however after committing to honestly engaging with the problem I saw huge progression and improvements from session 1 onwards! I’ve now got to week 7 and I can say I’ve really noticed the changes - whilst some physical symptoms still exist, the lessons and mostly the mindfulness and visualisation practises really offered a lot for me. I found my self looking forward to the next session daily! I’d genuinely recommend this (and I have).
My only complaint is that on the NHS you only receive a limited time to complete the program, which I think should be ongoing and consistent - so this definitely has an effect on the accessibility factors, as not everyone can afford to pay for the treatment and I think a lot of the people who need this app cannot warrant the cost.
2024-08-14
Making progress
I was sceptical when I started Nerva but desperate for something to help.After the first 6 weeks there was little improvement in IBS symptoms. It I felt better in myself so I decided to persevere. Now, after 150 sessions my symptoms are greatly improved and I have been in several stressful situations where I would normally have had a bad flare up. Each time, I have had mild symptoms that have been manageable and I know I will conquer these as my confidence that they need not occur improves. Thank you Nerva!!
2024-08-10
Amazing results
The Nerva gut related hypnotherapy sessions have worked amazingly well for me. I love the sessions & my IBS D (which I suspected was mis-communication between gut and brain) has ceased. I have combined this with cutting down on lactose (I now have lactose-free milk & yoghurt). I highly recommend this app. It also helps you to feel calm & relaxed - good for the mind & body.
2024-08-09
Loved every day
Over all I really enjoyed it throughout.
I really loved the readings, getting to learn all about the science behind a lot of the things I experience and understanding what’s going on with my symptoms was really reassuring. I feel that they were quite repetitive and often over simplistic. The diagrams were great but I think it would have been great to have had a chance to go a bit deeper into the science behind the mind gut connection, IBS and meditation rather than repeating the same few snippets of information over and over again.
I loved the guided meditations, I really thought the visualisations and the suggestions were very well done. I definitely saw an improvement in my symptoms after week 2 and when I did experience symptoms I felt more in control of the outcome, and not over run by my condition. It’s a great feeling.
My only slight gripe (and it is incredibly slight) with it is that the lessons move on each day, making you feel left behind if you miss one. This may only be an issue for me but I found myself getting stressed about missing one and falling off the momentum, I would’ve preferred to do it at my own pace. At the beginning I ‘signed on’ for a 5 day a week commitment but if you don’t do every day the app doesn’t ‘wait for you’ so I was always catching up.
My favourite thing is that it doesn’t dismiss the need for medication and the input of healthcare professionals. I find a lot of holistic healing can be very all or nothing which isn’t helpful. I am grateful that this approach markets itself as just that... an approach. Not a cure, just a management tool for symptoms.
Basically, I love it. It is pricey but worth it if you can afford it!
2024-07-30
Love this app - IBS much improved
I really enjoy the meditations and the breathing exercises. Against my expectations my IBS symptoms have improved! I still get some but am sticking with the program and hoping for more improvements.
2024-07-25
Scam with the Price
While downloading the application they are offering a week of trial shift for free and after that was an information how much you can pay. There was an option £ 1.00 per week or £ 9.00 per week. I have chosen the £ 1.00 per week cause I am very sceptical or that will help even. My trial shift is ending tomorrow and yesterday they have tried to take £99.00 from my account. The program should take 6 weeks so how it came to £ 99.00 ? I have looked at the subscription now and the says £ 99.00 every 12 month. The program is for 6 weeks so how come you are taking £ 99.00 every 12 month. I am canceling the app definitely!
2024-07-22
So grateful to have this app!
I have suffered with anxiety related IBS for over 5 years now, it got so bad I was struggling to leave the house.
Wow… what a difference this app has made, I don’t understand how or why it actually works but it does. I haven’t conquered all my fears but I finally feel like I’m getting somewhere and I feel so much more positive. I have been leaving my house for long periods of time - something that would normally result in a flare up - and I’ve felt fine and positive. I’ve even managed to eat some plainish food out! I know it seems a lot of money but I would 100% recommend this. Maybe try a few free headspace meditation videos on YouTube prior to make sure you are able to fully relax yourself into the meditation (my partner can’t stand them!) if you can then I would take the plunge with this app!
The only negative I would say is I really dislike that the sessions moves on even when I haven’t. I went on holiday for a week and don’t use the app every day but I want to complete each session - this means I’m now 3 weeks behind but the app still notifies to tell me “half way through”… “you’ve finished the 6 weeks”. I really hate this and I think for an app aimed at those suffering with anxiety it’s quite anxiety inducing to feel so far behind!
2024-07-18
Nerva Experience
The whole experience has been good so far although to date I can’t honestly say there has been much change in my condition.
2024-03-13
Nerva process
I love the program especially the 4-5th week with sensation coming down as I am always highly sensitive for all sensations. I don’t think it is helpful for someone like me being a nature person to talk about clean, tidy, park etc. I calm down in wild flower meadows, the forest etc. I also am very bad still, not worse then the beginning but not better with my diareah. The calming effect of the hypnotherapy is not having an effect on my physical symptoms. Therefor I gave 3 stars. I am aware I have to see my docter but it is near I possible to get hold of her. I have very little energy and get all colds etc that are around me, so my immune system is really not good.
2024-03-04
Support team don’t read questions or concerns properly
I asked a simple question and received an answer totally unrelated to my question. I don’t feel the support team read the questions carefully or are particularly knowledgeable .. I wondered at first if I was being answered by a bot, the response was so irrelevant. Support also keep repeating how Nerva is not a perfect system … the question wasn’t even related to anything that would call for that response. The responses from support are much more negative compared to the upbeat advertising which says it works for 80% people. The readings say it is important to keep a positive hopeful attitude and support keep undermining this with this unasked for negative comment which I’ve received twice now, once before I signed up.
2024-02-23
Ongoing hypnotherapy
I've just about finished a second lot of three-month hypnotherapy sessions, as after the first, I hadn't seen much improvement. This was disappointing as initially, after just four days, my bowel symptoms had improved dramatically. As I have had this frustrating illness for over 25 years, I felt in my case my brain gut communication had probably been out of sync for a long time so I've persevered. Although not completely normal, my body seems to be returning to a more normal pattern and I'm happy to carry on with a third session as I feel more relaxed apart from anything else. I've got nothing but praise for this site as it's well thought out and is giving me improvement I never achieved through avoiding certain foods. So onwards and upwards ! ....
2024-02-19
Brilliant app, be mindful of subscription price
I started the 7 day trial via an online test. The trial week was brilliant and I noticed a difference in my symptoms quite soon after starting.
The mixture of breathing exercises, hypnotherapy and reading is really good.
I didn’t find the information regarding subscription costs very clear, when I was charged £99 for a yearly uk subscription after the 7 day trial I requested a refund as I hadn’t used the material from day 8 yet and felt the subscription charge information wasn’t clear.
Gea from customer service responded really quickly, efficiently and empathically. They explained the different subscription costs and reasoning and gave a full refund straight away.
I am disappointed I cannot afford to continue through the 6 week course and think it would be great if Nerva provided a costing option that allowed you to just do the 6 week course. However, I hope to be able to continue the course in the future when I can afford to.
2024-02-09
Effortless way to find improvement.
I was very sceptical before I started using the Nerva App, but having suffered from IBS for almost 10 years I was willing to try it. (I’d tried others tablets/remedies etc with no success.)
The App includes a written explanation each day as well as a relaxing hypnosis. Gaining this better understanding of the brain/gut interaction was very helpful.
I’ve completed the App and it has definitely worked for me. No more pain and bloating from certain foods is minimal. I’d definitely recommend you try it too.
2024-01-11
Nerva App
It is a pleasure to write a review of the Nerva App as I can say truthfully it has revolutionised my life. I am 75 years old and have suffered from IBS for a long time and tried every possible remedy with sometimes a small degree of success but none has had the impact of Nerva. I have been using the app for approximately 6 months and have seen a consistent improvement and a significant reduction in the use of anti diarrhoeal medication. My diet has improved and I am now eating a greater variety of food as previously in an attempt to manage my bowel condition I restricted my choice of vegetables in particular. I had in the past followed the FODMAP diet with a modicum of success. I am now more confident in using public transport and staying away from home for holidays and visits to family. I used to dread leaving home as I constantly worried about finding a toilet and the possibility of faecal incontinence as my bowels sometimes moved up to nine times a day. The only small comment I would make is that I would find a bell or other sound helpful to signify the end of the breathing exercises. Thank you for your work into this distressing condition. Pat Colville
2023-12-07
Update
I have completed the program and overall I am pleased I took it My main benefit comes form gaining a better understanding of my gastrointestinal link to my brain and the exercises to connect with them I didn’t reach the level of hypnosis that I hoped for and remained fully awake during the sessions James Kearns
As previously advised to Devins I have decided not to continue with the program as I don’t seem to be getting the benefit I hoped for But I learned a lot from it and now have a better understanding of the condition for which I am very grateful
Special thanks to Devins
James Kearns
2023-11-21
Lifechanging
I rarely write reviews but I had to for this app. I have struggled with severe IBS for around 4+ years, and during that time I’ve been extremely restricted in what I can eat and feeling pretty rubbish all the time, largely affecting my quality of life.
I heard about this app and decided to give it a try, although I wasn’t expecting to see a difference. I kept going with it, though, and found the meditations really relaxing to listen to (which is unusual for me, as I’ve always struggled to meditate).
By the time I’d completed the six week course, the difference was unbelievable. My IBS symptoms had drastically reduced, and I was able to eat foods I’ve had to avoid in years (such as mushrooms, aubergine, cabbage, broccoli, strawberries, apples, blueberries, melon, brown bread & rice, and high-fibre labelled products, all which would’ve caused me diarrhoea before). This has allowed me to incorporate more fruit and veg into my diet, which has made me feel healthier overall!
I’m writing this review months later, and my IBS is still better than ever. I’m enjoying food so much more and my symptoms are mostly manageable, something I never thought I’d be able to say! So grateful for this app and how much it’s changed my life.
Highly recommend. Try to go into it with a positive attitude, and don’t give up if it begins to feel repetitive - that’s how it works!
2023-11-13
Gradual improvements
At first I saw little change and was sceptical that it would make a difference to my longstanding ibs symptoms. At about week 5 I realised that I needed to combine Nerva with FODMAP and this was when I noticed improvements. FODMAP alone has not had this level of impact so I can only attribute the changes in my bowel to Nerva. I would love to see a similar programme for the bladder! Feeling much more positive about the future thanks to Nerva. Improvements have not been consistent and I’ve made other changes to my diet which have helped. (Cut out all caffeine) I feel that Nerva is part of the solution and is helping ‘urgency’ resulting from the overactive gut-brain.
2023-10-30
Well thought out program
I have been using this hypnotherapy recording, for a few days now and find it relaxing and being of a scientific perspective I find the guided imagery around such things as control, dials and imagining taking wonderful medication really really helpful. I get relaxed even though it’s not quite clear how this happens, and as was stated in the introductory notes, One carries messages around in one’s brain all day anyway, so it’s most useful having some really positive ones to carry around to help with managing IBS. Thank you very much.
2023-10-27
Only pain is the cost
Part of me wanted this not to work because of the cost but I decided to do the weeks trial anyway and I am already impressed. After being really ill with a flare up the past month and running out of options I thought I’d give it a go along with following a strict Fodmap diet, which I imagine has also played a big part in me feeling better. The sessions have made me feel relaxed and calm, and I have been doing them as soon as I wake up and before I go to sleep, which have been when I have been in most pain. I am surprised at how well this has worked, even when I have started to feel unwell it has stoped it in its tracks and I have been able to go about my day normally, or go to sleep with no pain, which is incredible as the pain would wake me up through the night. It’s a cost I think I’m going to have to make but if it means I can live my life pain free then it will be absolutely worth it.
2023-10-15
Life changing
I’ve been recommending Nerva as genuine miracle cure to all my IBS/D friends. Well certainly has been for me. I thought I was dying last year from Crohn’s, slowly withering away, before discovering Nerva. I was using the loo 20-30x a day. I think the isolation of the pandemic just triggered a full auto immune response. 1x Nerva session and my 3 neurological centres had a factory reset and i was able to just go to the loo once that day. My health then dramatically improved day by day. I’d say it’s cured 95% of my IBS symptoms with no requirement to change diet (well, except continuing to eating healthily of course). I love Nerva and will be a subscriber for life.
2023-10-02
IBS and Lactose Intolerance
Last year for five months, I had chronic diarrhoea. I had loads of tests. Cameras up and down! Everything came back normal in the end. I was so frustrated. I decided to try dairy free. Cutting out all cheese, milk et cetera. Found out myself that I’m lactose intolerance. The chronic diarrhoea stopped within a few days and I thought that was it. But occasionally I’d still wake in the night needing to go to the loo. I’d get caught out when I was out and I was nervous about going out too. So I guessed I was IBS too. I tried Low FODMAP. But it didn’t really help then I saw this app on Facebook and I thought I’d give it a try. I really enjoyed the first seven days so thought I’m gonna give it a good go and I’ve paid for the whole year. It took a good 4 to 5 weeks before I felt it had worked, but I did it every day. And after the six weeks, I felt confident again about going out seeing friends having meals out et cetera. I still can’t eat dairy or at least dairy with lactose in but I can put up with that! I really enjoyed doing the hypnotherapy every day. And I like the repetition of the different hypnotherapy sessions. Now I want them to bring out an app to help with my sleep. :-)
I’m now on day 134. I’m going to try to get to day 365. :-). Thank you, Nerva.
2023-09-27
A really helpful App for IBS
I was sceptical that this App could work for me. After the first week I was sure that it was working for me and was happy to pay for the full course. My IBS symptoms have virtually all disappeared and I have the added bonus of generally feeling much calmer as a person. It’s wonderful not to have problems with “toileting” and not to have pains in my abdomen - I feel much happier overall. I’m looking forward to the maintenance course to keep things as they are. The readings have given me a much better understanding of IBS than my GP has.
2023-09-17
Charged twice by mistake
I made a mistake in setting up my account, and 2 lots of payments were taken from my Credit Card. I contacted Nerva and received an immediate reply from Anne, who investigated, found the problem and the second payment was refunded within days. Excellent customer service.
So far, so good with the treatment, although I have been on holiday and have fallen behind with the plan. I’m only a couple of weeks into it. The articles are very interesting and enlightening. I do think I have managed to calm myself down and not get so stressed.
2023-08-18
Didn’t work for me
I followed the program every day for a long time - it starts at about 20min but then they add daily breathing exercises during so you probably get closer to a half hour. I found the program readings interesting but the hypnosis became dull and repetitive quickly, even with the increased range of visualisations I understand they’ve added recently. Still, the point of it isn’t to be entertaining so I stuck with it. The app is very easy to use and follow.
I was really hoping this would work and while towards the end of the program and for about a month after I had some changes - no major IBS attacks, IBS-C rather than IBS-M, after about a month they all came back in full force. This was really disappointing after spending so long on the program. Just my personal experience.
2023-07-29
Brilliant Information and Advice from Gea
I had developed IBS symptoms from a bout of Covid in April 2022. Had been to a dr had various tests all clear. Dr prescribed Buscopan which initially helped. In October Nerva came on my Instagram and it was the best thing I decided to do. I religiously did the sessions every day at similar times. Read all the articles and within a few weeks my symptoms Of stomach cramps bloating obsession to be near a toilet all eased. Was able to have a week in the Sun continuing to do the sessions. Not obsessed about food had the odd alcoholic drink and no affect. I had a zoom call with a Dietician referred by my GP. He was very interested to hear about NERVA and felt you had been able to help more than anything. Had a slight flare up in December reverted by to daily sessions and am delighted to say my symptoms and esp the anxiety I had suffered during the last few years of Covid calmed down and now am feeling very calm and reassured. Have listened to one of the new programmes in the kitchen and will listen to the other new ones. Am pleased to be renewing by membership for another 3 months. Many thanks to Gea for reaching out to me she has been very helpful. Many many thanks. Regards. Ailsa.
2023-07-14
It really works!
I’ve tried almost everything I know to alleviate the problems associated with IBS and nothing has worked in the long term. I wasn’t particularly sceptical about trying Nerva as I’ve used hypnotherapy before and I know that it works. Even though I didn’t notice immediate results I religiously stuck to the program for the full six weeks (and beyond actually) and now I am virtually symptom free. I no longer worry when travelling or, in my case, when taking part in triathlons and cycling events which were normally a nightmare for me. Yes, I occasionally have the odd flare up but it’s never as aggressive as previously and they are few and far between. I signed up for the year so I still use it nearly every day. Try Nerva-it worked for me!
2023-07-05
Wonderful
Just finished my six weeks. I started well the first three weeks doing a session everyday then tailed off a bit - even so i found it to be really good, informative and so relaxing. Her voice is perfect. So happy I found a voice which works for me and I’m not distracted by. It’s like finding a narrator of audible books which you enjoy (which doesn’t happen very often in my case!). I think I must be quite susceptible to the voice as I often feel asleep so I’m not sure how much useful info I took in. Hopefully part of my brain has retained something. Will continue using to ‘top up’ when needed. I might even repeat the last six weeks as I want to know what I’ve missed.
2023-05-08
I came back to maintenance
I realised my symptoms started to flair up again intensely, so I came back because I know it works and I feel calmer overall which I need anyway, but it’s quiet annoying The symptoms seem to come back, maybe due to life experiences that affect the impact in my psyche, I just wonder if I can be IBS-free ever…
By the way it did help mr a lot, after the first 3 months some symptoms reduced quite a bit even if I would eat foods that usually would trigger IBS, so that’s good, but some other symptoms didn’t fade or disappear. It was good enough for me, I haven’t tried the FODMAP thing, cuz I just don’t like restricting diets…
2023-04-11
Give it a shot!
The Nerva app has a really nice interface and most importantly it’s all backed up with scientific evidence. It slowly passes on the information and knowledge you need to understand both IBS and hypnotherapy techniques in a really accessible way. I listened to the hypnotherapy audio sessions at night before bed and they must have been good because I always got to sleep about half way through! I wasn’t really paying much attention to my symptoms at all as I’ve learnt to live with it but with retrospect it seems my IBS symptoms have definitely calmed down! I also wanted to mention that the customer care team are very helpful (got back to me even on a bank holiday) and you can even do a trial and request a refund if it’s not for you. For the price of a coffee a week I’d say it’s definitely worth a shot to see if it works for you.
2023-04-03
Worked completely for me
I’m writing this review 18 months after finishing the Nerva app course. I had experienced IBS symptoms for 20 years before starting using the Nerva app, and had been formally diagnosed as having IBS. While sceptical of the course to start with, I felt that I had not much to lose by trying it. To my surprise, I felt improvements quite quickly, and by the end of the course my symptoms had gone. I have not had a recurrence since, and I believe I am cured of IBS. The combination of hypnotherapy and education is very powerful. Now that I understand at a conscious and *subconscious* level what IBS is, I am well protected against it. Definitely recommended for IBS sufferers, if you’re committed to trying the app and sticking to it daily to get results. Be aware that there is repetition with the hypnotherapy sessions, but that’s a part of how it works.
2023-03-24
Fantastic caring support
I know some people can be sceptical about subscription services (me included). But this is based on research by Monash University who created the FODMAP diet and they do a lot of research into IBS. I started the programme and feel that the hypnotherapy and support materials will really help me. Then I got food poisoning! There is no controlling those symptoms, and I’m quite poorly. There is a place to chat on the app and I told them what has happened and how I can’t do the hypnotherapy now. Reassuringly, there was a kind lady called Gea messaging me, and she has arranged for me to re-start when I’m better. I hope this helps if you are hesitant to sign up. I will be restarting as soon as I can.
2023-03-14
Impressed
I had been aware of this app for some time as it’s been advertised to me on social media. I didn’t really buy the whole hypnosis thing, and I thought the price of the subscription was extortionate… which I still stand by to an extent. But, I’m two weeks in and my symptoms have eased so much - even after a few naughty days of too much alcohol/ junk food. I’ve even been able to book a spontaneous holiday.
I don’t want to get too excited too soon, but I’ve felt the best I’ve felt in ages and the only change in my lifestyle is this app.
2023-01-17
Not tailored enough
An app was never going to be as tailored as 121 hypnotherapy, but since it was created by a leading ibs specialist, it’s odd that there isn’t two versions of each session for ibs-c and ibs-d, as they’re completely the opposite symptom wise. I found myself tensing up a fair bit when they said about ‘flowing freely’ and phrases like this as for me, that’s exactly the opposite of what I want to happen. I also get panic attacks when out in nature irl because that often means there’s no access to a bathroom - and most of their visualisations are out in nature. The app itself was very easy to use and well structured, it’s just so disappointing that the actual hypno content was so counter productive. Maybe if they make one specifically for ibs d I will consider purchasing. But my symptoms did not change. If you have ibs-m you might be ok!
2023-01-13
Worked for me
I’ve suffered approximately 50 years with tummy problems and have seen numerous gastroenterologists with no improvement. I was told when I was at primary school I had a spastic colon, now called ibs. I was having far more bad days than good, so I decided to give this a go, what could I lose? I paid for 3 months access and made time in my day for the readings and meditations. The difference has been amazing! I still have flares, but no where near as often. It is quite expensive and I couldn’t warrant paying for another 3 months. The meditations are repeated and after the 6 week programme I chose the ones I liked. I still use the techniques that are explained at the start of the meditations. I wish there was a way I could access the meditations without the huge outlay, a lower price with limited access for example. Well worth the time and money for the 6 week programme, but not worth it after that.
2023-01-11
Nerva has helped me hugely
For decades I’ve suffered IBS symptoms which became much worse due to anxiety about the pandemic. I’ve now had two three month subscriptions to Nerva, I felt so much better after the first but wanted to be sure my brain and body really had got the hang of the teaching. I’m lucky to have plenty of time and have done one of the sessions nearly every single day over the six months.
I was extremely skeptical when I started , I just didn’t believe in hypnotherapy. After a few weeks I realised that despite this, it appeared to be working.
I’m so grateful to all the team who created and deliver this app. Thanks to Anne who has helped me sort out minor tech problems.
2022-12-16
Nerva
This app is truly life changing! I have struggling with IBS for years now and cutting food groups out of my diet always left me feeling down. This app has really helped me understand my body more and especially that my personal IBS is actually more linked with my anxiety and stress levels than what I eat. The customer service team are truly excellent and always get back to any questions really quickly! Anne especially has been super helpful with my recent query. I don’t tend to do reviews, but I think everyone needs to know about this app!
2022-10-21
Worked for me, absolutely recommend!
The hypnosis - it is very special did help me most of time to go to deep relaxation, which normally difficult to do, I want to keep doing to maintain, helps me to relax my brain and be more come, it did help my stomach I had occasional upset stomach like 3 times a month for a couple of days leaving me tied and often bloating, pain and gas which related that I had PTSD in the past and complicated grief, other changes in my life as changing countries and learning to drive. I had first month free from upset stomach now after 3 years, what a progress!
2022-09-28
Staying In Control…
IBS affects folks in many, many different ways and the stress cycle with it, for me, is the most damaging and upsetting. For many years now I have felt so out of control, using various different diets, Drs & Coaches to help and as a result it’s left me feeling completely out of control with what I eat. (Sometimes I’ve had a complete breakdown in a restaurant/cafe because all I can have is air and water from the menu, which brings on deep feelings of depression and actually suicidal thoughts at times)
This app has been fantastic to help me gain control of my diet & my life again. The calming sensation on my mind & gut has been amazing and I’m really starting to notice the benefits.
I 100% would recommend to anyone suffering with IBS or any gut related issues (mine include; IBS, SIBO Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowtth & Histamine Intolerance). This app has really helped to improve my symptoms in all issues.
Thank you Nerva!
2022-07-27
Quite frankly, miraculous
I’ve had quite serious digestive issues on and off for over 5 years. They tend to flare up to a debilitating level (ie not being able to work, enjoy holidays, leave the house for long periods of time) for months at a time and I’ve undergone all types of invasive testing and diets to no avail. Nothing has worked so I’ve been willing to try absolutely anything as the years have gone on. Worth noting that Ive previously been very skeptical of mediation in general, just not my thing.
Amazingly, after about 10 days I started seeing a dramatic reduction in my symptoms after using Nerva everyday. I must caveat that simultaneously I’ve been following a relatively low FODMAP diet and consciously trying to reduce stress on my body, but without a doubt Nerva has contributed to the reduction in symptoms (I have tried these things before Nerva and they have not helped at all). I am now on week 5 with nearly 3 clear weeks of virtually no symptoms. This is the best my stomach has been in years and I feel happier and healthier than ever.
I have no doubt that there is a mental component to this, and believing that it will help you may well be a factor in its effectiveness. That being said, if you have tried everything and don’t know where else to go, it is a very small price to pay for something that could change your life for the better. Thank you to those who made this app, it has truly changed my life !
2022-05-31
My experience using Nerva
I have had gut problems at times for many years. In the last year I have made a lot of progress - nothing is a quick fix with the gut. Nerva was an option in my treatment. For me it has been amazing. I have learnt why my body was behaving in a certain way and am learning how to control my reactions. This has been a big step forward and I feel calmer more relaxed
and my symptoms have lessoned a lot but not quite gone yet so I will continue with Nerva. I don’t think it will take long. I have used it for 6 weeks and will continue with their support on the App.
2022-05-06
Effective and easy to follow program
I’ve been using this for a couple of weeks now and I’m already seeing improvements in my IBS symptoms. After years and years of trying to manage various elimination diets and taking medications that just masked my symptoms it is so wonderful to find an intervention that is effective and much more straightforward to follow than endless diet restrictions. Given the amount of money I’ve spent on special foods, supplements, medications and working with specialist practitioners this program is really good value, and it’s working!
2022-01-10
I never would have believed it
I don’t normally write reviews but I had to for this app. I’ve suffered with IBS for a long time now and my IBS symptoms tend to be started by anxiety. This then becomes a vicious cycle as the IBS symptoms tend to prolong the feelings of anxiety. This app has helped me break/considerably reduce the vicious cycle between my gut and my brain. My IBS spasms and discomfort in my stomach are considerably less, even after anxiety triggers and I am coping a lot better than before. It’s also enabling me to calm my anxiety a lot quicker as my gut feels calm. I must admit I would never have tried this app if someone I know hadn’t tried it first, as I appreciate the initial fee is expensive but I must say that in my experience the improvements have been amazing and well worth the fee. It’s definitely improved my quality of life so far.
2021-11-17
Excellent.
I rarely review anything but having completed the initial 6 week Nerva course I had to write a review. It has been so worthwhile doing this course. I have learnt so much and more than that have found the hypnotherapy sessions very relaxing and in turn have seen a big reduction in my symptoms. I would encourage anyone to have a go as you have nothing to lose and everything to gain. Remember hypnotherapy is totally different to the stuff you will have seen in shows. It is simply suggestions while you are in a deep state of relaxation. The scientific reading bit is highly educational and learning about the sympathetic and para sympathetic systems has been extremely helpful to me. A big thank you to all this involved in producing this app. :)
2021-10-18
This app is amazing!
Using Nerva has literally changed my life! After suffering badly for many years with IBS, I didn’t at first believe this could make any difference, but decided to give it a go. Yes - it’s a commitment to do every day for six weeks, but you quickly get into the habit and actually look forward to the daily sessions. In my opinion, the price is worth every penny and is something I will continue to use. My symptoms are so much better and I can finally get on and enjoy life. Take a chance and try for yourself!
2021-10-05
Pleasantly surprised and happy with my progress
I’ve just completed the 6 week programme and am so impressed with the improvement in my symptoms. Prior to starting I was having 5 loose bowel movements per day, had a lot of urgency, was using anti diarrhoeals, antispasmodics and was in a lot of pain. I felt low and anxious a lot of the time about my symptoms. It’s not a magic quick fix but if you’re prepared to put in the time (only 20mins per day) this app really works. I’m now only having 1-2 bowel movements a day, have stopped using medication and using safety behaviours and feel more in control of my symptoms than I have for a long time.
Compared to how much seeing a hypnotherapist would cost this is such good value for money.
2021-09-23
Good for relaxation
I do like this app but I often use it before bed and got annoyed when I have to wake up from it. Not sure if they could develop a day time and night time version. My IBS hasn’t changed much but I do find this very relaxing and helps me focus and stop thinking before bed. Sometimes it’s annoying that the sound editor has cut off some of the ends of the sentences early, which for me disrupts the flow. Seems to be only in the recent update, or maybe because I’ve had it a while I’ve just started to notice! Anyway I would recommend this app for the relaxation aspects. Would like to buy a lifetime version, so hopefully that will be something considered in the future.
2021-08-15
Nerva has changed my life!
I am on the last day of my 6 weeks of sessions and so far it has been life changing. There has been a massive reduction in all my symptoms and I have been able to reintroduce foods I thought I’d never eat again. I have almost no pain, and my focus has been moved entirely away from my digestion, so when I do have things going on I can just chalk it up to a normal reaction and get on with my day stress free. My clothes are fitting normally and I can sleep through the night without waking up in agony or going to the bathroom. I am and will continue to recommend this app to anyone who has IBS. It’s put the control back into my hands and it’s made me happier. Thank you so much Nerva team.
There are 2 things I can add for improvements - I would like the breathing exercise to come with sound so that it’s not necessary to look at the screen and maybe in the future an option to replace one of the guided visualisations if you feel that one doesn’t serve you.
Honestly if you’re thinking about getting the app don’t think about it anymore just do it! The changes that have happened in my body are priceless.
Thank you team Nerva! My next step is to repeat the programme whilst introducing the roots of doom. Watch out garlic and onions I’m coming for you!
2021-05-08
Didn’t get on with this
I’ve used hypnosis in-person many times and always find it very helpful. Unfortunately I didn’t get on well with this app and I think it has a lot to do with the choice of hypnotherapist and their voice. We are have different preferences and to only have a choice of one voice is limiting. I was recommended this app by my dietitian but would next time choose my own therapist.
I was also very disappointed that the app auto renewed at the end of the 3 month subscription without any notice that it’d be happening or giving me a chance to cancel. I’ve now cancelled the auto subscription so I’d like to make others aware of this in case they too find this app unhelpful.
2021-02-19
Rubbish
Feel completely conned. It says you get a meditation every day for 6 weeks. In fact there are only 6 different meditations and these are just rotated. You only find this out after 6 days when it’s too late to cancel. Each session is only about 18 minutes long and quite a few minutes of this is the same on each one (breathing at start & coming back) app is basic, but their developers seem unable to even cope with this level of simplicity. I have to turn my phone off and back on before each daily session will load. It doesn’t work at all on my iPad, only iPhone. It’s not about cost, but value for money. I’d pay £100 if it was worth it. This is a con, as it isn’t clear what you are getting and that is wrong. A savvy person doing the free trail, would just record the sessions & cancel. An app at this cost should not have issues working either. I even asked about the number of meditations on the free trial and the question was avoided. I see why now! This is taking severe advantage of the sick and that is just plain wrong on levels. I’ve had cancer caused by an autoimmune disease and that’s why I wanted to work on my gut. I have other severe symptoms. I don’t like being taken advantage of in this situation. It’s about value for money, £50 is too much for 6 short sessions. Apparently it’s £50 every three months, when you get nothing new! Honestly appalled!
2021-02-15
Incredible results
I had been suffering from abdominal pain for over a year, doing all the recommended tests including a colonoscopy(!) without any findings. The doctors couldn’t find an explanation to my pain and said “it’s probably IBS”. I have been doing meditation and yoga, and then decided to try Nerva. The results were incredible, and I wasn’t sure what to believe when I noticed that my stomach cramps subsided almost instantly after using this wonderful app. Now, 3 months later, my stomach pain is not bothering me any longer, and the pain has almost vanished! I used to have pain every single day for a few hours before, and now I only get it for a few minutes a few times a month. I believe a lot of pain can be caused by anxious thoughts in the subconscious mind, and this app targets that right away. Thank you SO much for creating this app, it has really helped me get back to how I was before my stomach pain all started!
2020-11-28
Exceeded all expectations!
I purchased this app as I was at the end of my tether with my IBS. I had tried other things including the FODMAP diet which helped but did not feel like it was getting to the root of the issue.
I was a bit skeptical, but After about 2 weeks of doing the daily hypnosis I suddenly realised my bloating and abdominal discomfort had improved quite a bit... I continued and am now on week 5 and amazingly I am barely suffering with any symptoms! And like the sessions suggest, if I do get any symptoms they don’t seem to bother me as much anymore. I am so so grateful to have discovered this amazing little app! It really feels like a huge breakthrough and have already recommended to a few friends.
2020-08-16
So expensive
This app is something that I’ve needed for 10 plus years. And it’s incredible so far But £80 odd quid??
I understand that apps need to make money, but people who need this app have lost out of a lot of their lives because of IBS/anxiety, people can only feel healthy if they put £80 up front? It’s not fair especially with what’s going on at the moment, anxiety levels are so high.
I’ll do the 7day trial but after that I’ll just have struggle because I just can’t afford that. It should be an option where you can be charged weekly. If you can’t afford that week, cancel until you can and pick up where you left off.
2020-04-08
Fab for relief from GI issues !!!
Just a massive thank you to everyone who help create the Nerva app. After 4 years of abdominal discomfort/ pain and bloating to the point that I did my own any trousers with buttons (only wore leggings and tracksuit bottoms!) my symptoms are now no longer an issue - I did not think this app would work for me but SO glad I tried it - would highly highly recommend ! I feel fab and am now wearing sports bras and trousers and my tummy is flat and pain free !!!! Could not be happier with the outcome- loved the education that comes along with the app to further my understanding of the GI tract and symptoms !!! 10/10 - very happy customer !!! I have completed the whole programme.