In this episode, Dr. Nishi Bhopal, an integrative psychiatrist and sleep medicine physician, interviews Dr. Ellen Joseph, a clinical health psychologist specializing in gut-brain interactions at GI Psychology in Virginia. They explore the intriguing relationship between gut health, mental health, and sleep, emphasizing the challenges patients face due to stigma and miscommunication of symptoms. Dr. Joseph shares insights on treating disorders of gut-brain interaction, highlighting gut-directed cognitive behavioral therapy and clinical hypnosis as effective solutions with an efficacy rate of about 80% for conditions like IBS. They also discuss the bi-directional relationship between gut health and sleep, with practical strategies for improving patient outcomes. Learn more about treatments and resources available for both medical practitioners and patients, and where to find specialized help.