Colonic Hydrotherapy
A private, professionally delivered treatment with Geri Charlton MARCH at Gut Feeling near Bridgwater, Somerset.
If you’re considering colonic hydrotherapy for the first time, this page explains what the treatment involves, what happens during your appointment and what you can expect.
What is colonic hydrotherapy?
Colonic hydrotherapy — sometimes referred to as colonic irrigation or colon hydrotherapy — involves gently introducing temperature-controlled filtered water into the large bowel using specialist equipment.
At Gut Feeling, treatment is delivered using a closed system and is carried out personally by Geri Charlton, an ARCH-registered colonic hydrotherapist.
Your appointment is private and unhurried, with time provided beforehand to discuss the treatment and any questions or concerns you may have.
Colonic Hydrotherapy, Simply Explained
Never had a colonic before? Here’s the treatment in six quick points.
Filtered Water
Temperature-controlled filtered water is introduced gently during treatment.
Gentle Process
The process is gradual and therapist-led throughout your appointment.
Closed System
Waste passes directly away through specialist equipment.
Around 45 Minutes
Treatment usually lasts around 45 minutes, with extra time for consultation.
Private & Discreet
You remain appropriately covered, with your dignity protected throughout.
Professionally Delivered
Your treatment is carried out personally by Geri, an ARCH-registered colonic hydrotherapist.
What happens during the treatment?
Before beginning, Geri will discuss the treatment with you and review the health information provided before your appointment.
You’ll have an opportunity to ask questions and the procedure will be explained before anything begins.
Once you are comfortable and ready, specialist equipment is used to gently introduce filtered water into the colon.
Gut Feeling uses a closed system, meaning waste passes directly through the equipment and away.
Throughout the treatment you remain appropriately covered and your privacy is protected.
Will it hurt?
Colonic hydrotherapy should not normally be painful, although everyone’s experience is different.
During treatment you may experience sensations including fullness, an urge to open your bowels or occasional abdominal cramping.
You are able to communicate with Geri throughout the treatment and should always say if something feels uncomfortable.
Privacy and hygiene
It’s completely understandable to wonder whether colonic hydrotherapy might feel embarrassing.
Your appointment takes place privately and your dignity is protected throughout the treatment.
Gut Feeling uses specialist equipment and follows appropriate hygiene procedures. The closed system carries waste directly away during treatment.
If you are worried about any aspect of your appointment, you’re welcome to speak to Geri beforehand.
Is colonic hydrotherapy suitable for everyone?
No.
There are circumstances and medical conditions where colonic hydrotherapy may not be appropriate.
You’ll be asked to complete a health questionnaire before your appointment so Geri can understand relevant aspects of your health and determine whether treatment is appropriate within her professional scope.
If you have a medical condition, are taking medication, have recently undergone surgery or are unsure whether colonic hydrotherapy is suitable for you, discuss this with Geri and, where appropriate, your GP or another qualified healthcare professional before treatment.
Colonic hydrotherapy is not a replacement for medical diagnosis or treatment.
Gentle abdominal massage
Geri may use gentle abdominal massage during your treatment. This allows the treatment to remain hands-on and gives you the opportunity to communicate with Geri throughout your appointment.
How long does treatment take?
The colonic treatment itself typically lasts around 45 minutes. Your complete appointment may be longer, particularly on your first visit, as time is allowed for consultation, preparation and questions.
Treatments at Gut Feeling
Choose from colonic hydrotherapy or additional treatments including probiotic implants and coffee enemas.
Colonic Hydrotherapy
A private, therapist-led treatment using gently introduced filtered water and a closed treatment system.
First appointment £100 • Returning appointments from £85
Probiotic Implant
Available as part of a colonic hydrotherapy appointment or as a standalone treatment.
Colonic + probiotic from £100
Coffee Enema
Available alongside colonic hydrotherapy or as a standalone appointment.
Colonic + coffee enema from £100
Combination Treatments
Colonic hydrotherapy can also be booked with both a probiotic implant and coffee enema in a single appointment.
From £115
Your first colonic
Feeling nervous before your first appointment is perfectly understandable. We’ve created a simple guide explaining how to prepare, what happens when you arrive, what happens during the treatment and what you can expect afterwards.
Frequently asked questions
Is colonic hydrotherapy painful?
Experiences vary, but the treatment should not normally be painful. You may experience sensations such as fullness, the urge to open your bowels or occasional abdominal cramping. Tell Geri at any point if you feel uncomfortable.
Is it embarrassing?
Your treatment takes place privately and your modesty is protected throughout. Once treatment begins you remain appropriately covered.
Is there any smell or mess?
Gut Feeling uses a closed system which carries waste directly away through the equipment.
How long does an appointment take?
The treatment itself usually lasts around 45 minutes, although you should allow additional time for consultation, preparation and discussion.
I'm nervous. Is that normal?
Absolutely. Many people are apprehensive before their first appointment simply because they don’t know what to expect. Geri will explain everything beforehand and you can ask questions at any stage.