The Virtual Gastric Band (VGB)

Virtual Gastric Band Hypnotherapy | Weight Loss Hamilton & Online

Looking for a non-surgical, non-medication approach to weight loss?

The Virtual Gastric Band (also called hypnotic gastric band or gastric band hypnosis) is a specialised hypnotherapy programme that helps you feel fuller with smaller portions and develop lasting, healthier eating habits.

Unlike surgery or weight-loss medication, the Virtual Gastric Band works with your subconscious mind. Through guided hypnosis, your mind begins to respond as though a gastric band has been fitted around your stomach. This can support reduced appetite, earlier feelings of fullness, and more mindful eating — without physical intervention.

I am trained in Sheila Granger’s Virtual Gastric Band programme, one of the most widely recognised versions of this hypnotherapy approach.

Who is the Virtual Gastric Band suitable for?

This programme is ideal if you:
• Want to lose weight and keep it off without surgery or ongoing medication
• Have tried diets before but found the results difficult to maintain
• Struggle with emotional eating, habitual overeating, or portion control
• Prefer a natural, psychological approach to weight management

Sessions are available in person in Hamilton, New Zealand, or online via Zoom for clients anywhere in New Zealand and beyond.

Virtual Gastric Band as support after weight-loss medication (GLP-1s)

Many people who have used weight-loss medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Saxenda, Mounjaro or other GLP-1 medications later decide they want to reduce or stop them. Common reasons include cost, side effects, or a preference for a non-pharmaceutical approach once some weight has already been lost.

When these medications are reduced or stopped, appetite and previous eating patterns often return. This is a very common experience and can lead to weight regain.

The Virtual Gastric Band can help at this stage by working with the mind to:
• Reinforce satisfaction with smaller portions
• Reduce the return of old food habits and cravings
• Support maintenance of the weight you have already lost
• Build sustainable, long-term eating patterns
It is also suitable for people who choose not to use weight-loss medication at all and want a purely psychological approach from the beginning.

Important information
The Virtual Gastric Band is a hypnotherapy technique. It does not physically alter the stomach and is not a medical treatment or substitute for medical advice.

If you are currently taking prescribed weight-loss medication, please consult your doctor before making any changes.

Hypnotherapy is a complementary approach. Results vary from person to person and are most effective when combined with realistic lifestyle habits around food and movement.

What happens in a Virtual Gastric Band programme?

The programme is delivered over a series of personalised sessions (in person or via Zoom). Each session uses hypnosis together with practical tools to help new habits become automatic. You remain fully in control throughout the process.

Many clients report feeling more confident around food, experiencing fewer cravings, and finding it easier to stop eating when comfortably full.

Book your Virtual Gastric Band consultation

If you are ready to explore a non-surgical, non-medication path to weight management — whether you are coming off weight-loss medication or starting fresh — you are welcome to get in touch.

Caterina Findsen
Clinical Hypnotherapist
Trained in Sheila Granger’s Virtual Gastric Band programme
Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand

Online sessions available nationwide
Phone: 021 258 4418
Email: koruselfdevelopment@gmail.com

Please be aware that in order for this programme to be successful for you, you must be fully committed, have a strong desire to make positive changes in your eating habits to reinforce a healthy approach to food – this is NOT a diet.

Many clients who undertake this programme, notice that they also make improvements in many other areas of their lives at the same time.

How Does The Virtual Gastric Band Work?

Under hypnosis you will have your unconscious mind believe that your stomach has had a band applied that will have reduced it in size to that of a golf ball. Of course consciously, you will know that you haven’t had surgery, but your unconscious mind cannot distinguish imagination from reality and it’s your unconscious mind that drives 95% of your behaviour!

Book Your Session

Personal sessions with Caterina Findsen at Koru Self Development, Hamilton, NZ or on SKYPE.

Mobile

+64 021 258 4418

Email

caterina.findsen@gmail.com

Monday to Thursday

9-30 am - 5pm (later bookings by special appointment)

Hamilton

Waikato, New Zealand

Virtual Gastric Band – UK trial proves 95% success

The Virtual Gastric Band PROGRAMME?

The Virtual Gastric Band is a remarkable weight loss programme, and one which has been pioneered in the UK by Sheila Granger.
This non-surgical technique uses the power of hypnosis to retrain you to be satisfied with smaller amounts of food. It changes how you think about food and can give very safe, results.
It is most definitely NOT a diet - we know that diets only work in the short term.
The Virtual Gastric Band allows you to eat what you want, but will encourage you to intake smaller portions. And, because it's not a diet, you are less likely to feel deprived or miserable, the issues which usually cause diets to fail.
The Virtual Gastric Band has received a tremendous amount of media attention worldwide; if you wish to see the video from BBC TV's Look North programme

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19EMz_OCKAY&feature=youtu.be

HOW THE PROGRAMME WORKS

The Virtual Gastric Band weight loss programme consists of five one-to-one hypnotherapy and coaching sessions usually held over a six - eight week period.
This programme is designed to create positive healthy changes to your eating patterns and your relationship with food.
You will be asked to follow some simple guidelines at home. You will also be given hypnotherapy audio recordings (electronically) to use between sessions which will reinforce the changes that you will be making.
After the five-session programme, should you desire extra support as you continue your journey, sessions can be arranged to meet your long-term goals.

HOW MUCH DOES THE VGB PROGRAMME COST?

Please either email or phone Caterina for more information.
*Please note:
Weight loss takes time and effort to be successful.
People should seek professional advice on diet, exercise, and lifestyle changes.
Individual results may vary.
This is your weight loss journey and your full commitment to positive change is vital to your success.
Hypnosis isn't a magic wand. If you want to continue eating large portions of processed and junk food and drink fizzy drinks, then this program isn't for you.

021 258 4418

021 258 4418