[header] How to manage stress with ulcerative colitis [title] Try biofeedback. [step] Biofeedback is a technique where you work to control your body's automatic response to something like stress. During biofeedback, you need to be hooked up to sensors that monitor your body's functions, like heart rate and breathing. 
During biofeedback, you work towards relaxing your muscles and controlling your breathing, which can help reduce stress by lessening your body's stress response. Talk to your doctor or therapist to get started with biofeedback.