Smoking can be more than a habit.  It can actually be an addiction.  One that exposes you, and those around you, to the risk of life-threatening conditions. Quitting smoking can be extremely difficult for some people.  This is because this addiction involves both physical and behavioral elements.  You may use cigarettes as a way of feeling more comfortable in social situations.  Or as a substitute for junk food or even alcohol. 

Whatever your reason for wanting to quit, if you’ve tried before, with no success, please give me a call at (403)237-9045.  I may be able to help you.

When working with people who want to stop smoking, I often meet with them over three sessions to get a “smoking history” and then tailor the hypnotic suggestions to address your reasons for stopping, your unique motivations.  In addition we would work on behavioral strategies which are also helpful in stopping smoking, e.g., putting away all ashtrays and changing the time of day you smoke to break the association with other behaviors.

One of my past clients, who I treated in October 2008, sent me this email:

“Just wanted to thank you and let you know that it has been one year since I last saw you and went under hypnosis for my smoking. After smoking for 40 years and quitting several times , I must say I was a bit apprehensive that hypnosis would work.  As you know my Dad passed away the following week and I didn’t go back smoking.  I really believe it was the hypnosis that kept me from starting again as I have used the patch several times in thepast and would take it off and have a cigarette. Today marks one year exactly and I am still smoke free.
Thanks again Lynn and have a great day.” — Karen

I received another email in June 2010;

Dear Lynn,
I just wanted to offer my heartfelt thank you for your role in my quitting smoking. After one session of hypnosis with you I was able to throw away the remaining package of cigarettes I had and haven't had any since. It has been almost a year and a half since I have been smoke free. In that year and a half there have been some emotional challenges that were life altering to me and still I never reverted back to being a smoker. I know in my heart of hearts never will I be one again.
I high recommend your smoking cessation method to anyone who needs help freeing themselves of such an addictive habit.
Again, my thanks to you.
Warm regards,
LD