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Stop Smoking & Chewing Tobacco

Statistics provide overwhelming evidence that smoking is the number one cause of preventable death in our country today.

As a smoker or one who chews tobacco, you probably know the statistics, but more importantly, you know the negative effects of smoking or chewing tobacco in your life.  But... are you aware of how hypnosis may help YOU now quit smoking or quit chewing?   Click here to review research about the use of hypnosis to stop smoking or chewing tobacco.

Are you ready to take control of your life and quit smoking / quit chewing tobacco?

The first step to being free of tobacco is to make a list of all the right reasons for quitting.   What is motivating you to quit smoking or chewing?  Most people focus on the things they want to avoid such as lung cancer, mouth cancer, emphysema, coughing, the smell, and how tobacco usage affects their health and energy.  All of these reasons are valid and accurate but I encourage you to also focus on all the benefits you get when you quit smoking or chewing tobacco.

Imagine your life free of tobacco.  Imagine that you have already quit smoking / chewing / dipping...

You are able to easily breathe deeply and freely
Feel how much energy you have
Notice how pleasant your car, clothes, and hair smell
Notice how clean your teeth are and how your breath is fresh
Enjoy being able to participate in your favorite sport or activity with endurance and stamina
Think how you will spend the money you are saving
Feel how relaxed you have become as you manage stress more effectively

How does that feel as you focus on the benefits of being tobacco free? Call Debbie today at (360) 513-9567 to make your appointment to Quit Smoking Now / Quit Chewing Now!

Personalized Quit Smoking Now! & Quit Chewing Now! Services

Debbie's smoking cessation and chewing cessation programs empower you to quit smoking or chewing more easily.  Each package consists of a single three hour session with a one hour follow up session the next week.  In addition to benefitting from Debbie’s experience and expertise, clients receive additional resources, including 2 CD’s, to support their success.  Cost for either program is only $325.

First Session - What to Expect

The first session in the Quit Smoking Now! and Quit Chewing Now! programs is three hours in length.   The session is very comprehensive and highly interactive.  It begins with Debbie taking a health and tobacco history.  The triggers of tobacco use are explored and utilized to construct hypnotic suggestions that are specific and appropriate for each individual.  The subconscious reasons for smoking or chewing are also incorporated into the treatment plan so all aspects of history, habit, triggers, and physical addiction are taken into consideration and addressed.

Stress is a huge trigger for smoking, chewing, and pretty much any addiction.  The Quit Smoking Now! and Quit Chewing Now! programs both provide stress management techniques to help position each individual to remain tobacco free.  Note: For clients whose lives are exceptionally stressful, Debbie highly recommends they take her Healthy Living Stress Management class or schedule a few personalized Stress Management sessions to help bring balance back into their lives.

Follow-Up Session - What to Expect

The session begins with a check-in.  Since most clients return tobacco free, the session usually focuses on stress management.  Several options are available including Hypnosis, Guided Imagery, Biofeedback, Energy Tapping (EFT), and relaxation exercises.

Occassionally someone reports having cut down their use of tobacco, but they are not yet tobacco free.   Debbie’s response is “Good work for the success you have accomplished!   Notice what you have learned and any insights you have gained.  Now let’s take a look at what is still needed to help you be even more successful.”  By being sensitive to each person Debbie is able to tailor her approach to meet individual needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use the patch or nicotine gum before I come in or after the first session?

You can if you want to, but it is not necessary. Most clients find they do not need them, while a few find them to be helpful.

The bottom line is, as long as you have nicotine in the body, the neurotransmitters and receptors affected by tobacco will be out of balance - thus the physcial and emotional addiction. Once nicotine is out of the body, the body will immediately begin to re-regulate these neurotransmitters and receptors, normalizing them within a few weeks.

If you decide to use nicotine replacement products, you need to follow the directions as labeled so you will eventually be decreasing the dose and finally stop altogether.

What about prescription medications to stop smoking or stop chewing?

As mentioned above, most clients find they really don’t need to use these medications. On occassion, a person with past positive experience using prescription medications may feel more confident using them again. It is truly an individual decision and will not interfere with the Quit Smoking Now! or Quit Chewing Now! programs.

The two most common prescription medications for nicotine addiction are bupropion (Wellbutrin) and verenicline (Chantix). If you plan to use one those medications, you will need to start taking them 1-2 weeks before your quit date. You will probably be advised to stay on them for up to six months. Be sure to discuss possible side effects and drug interactions with your prescriber.

As a licensed Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Debbie can write the prescription. It will require a separate appointment two weeks prior to the Stop Smoking Now! or Stop Chewing Now! appointment. (The prescription appointment is not included in cessation program cost and as such is charged separately. The appointment cost is usually not covered by insurance).

Should I cut down on tobacco use ahead of time before my first session?

Certainly, if you would like to but you don’t have to. An easy way to cut back is to take out one cigarette or dip/pinch each day. For example, if you currently smoke 15 cigarettes a day, tomorrow you would have 14, the following day 13, then 12, and so on. Chewers & Dippers: Did you know that tobacco held in the cheek for 30 minutes is the same as smoking 3 cigarettes? Reducing by even just one pinch a day is helpful.

Cutting down is a great way to begin converting your thoughts about quitting smoking or chewing into actually taking action. It’s a process that you can begin at home even before you come in for the first session.

Ready to take the next step and stop smoking or quit chewing tobacco now? Give Debbie a call at (360) 513-9567 or E-mail her today to schedule your Quit Smoking Now! or Quit Chewing Now! appointment.

Payment Options

Accepted methods of payment are Cash, Check, Visa, and Mastercard. Debbie does not accept insurance. However, as a Washington State licensed Nurse Practitioner she can provide clients with receipts that they can turn into their insurance company for possible reimbursement.

In appreciation for all that they do, US active and retired military personnel receive a $25 discount off their first session with Debbie. Thanks to those who serve!

“The will to win, the desire to succeed, the urge to reach your full potential... these are the keys that will unlock the door to personal excellence.”

Confucius

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