Hypnosis for Smoking and Vaping Cessation: A Complementary Approach
This page is intended for physicians and healthcare professionals seeking a clear, ethical explanation of how hypnosis is used as a complementary approach to smoking and vaping cessation.
Scope of Practice
Hypnosis is not a medical treatment and does not diagnose, treat, or cure disease. It is used as a behavioral and cognitive support tool to assist motivated individuals in changing long-standing habits.
All clients are informed that hypnosis does not replace medical care, mental health treatment, or physician oversight.
How Hypnosis Supports Smoking and Vaping Cessation
Nicotine dependence involves both physiological components and deeply ingrained behavioral and cognitive patterns. Hypnosis is used to address the subconscious habit loops that reinforce smoking or vaping behavior.
Sessions focus on:
- Reducing conditioned responses to nicotine triggers
- Disrupting automatic behavioral routines
- Reframing nicotine use at a cognitive and emotional level
- Strengthening identity-based change as a non-smoker
This approach does not rely on aversion, fear, or suggestion of medical outcomes.
Client Selection and Ethical Considerations
Hypnosis is offered only to individuals who express a clear desire to stop smoking or vaping. The process is voluntary, collaborative, and goal-directed.
Clients are screened to ensure appropriate expectations and are advised to continue any medical care or cessation aids recommended by their physician unless otherwise directed by that physician.
Safety and Client Awareness
Hypnosis involves a focused state of attention and relaxation. Clients remain conscious, aware, and in control at all times.
No claims are made regarding physiological detoxification, medical withdrawal management, or disease prevention. Outcomes are framed in terms of behavioral change and personal experience.
Collaboration with Medical Professionals
Hypnosis may be used alongside medical smoking cessation strategies, including pharmacologic aids, behavioral counseling, and physician-supervised programs.
For certain concerns, such as chronic pain or complex psychological histories, a referral from a physician or licensed mental health professional is required prior to hypnosis services.
Professional Background
Services are provided by a Certified Hypnotherapist and NLP Practitioner with nearly two decades of experience in behavior change and habit modification.
All sessions are conducted ethically, confidentially, and within clearly defined professional boundaries.
Physician Inquiries
Healthcare professionals who wish to discuss scope of practice, collaboration, or referral considerations are welcome to make contact.
Phone: (904) 410-0316
Email: Dennis@OurMindsAreAmazing.com