Quit Smoking For Good With Hypnotherapy (Sutherland Shire, Australia)

Clinical Hypnotherapy creates outstanding results quicker than other therapies

How many times have you smoked your ‘last cigarette’? Three times? Ten times? More?

Most smokers have mentally told themselves hundreds of times that “this will be the last one”. But it’s never that easy. Thinking about quitting and pulling it off are two completely different things.

Today, it’s impossible to ignore the detrimental damage cigarettes have on your health – warnings are plastered on billboards, ads, and cigarette packets around the world. Yet cigarettes still sneak into our lives and become a habit that provides both physical and emotional relief.

As well as the risk of cancer, heart disease, stroke and emphysema, addiction also affects your mental health. Feeling depressed or anxious… smelling like smoke… wondering when and where you’ll be able to have a cigarette when you go out… you may feel trapped and believe smoking is a habit you’ll never be able to kick.

If you’ve tried to quit smoking without success, it’s not your fault. Most traditional approaches focus solely on dealing with the physical aspects of nicotine addiction, without acknowledging the whole picture.

Yes, the physical withdrawals can be excruciating. But the behavioural aspects of quitting smoking are often the most difficult part. From the hand-to-mouth motion to the social aspects of sharing a cigarette with friends, smoking can be deeply ingrained in your daily routine.

Regardless of where you’re at in your quit journey, I can help. Whether you’re thinking about quitting… or you need help staying on track… my treatment can give you the powerful tools you need to quit smoking and regain control over your health.

Imagine finally being able to wake up in the morning without having to reach for a cigarette… noticing extra cash in your bank balance because you’re not constantly buying your next pack… and being able to enjoy a far better, healthier, and happier quality of life!

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Hi, I’m Stephanie Karst-McGrath. I can help you quit smoking.

I’m a married mother of 3 wonderful step-children, 2 cavoodles, and 1 cat. I’m also an accredited Strategic Psychotherapist & Clinical Hypnotherapist who has successfully helped many people like you win the battle against smoking.

I trained at the prestigious Institute of Applied Psychology under Gordon Young, where I learned the Gordian Pillars – a new form of hypnotherapy that is becoming very popular in Australia due to its high success rate.

I know how daunting it must feel to say to yourself, “I’m going to quit smoking forever”. You may see it as an impossible or unachievable task – especially if you’ve tried many times before.

But there are proven, evidence-based tools to help put you back in control. I can help you discover what they are, and how to use them with great success.

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How To Quit Smoking With Hypnotherapy

There are countless treatments designed to help you quit smoking. Counselling… cold turkey… e-cigarettes… nicotine replacements like gum, patches, and lozenges. The problem is that these treatments often fail to help you quit smoking in the long term.

Why? It’s because they don’t properly address your triggers and the underlying reasons you smoke. Do you ‘need’ a cigarette when you’re stressed? What about being sad, anxious, or depressed? Or to celebrate a happy moment? Perhaps all the above?

You may use cigarettes to moderate your emotions and feelings. Or you may just enjoy the sensation of inhaling and exhaling smoke or sharing a cigarette with friends. I can help you understand the underlying reasons for smoking, so you can quit and stay quit over the long term.

I use a powerful combination of two proven therapies to bring about lasting, positive change:

Clinical hypnotherapy – a simple technique I use to help you achieve a state of ‘focused absorption’, where your critical mind gets a little rest. It allows your mind to become clearer, more relaxed, and less judgmental of yourself.

Strategic psychotherapy – this seeks to change the cognitive processes that trigger your desire to smoke. It gives you more clarity, focus, and control over your urges. It considers that quitting is a journey and provides the fastest possible route to your end goal.

This combination of therapies has a strong evidence base for helping people quit smoking, even if you’ve tried before without success. By treating both the body and the mind, you’ll experience meaningful change that lasts over the long term. You’ll finally feel in control and empowered to build a happy, healthy life on your own terms!

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Real Success Stories

Hear from some of the people that I have helped to treat their Smoking symptoms and other conditions

Stephanie’s empathetic listening, her subtle understanding and strategic Psychotherapy helped me to realise patterns in my behaviour which evoked unpleasant emotions. Thanks to Hypnotherapy, I went through the process of changes very quickly (a few sessions) and I became a more efficient and confident person, who lives a much more satisfying life than before. The results have been incredible.

Klara Coleman
Hunter Valley Region, NSW, Australia

Stephanie has changed my life for the better! I am so impressed and grateful for how quickly my situation was able to turn around with the guidance and help of Stephanie and our hypnotherapy sessions! It is amazing to see how clearly my sessions with Stephanie were the catalyst for this change in me. I will be forever grateful and I look forward to seeing Stephanie again to help in other areas of my life.

Gabriella M
NSW

I would highly recommend Stephanie as a hypnotherapist if you wanted to make a change in your life by letting go of something negative and replacing it with something positive. In my case it was giving up an addiction to lollies (not being able to stop at one) and procrastination and replacing it with a healthier lifestyle that is more productive.

Steven R
NSW

FAQ

Why is it so hard to quit smoking?

Quitting smoking is notoriously difficult for many reasons. Nicotine is highly addictive, and withdrawal symptoms can be extremely unpleasant. Additionally, cigarettes are often associated with social activities, making them difficult to give up. But perhaps the most significant reason why quitting is so hard is that it requires a complete lifestyle change. You don’t just need to break the physical addiction to nicotine – you must also find new ways to cope with stress and deal with triggers that lead to cravings.

What if I’ve tried to quit before?

That’s common. There are a lot of ineffective treatment methods out there. If you’re struggling to quit, remember that you’re not alone. My treatment is evidence-based – and I’m confident I can help!

Is hypnotherapy effective for quitting smoking?

Yes, hypnotherapy has been shown to be effective in helping people quit smoking. A randomised controlled trial (one of the most reliable forms of scientific evidence) published in the academic journal Complementary Therapies in Medicine found hypnotherapy to be more effective than nicotine replacement therapy for smoking cessation.*

What does a typical session look like?

Sessions last for 60 minutes. This gives me time to treat both the mind and the body. (Please note: You may leave within 30 minutes of the first session if you find that it is not for you and there will be no cost. The first session lasts for 90 minutes. All other sessions are 60 minutes each.)

Beginning: Typically, each session begins with a discussion of what’s happened since your last session. This gives us a clear idea of the progress you feel you’ve made and what areas we need to focus on.

Middle: You’ll sit back, relax, and listen as you receive hypnotherapy (most clients’ favourite part of the session!).

End: Finally, we’ll discuss what actions need to take place between this session and your next to ensure your healing continues.

How many sessions will I need?

It’s important to understand everyone has a different set of circumstances. You may have been a smoker for 20 months or 20 years. That’s why I tailor each treatment program according to your individual needs. As a general guide, most people develop the tools they need to resist impulses and quit smoking after 3 to 6 sessions.

Can sessions be done online?

Hypnotherapy can be done either online or in person. Both forms are equally effective, so it’s really up to you. I’m located in Menai, NSW.

Some people prefer online treatment because they don’t have to leave the comfort of their own homes. Others prefer to come in person because they’re more relaxed face-to-face and they don’t have to use video call technology.

How do I get in touch with you?

Simply send me a message using the enquiry/booking form, and I’ll be in touch! If you’d like to have a quick chat prior to booking a session, you can also call me on (02) 9543 4433. I look forward to meeting you.

* Source: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24559809/