“Just stop”, we’re told. Stop smoking, that is, by just deciding to stop. Wouldn’t it be great if it were that easy? But the fact is that both physiological changes and psychological issues play a role in any stop-smoking program. Even the most determined can rarely just flip a switch and never smoke cigarettes again.
Still, a commitment to do so has to be a part of any program. Only 6% on average will successfully stop smoking their first try. Summoning up the willpower to make that decision permanent is key …

Psychotherapy can help you stop smoking permanently. But it need not involve expensive counseling sessions with a professional. Any mixture of self-help and outside assistance can up your odds of a permanent change in behavior, one conducive to long-term health.
Don’t limit your choice to any one school of psychotherapy – there are a dozen or more. Use techniques from each to get you to your goal: quitting smoking permanently.
Hypnosis is one popular technique that has proven to be successful. It’s been around since the 19th century as a therapeutic method. …