Fed up with checking your pocket for your vape? Making sure it’s charged, buying another one or telling yourself you’ll stop when this one runs out?
Perhaps you’ve reached the point where you simply don’t want it following you around any more.
I’m Neil, a hypnotherapist based in Hayle, Cornwall. I offer a dedicated vaping programme for adults who have decided to stop, with appointments built around your habits, your reasons and the parts you’re finding difficult.
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“I seem to have it in my hand all day”
With vaping, there isn’t always an obvious beginning or end. A few puffs while you’re making a coffee, a few more in the car, then again while you’re watching television. You might barely notice you’re doing it.
Perhaps you started vaping to get away from cigarettes and always meant to stop eventually. Or it began as an occasional thing and gradually found its way into most of your day.
Now you’re wondering how something so small has become something you keep checking you’ve got.
You don’t need a lecture from me. If you’re reading this, you probably have plenty of reasons for wanting to stop already.
Let’s start with what it’s like for you
Some people are tired of the expense. Others dislike feeling they need their vape nearby, or find themselves reaching for it whenever they’re stressed, bored or have a moment to spare.
I want to understand your version of it.
When do you reach for it most? What do you enjoy about it? What are you worried you’ll miss? And what would make stopping worthwhile for you?
You can be honest. There’s no need to tell me what you think a hypnotherapist wants to hear.
We’ll also talk about your nicotine use, whether you previously smoked and anything you’ve already tried. If a previous attempt went well for a while, that’s worth understanding too.
What will we do during hypnosis?
Before we begin, we’ll have talked through the situations that matter to you. Those become part of the hypnosis session.
That might mean mentally rehearsing your morning coffee without the familiar reach for your vape, taking a break at work or settling down in the evening with something else to do with your hands.
I’ll guide you through imagery and suggestions centred on your reasons for stopping and how you want to handle those everyday moments.
You won’t be expected to sit there and somehow “get hypnosis right”. I’ll explain what we’re doing, and you can ask questions.
You remain in control throughout. You can speak, move and stop the session whenever you wish.
How the programme works
First, we meet
The initial consultation gives us time to talk about your vaping and what you want to change.
It’s also your chance to meet me and get a feel for how I work. If you’re curious about hypnosis, a bit sceptical or wondering what it feels like, you’re welcome to say so.
We’ll discuss preparation for the main appointment, including anything about nicotine or withdrawal that would be useful to ask a pharmacist or stop-smoking adviser.
Then, your dedicated appointment
Your main vaping appointment takes place in person at my practice in Hayle, usually around a week later.
We’ll catch up on what you’ve noticed since the consultation and talk through any concerns before beginning the hypnosis.
The session is built around our conversations. Your routines, the moments you expect to find tricky and your own reasons for stopping all have a place in it.
We’ll also talk about what you’ll do afterwards, so you’ve thought beyond leaving the appointment and into the ordinary day waiting for you.
What if I want to stop but I’m nervous about it?
That’s absolutely something we can talk about.
You might be ready to stop and still think, “What will I do when I’m stressed?” or “What if I manage a few days and then buy another one?”
You don’t have to arrive feeling completely certain about everything. Having concerns doesn’t cancel out your decision.
What matters is that you want to stop for yourself and are willing to put the preparation into practice. Hypnotherapy involves your participation, and your determination and follow-through remain important. Results vary, so there’s no promise of a particular outcome.
If you’ve tried before, tell me what happened. We can look at where things became difficult and what needs more thought this time.
And the nicotine side of things?
That deserves a practical plan too.
If your vape contains nicotine, a pharmacist or stop-smoking adviser can talk you through managing withdrawal and whether nicotine replacement would be appropriate. You can use that advice alongside your appointments with me.
If vaping helped you leave cigarettes behind, protecting that progress matters. If you’re worried about returning to smoking, get advice before making changes.
You’ll find useful information in the NHS guide to quitting vaping.
Fees and appointments
Initial consultation – £25
We’ll discuss your vaping, what you’d like to change and whether the programme feels right for you.
The current fee and details for the main vaping appointment are on my Appointments & FAQs page.
This programme is for adults aged 18 and over. The main appointment takes place in person at my practice in Hayle, Cornwall.
Ready to leave the vape out of your plans?
Perhaps you’ve been thinking about stopping for a while. If you’d like to talk it through with me, the initial consultation is the place to begin.
Bring your questions, your reasons for stopping and any doubts. We’ll take it from there.
Prefer to ask me something first? You’re very welcome to get in touch.
Looking to stop smoking?
If it’s cigarettes you want to leave behind, you can read about my stop-smoking programme here.