Quit Smoking Hypnotherapists in Hawthorne, CA

60 practitioners who work with quit smoking in Hawthorne.

60 practitioners found

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If you've tried to quit smoking before, you already know the problem isn't information. You know it's bad for you. You've read the warnings. You've probably white-knuckled your way through a few days or weeks before something pulled you back in.

That's because smoking isn't just a nicotine addiction. It's a behavior woven into your daily life. The cigarette with your morning coffee, the smoke break at work, the one you light when you're stressed. Nicotine patches can address the chemical piece, but they don't do anything about those deeply rooted habits and associations.

Why smoking is a dual problem

Smoking works on two levels. The first is pharmacological. Nicotine hits your brain's reward system fast, and withdrawal creates real physical discomfort. The second is behavioral. Over months and years of smoking, your brain builds strong associations between cigarettes and specific situations, emotions, and routines.

This is why many people can get through the first week of physical withdrawal but relapse when they hit a trigger situation. The coworker who smokes, the drink at the bar, the argument with a partner. The behavioral pull is often stronger than the chemical one.

How hypnotherapy addresses the behavioral side

Hypnotherapy targets those subconscious associations directly. During a session, your practitioner works with your mind in a focused, relaxed state to change how you respond to triggers.

Common techniques include:

  • Reframing the identity. Rather than seeing yourself as a smoker who is trying to quit, hypnotherapy helps you start thinking of yourself as a nonsmoker. This sounds simple, but identity shifts are one of the most powerful predictors of long-term success.
  • Breaking trigger associations. Your hypnotherapist will work on the specific situations where you reach for a cigarette, helping your mind respond differently when those moments come up.
  • Strengthening motivation. Hypnotherapy can help connect you to the reasons you want to quit in a deeper way than just listing them logically. When your subconscious mind is aligned with the decision, the follow-through gets easier.
  • Managing cravings. Many practitioners teach visualization or self-hypnosis techniques for handling cravings in the moment, so you have a tool ready when a strong urge hits.

What the research says

The research on hypnotherapy for smoking is mixed but generally positive. A meta-analysis in the Journal of Applied Psychology found hypnotherapy to be more effective than unassisted quitting. A Cochrane review noted that study quality varies and called for more rigorous trials, which is fair.

What the research consistently shows is that the combination approach, hypnotherapy plus nicotine replacement or medication, tends to outperform either one alone. This makes sense given that smoking is a dual problem.

What a quit-smoking session looks like

Most practitioners offer one of two formats. The first is a single extended session, usually 2 to 3 hours, that covers everything in one sitting. The second is a series of 3 to 5 shorter sessions over a few weeks.

Your session will likely start with a conversation about your smoking history: when you started, how much you smoke, what you've tried before, and what your triggers are. This helps the hypnotherapist personalize the session to your specific patterns.

The hypnosis portion involves guided relaxation followed by suggestions and visualizations tailored to your situation. You might visualize yourself in trigger situations responding as a nonsmoker, or work through the emotional reasons you started smoking in the first place.

Most practitioners also give you a recording to listen to between sessions or after a single session. Repetition strengthens the new patterns.

Being realistic about expectations

Hypnotherapy is not a magic switch. Some people walk out of a session and never smoke again. Others need multiple sessions and still find it challenging. The practitioners with the most honest track records will tell you upfront that it works for many people but not everyone.

What improves your chances: genuine motivation to quit (not just pressure from family), willingness to engage fully in the process, and combining hypnotherapy with other support if needed. What hurts your chances: expecting to be passive while the hypnotherapist "fixes" you.

The practitioners listed below are based in or around Hawthorne, California and have indicated quit smoking as one of their areas of focus. Some profiles are verified directly by the practitioner, while others are broader listings from public sources.

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Jeremy Gary
CHt
INGLEWOOD, CA
Anxiety ReliefGrief / LossPhobiasRelationship Issues+5 more
We are given many choices in life with many paths to choose. Our future can at times be a direct result of the episodes experienced along the way. Most episodes are a result and not a choice. Im so ha...
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Vanessa Rezende
CCHt
Marina del Rey, CA
Anxiety ReliefGrief / LossPain ManagementPhobias+7 more
Vanessa Rezende is a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Yoga Instructor, and Sound Healer based in Los Angeles, California.With a passion for holistic therapeutic modalities, she empowers individuals ...
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Lisa Lichtenstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, CHT, NLP
Santa Monica, CA
Anxiety ReliefPublic SpeakingSelf-EsteemSmoking Cessation+2 more
In a safe and warm environment I combine psychotherapy,hypnotherapyand/or neuro-linguistic programming with emotional support and tools to transform you into your highest potential self.. Lose Weight ...
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Panney Wei
CCHt
Beverly Hills, CA
Anxiety ReliefPhobiasRelationship IssuesSelf-Esteem+4 more
Be the Star of Your Life™! Being the star of your life means declaring who you are, discovering what's your purpose on this planet, and taking charge of your life. There's only one person on the plane...
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Beatrix Wagner
Hypnotherapist
Beverly Hills, CA
Anxiety ReliefSelf-EsteemSleep DisordersSmoking Cessation+2 more
Combining life coaching withhypnotherapybrings about the most positive changes, engaging both, the conscious and subconscious minds, empowering people to achieve lasting results and enhanced mental / ...
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Amelie Naegelen
CMH
5.0(24)
Los Angeles, CA
Anxiety ReliefGrief / LossPhobiasSelf-Esteem+4 more
I believe that everyone has the ability to tap into their inner strength and overcome any obstacle, and my goal is to help you do just that. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, phobias, weight lo...
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John Brown
CCHt
Los Angeles, CA
Anxiety ReliefPain ManagementSelf-EsteemSmoking Cessation+2 more
If just making the conscious decision to do better was enough, you wouldn’t be reading this.So, rather than continue to beat yourself up, procrastinate, and blame yourself for things not being perfect...
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Heather Faith Schuman
CHt
Los Angeles, CA
Anxiety ReliefGrief / LossSelf-EsteemSmoking Cessation+2 more
My greatest desire is to help others achieve their highest self-fulfillment, prosperity, and confidence by helping reframe negative perceptions and unsuccessful subconscious behaviors. I want to help ...
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Jayne Goldman
CHt
Los Angeles, CA
Anger ManagementAnxiety ReliefGrief / LossPain Management+5 more
Jayne Goldman is a Certified Hypnotherapist and Master NLP Coach. She is the principal and founder of Best Life Hypnotherapy based in Los Angeles, California. After completing her MBA, Jayne spent 30 ...
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Gita Lalezari
CHt
Los Angeles, CA
Anxiety ReliefGrief / LossPerformance AnxietyPhobias+2 more
I am truly blessed to have had the opportunity to follow my passion in life.Before diving into Hypnosis, QHHT, and Past Life Regression, I spent over a decade in the tech industry, running several bus...
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Rosemary Churns
CHt
Los Angeles, CA
Anxiety ReliefGrief / LossPain ManagementPerformance Anxiety+6 more
Rosemary Churns is dedicated to gently guiding and inspiring others to unlock their unique potential that lies within by harnessing the power of the subconscious mind. Through the use of hypnotherapy,...
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Ali Sotoodeh
CHt
Los Angeles, CA
Anxiety ReliefGrief / LossPhobiasSleep Disorders+5 more
Ali Sotoodeh is an Honors Graduate from the Hypnosis Motivation Institute with the prestigious Director’s Award. Along with his certifications in Imagery, Pain Management, Past life Regression, Smokin...
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Jeremy Gary
CHt
INGLEWOOD, CA
Anxiety ReliefGrief / LossPhobiasRelationship Issues+5 more
We are given many choices in life with many paths to choose. Our future can at times be a direct result of the episodes experienced along the way. Most episodes are a result and not a choice. Im so happy we can also make a choice to change or rearrange our thought process and how we choose to see our past, present & future.
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Vanessa Rezende
CCHt
Marina del Rey, CA
Anxiety ReliefGrief / LossPain ManagementPhobias+7 more
Vanessa Rezende is a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Yoga Instructor, and Sound Healer based in Los Angeles, California.With a passion for holistic therapeutic modalities, she empowers individuals to cultivate healthier minds, bodies, and spirits. Vanessa’s mission is to support personal growth through mindfulness practices, helping others design a life aligned with their authentic desires.A former attorney with a Bachelor’s degree in Law from the University of São Paulo, Vanessa transitioned from a successful law career to focus on mind-body wellness. Her journey into yoga and hypnotherapy reflects her commitment to exploring transformative healing practices.Vanessa earned her 500-hour yoga certification from Yoga Salt, training under Tamal Dodge. She furthered her studies in breathwork, meditation, and neuroscience with Alex Nashton, and deepened her expertise in sound healing and Reiki under Queenie Hilfer.Guided by values of love, integrity, and compassion, Vanessa works with a wide variety of presenting issues and clients’ backgrounds. Her work nurtures physical, mental, and spiritual well-being, helping individuals unlock their fullest potential and experience the freedom to embrace who they truly are.
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Lisa Lichtenstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, CHT, NLP
Santa Monica, CA
Anxiety ReliefPublic SpeakingSelf-EsteemSmoking Cessation+2 more
In a safe and warm environment I combine psychotherapy,hypnotherapyand/or neuro-linguistic programming with emotional support and tools to transform you into your highest potential self.. Lose Weight . Stop-Smoking . Increase Self-Esteem . Develop Healthy Loving Relationships . Develop Confidence in Public Speaking . Overcome Addictions . Conquer Fears and Phobias . Overcome Performance or Test Anxiety . Achieve Your Goals. I have over 20 years of experience. Please visit my website for more information: lisalichtenstein.com
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Panney Wei
CCHt
Beverly Hills, CA
Anxiety ReliefPhobiasRelationship IssuesSelf-Esteem+4 more
Be the Star of Your Life™! Being the star of your life means declaring who you are, discovering what's your purpose on this planet, and taking charge of your life. There's only one person on the planet just like you, and you owe it to yourself to discover who you are and what makes you happy and make your dreams come true! I am here to empower you to overcome blocks, give you tools to turn every challenge into a victory, and manifest the life you've always dreamed.Panney Wei, CHtPanney Wei is an award-winning writer, TV-Radio host, life coach, hypnotherapist, spiritual transformation teacher, and motivational speaker on leadership, achieving one’s potential, and using the power of your mind to achieve your goals, inspiring people with the wisdom and inspiration to create positive change and live the life of their dreams. She is a recipient of the NAAMBA-ASCEND “Global Emerging Leaders Under 40 Award”, named one of the “Outstanding 50 Asian Americans in Business”, a Rising Star nominee for the 2015 LA Journal’s Women Making a Difference Awards, a nominee for the 2015 SFVBJ's Women In Business Awards, an Honoree for Excellence in Arts & Literature for the 2010 Asian Heritage Awards, and named “100 Passionate People of 2010” by TaiwaneseAmerica.org. She is the on-air host of the show and podcast “Positive Changes with Panney Wei” ranked TOP 100 Best Podcasts on iTunes in Spirituality and Self-Help and BlogTalkRadio.com, broadcast to over a million listeners.Granddaughter to former Taiwan Senator Albert Liu and Great Great Grand-niece of one of China’s greatest military heroes, General Tso Tsung-Tang, immortalized in pop culture for the famous dish “General Tso’s chicken”, Panney follows in their footsteps as an activist in her community serving as State Secretary for the Asian Pacific Islander Caucus of the California Democratic Party, a member of the PBS SoCal Asian Pacific Islander Community Council responsible for programming diverse and unique stories in Southern California, and as a National Senior Advisor for several non-profits that focus on leadership, diversity, and personal and professional development in the Asian Pacific community including the National Asian Artist Project, The National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP), NAAAP Toronto, LA, OC, and San Diego.Panney is also the founder and Founding National Director of the international women’s leadership program, Women in NAAAP (WIN!), featured in Forbes Woman, dedicated to empower and develop female leaders in the Asian Pacific Islander community. She is the CEO of Positive Changes Consulting™, her motivational speaker-hypnotherapy-coaching practice that provides personal and professional development workshops that empower corporations, non-profits, and individuals to achieve their potential, create positive change in their lives, and achieve their dreams!She is certified in several healing modalities including neuro-linguistic programming, therapeutic imagery, past-life regression, as well as being a Reiki Master. With her background in alternative medicine gained from surviving a near death experience with the life-threatening illness, bulimia, Panney has first rate knowledge about the power of the mind-body connection, living life with purpose and passion, overcoming obstacles, and using your mind to help you achieve whatever goal you want to achieve in life! Her world travels, studies, including her Chinese-American heritage offer a unique blend and perspective on personal transformation, healing, and achieving one’s dreams.Panney has appeared on countless radio shows nationwide and has worked with OWN, Discovery, NBC, Lifetime, CBS among others, and featured or authored in such publications as Pho for Life, Angel on My Shoulder: Divine Life Wisdom from the World’s Foremost Angel Experts, Enchant, Audrey, Jade, China Gate, China Daily News, LA Times, Woman International, and Hydrogen, and was the former Feature Editor for ASIAM. In the early part of her professional life, she worked in finance and as the Director of Business Development and Special Events for the LA Asian Pacific Film Festival, The Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, and The Producers Guild of America before starting her own consulting business. Panney is working on her first book on attracting the love of your life, and is featured in the upcoming documentary, Quantum Wisdom, featuring experts sharing wisdom and tools to heal and transform your life, answering life's biggest questions. She is married to Endgame Entertainment Executive Vice President, Christopher Chen (who recently produced Looper starring Bruce Willis and Joseph Gordon Levitt and Linsanity, a documentary on NBA player, Jeremy Lin), and has a daughter, the other love of her life.In her private practice, she specializes in attracting the love of your life, healing from the past, sports hypnosis, personal and professional development especially for women, minorities, and children and teens from age 6 and up. For private sessions, by phone, Skype, or in-person, and for more info on Panney's upcoming workshops, keynotes, guest and TV appearances, go to PanneyWei.com.
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Beatrix Wagner
Hypnotherapist
Beverly Hills, CA
Anxiety ReliefSelf-EsteemSleep DisordersSmoking Cessation+2 more
Combining life coaching withhypnotherapybrings about the most positive changes, engaging both, the conscious and subconscious minds, empowering people to achieve lasting results and enhanced mental / emotional attitudes.Areas ofHypnotherapyand Life Coaching include: Addictions, Success & Goal Achievement, Emotional Balancing, Relationships, Fears & Phobias, Self-Confidence/Self-Esteem/Self-Love, Insomnia, Smoking Cessation, Body Image, Weight Management, Stress, Anxiety & Panic Attacks, Personal Breakthroughs
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Amelie Naegelen
CMH
5.0(24)
Los Angeles, CA
Anxiety ReliefGrief / LossPhobiasSelf-Esteem+4 more
I believe that everyone has the ability to tap into their inner strength and overcome any obstacle, and my goal is to help you do just that. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, phobias, weight loss, or simply want to improve your overall well-being, I am here to guide you on your journey to success.Hypnosis is a gentle yet powerful and accelerated approach to help you living your best life. I understand that each person is unique with their own set of challenges and goals, which is why I customize my sessions to meet your individual needs. Through a combination of relaxation techniques, visualization exercises, and positive affirmations, we will work together to help you achieve your desired outcome.I was born in Paris, France and spent much of most of my adult life working and building a marketing career in luxury and fashion industries in Paris, Hong Kong, Miami, and finally Los Angeles where I now live with my husband and my 3 kids. At the age of 40, I made a huge switch in my professional life. Passionate about holistic approaches and neuroscience evolution, I started learning hypnosis after finding what I was missing: a feeling of being grounded and balanced along with my strong purpose to help people.With my expertise, my background, my energy and my heart, I want to help people live the life they want, achieve their goals, feel happier, healthier, and be able to manage their stress, fears, and anxiety. Hypnosis is a fabulous tool which can help everyone to make a change, at any age, if they really want to because we are all more powerful than we think we are.Based in Los Angeles, California, I am seeing clients virtually and in-person. I offer sessions in both French and English.Let me help you make a positive change in your life!
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John Brown
CCHt
Los Angeles, CA
Anxiety ReliefPain ManagementSelf-EsteemSmoking Cessation+2 more
If just making the conscious decision to do better was enough, you wouldn’t be reading this.So, rather than continue to beat yourself up, procrastinate, and blame yourself for things not being perfect, maybe it’s time to try something new.This is where hypnotherapy can help. By helping you make changes and accept them at the subconscious level, you can develop a new mindset and put 100% of your energy toward moving forward.My goal is to provide a hypnotherapeutic practice that combines hypnotic suggestion, facilitated imagery, common sense and empathy in order to help my clients make positive, swift, and enjoyable changes and become happier, healthier, more prosperous, and more successful.If you’re ready to get started, please give me a call or contact me via the contact button at the bottom of the page.
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Heather Faith Schuman
CHt
Los Angeles, CA
Anxiety ReliefGrief / LossSelf-EsteemSmoking Cessation+2 more
My greatest desire is to help others achieve their highest self-fulfillment, prosperity, and confidence by helping reframe negative perceptions and unsuccessful subconscious behaviors. I want to help people strengthen their connections to their unique self, creativity, motivations, and desires leading to self-acceptance and ultimately manifesting prosperity and confidence.I am grateful for the tools of Hypnosis, EFT, Therapeutic Guided Imagery, Meditation, Reiki, and healing facials to help my clients achieve their goals. Nothing makes me happier than seeing someone grow and feel like they are the best version of themselves.With that said, I strongly believe that it is the clients who heal themselves. I am just their guide sharing my knowledge, tips, and energy.
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Jayne Goldman
CHt
Los Angeles, CA
Anger ManagementAnxiety ReliefGrief / LossPain Management+5 more
Jayne Goldman is a Certified Hypnotherapist and Master NLP Coach. She is the principal and founder of Best Life Hypnotherapy based in Los Angeles, California. After completing her MBA, Jayne spent 30 years in the business world before discovering her real passion and talent for guiding people in creating breakthrough changes in their lives.She received her Hypnotherapy training at the prestigious Hypnosis Motivation Institute and graduated with Honors and the distinguished Directors Award for her achievements in clinical practice. She received her Master NLP Coaching Certification from the Tad James Company and was trained by Tad James himself, developer of Time Line Therapy®, a commonly used and extremely effective NLP technique.Jayne credits her son as her inspiration for her work today...I became a Hypnotherapist and Master NLP Coach because of a success story with my son, Andrew. Andrew has Ataxic Cerebral Palsy, which is related to fine motor and balance. Cognitive processing is significantly impacted and resulted in severe learning delays; he was not reading at age 23. Although he is developmentally delayed, Andrew did have the real ability to read by the time he was in his early teens. However, because he had tried and failed for so many years, he refused to even look at a book and had a very poor self-image.A friend suggested that Hypnotherapy and NLP Coaching might help him to believe in himself. Through a series of sessions, the therapist had him believing that he was so smart that reading was easy for him. To my shock, Andrew began to read, driving his self-esteem through the roof! The power of Hypnotherapy and NLP techniques were obvious to me and from that point forward, I was determined to learn as much as I could about this field so I could help others to achieve miracles in their lives, as well.
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Gita Lalezari
CHt
Los Angeles, CA
Anxiety ReliefGrief / LossPerformance AnxietyPhobias+2 more
I am truly blessed to have had the opportunity to follow my passion in life.Before diving into Hypnosis, QHHT, and Past Life Regression, I spent over a decade in the tech industry, running several businesses. Despite my success, I felt unfulfilled and sought a deeper connection to my soul’s purpose. I explored the human experience through books and workshops, which ignited my passion for helping others discover their own truths.The turning point came after the birth of my first child, when I experienced profound anxiety about being apart from him. A session with a friend who was a Hypnotherapist helped me find calm and freedom, leading me to the Hypnosis Motivation Institute (HMI) to begin my healing career. After a year of intense, accelerated education—over 700 hours—to receive my Diploma in Hypnotherapy, I graduated with Honors in 2010. It was then that I truly found my calling, and with passion and enthusiasm, I strive to empower others to lead fulfilling lives.My journey into Past Life Regression began while I was still pursuing my Bachelor’s degree. I immersed myself in books and attended seminars on the subject, which inspired me to earn my Level 2 Certification in QHHT—a powerful technique that allows clients to access not only past lives but also their higher selves, fostering emotional and physical healing. Since then, I’ve had the privilege of working with thousands of clients facing diverse challenges, customizing each session to provide them with the tools for lasting transformation through Hypnosis, EFT, NLP, and Guided Imagery.
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Rosemary Churns
CHt
Los Angeles, CA
Anxiety ReliefGrief / LossPain ManagementPerformance Anxiety+6 more
Rosemary Churns is dedicated to gently guiding and inspiring others to unlock their unique potential that lies within by harnessing the power of the subconscious mind. Through the use of hypnotherapy, negative emotions, limiting beliefs and unconscious patterns are released and replaced with new, positive and supportive behaviors that motivate and empower you to create the life you not only want but truly deserve.A Welcoming Note from Rosemary ChurnsI have traveled and lived around the world as a successful and sought after executive in the entertainment industry. My personal encounters with literally hundreds of people have led me to appreciate that our similarities are far greater than our differences. It is with understanding and compassion that I help you to tap into the powerful resource of your subconscious mind to transform your challenges into opportunities that motivate you to achieve your goals and create your dreams.I am devoted to inspiring and empowering you to cultivate and maintain mindfulness based lifestyle practices that support the body, mind and spirit. I work with the 88% of your mind that operates on the subconscious level while you manage the remaining 12% which is your conscious mind. Working together in this way we can resolve personal issues, replace unwanted attitudes and habits with new, positive and supportive ones, improve focus and direct and maximize your performance to promote your growth and success.With this approach you can achieve the effective and lasting positive results that you desire and in the process you will free your mind, heal your heart and live your dreams.I am holding your new vision for you!RosemaryRosemary Churns is a Certified Hypnotherapist and a Quantum Hypnotherapist with a worldwide practice. She is located in Los Angeles, California, USA and conducts online and phone appointments.
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Ali Sotoodeh
CHt
Los Angeles, CA
Anxiety ReliefGrief / LossPhobiasSleep Disorders+5 more
Ali Sotoodeh is an Honors Graduate from the Hypnosis Motivation Institute with the prestigious Director’s Award. Along with his certifications in Imagery, Pain Management, Past life Regression, Smoking Cessation and numerous others from HMI, he holds certifications in Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Success and Life Coach, and EFT from the International Board of Coaches and Practitioners. He is also a Master Reiki, Spiritual and Chakra Healer, and Motivational Speaker.Ali Sotoodeh graduated from UC Berkeley in 1991 with a BA in Architecture and then attended SCI-Arc for his Masters in Architecture. From 1996, Ali endeavored in many entrepreneurial roles including Founder and CEO of a .com; Furniture Manufacturing and Retail in Beverly Hills; a Technical Trader and Analyst; Author of “Mindful Trading Systems” book utilizing Elliott Wave Theory and combining it with theory of Mindfulness in the FOREX exchange markets; etc… until he could not ignore his calling anymore.Ali’s spiritual journey started with some of the greatest leaders in the realm of psychology and spirituality. Combining years of research, awakening, and enlightenment with practical scientific application, proven methods and tools to facilitate a new holistic approach to therapy and transformational learnings, Ali’s mission is to provide clients with a way to overcome limiting beliefs, traumas and addictions, so that they may become self-empowered. Leading, like a beacon of light, those ready to transform their lives, to realize their own true potential to bring back the magic, joy, love and the trust for life. In turn, they can be that beacon of light for others.He has been extended the honor to join Hypnosis Motivation Institute as an Associate Instructor in 2021.Ali is also working with several Dental Groups in the Los Angeles area as their in-house Hypnotherapist, helping clients with all dental fears and phobias, pain management, and recovery. Ali now has a thriving practice in Los Angeles where he is helping his clients transform their lives.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does hypnotherapy help you quit smoking?
Smoking is both a chemical addiction and a deeply ingrained habit. Hypnotherapy focuses on the habit side, working with the subconscious associations that make you reach for a cigarette in certain situations. It can also help reduce the perceived intensity of cravings by changing how your brain responds to triggers.
How many sessions does it take to quit smoking with hypnotherapy?
Some hypnotherapists offer a single intensive session (2 to 3 hours), while others recommend a series of 3 to 5 shorter sessions. The single-session approach works well for some people, but research suggests that follow-up sessions improve long-term success rates. Ask your practitioner which format they use and why.
What's the success rate for quitting smoking with hypnotherapy?
Success rates vary widely depending on the study and how success is measured. A meta-analysis in the Journal of Applied Psychology found hypnotherapy was more effective than unassisted quitting, and some studies show quit rates between 20% and 45% at six months. It's not a guaranteed fix, but it compares favorably to many other approaches.
Can I use hypnotherapy alongside nicotine patches or medication?
Absolutely. Many people combine hypnotherapy with nicotine replacement therapy (patches, gum) or prescription medications like varenicline. Hypnotherapy handles the behavioral and psychological side of the addiction while NRT handles the chemical withdrawal. Your practitioner can work alongside your doctor's plan.