Support to Stop Smoking
Stopping smoking can involve nicotine withdrawal as well as familiar routines. Behavioural support can sit alongside treatment from a pharmacist, GP or stop-smoking service.
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Planning for a difficult moment
A craving after a meal may be linked to nicotine withdrawal, company or the usual routine. A stop-smoking adviser can discuss practical strategies and suitable products. Counselling may help if stress, grief or other difficulties are part of the pattern.
What sessions might explore
Depending on your situation, sessions may explore triggers, cravings, motivation, routines and relapse planning.
Choosing support
Ask about training in smoking cessation and whether the practitioner can work alongside your local stop-smoking service. Contact an NHS stop smoking service or pharmacist for practical treatment options.
Related support
You can also explore stress and anxiety. For further information, see NHS guide to UK stop-smoking services.
Clinically reviewed by Daniel Rosenberg, Senior Counsellor, ACCPH Member, General Hypnotherapy Register (GHR) Registrant on 5 November 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
What does support for smoking cessation involve?
It depends on your goals. Sessions may explore triggers, cravings, motivation, routines and relapse planning; a practitioner should explain their approach and agree priorities with you.
When can I ask for help to stop smoking?
You can seek help before a quit attempt, during it or after returning to smoking. A local stop-smoking service can help you choose a plan.
Can online counselling help with smoking cessation?
Online behavioural support may help with routines and motivation. Ask a qualified professional about nicotine dependence, suitable treatments and local services.
Can talking therapy replace stop-smoking treatment?
A trained stop-smoking service can offer behavioural support and discuss nicotine replacement or other suitable treatments. General counselling can complement that help. Ask a clinician or pharmacist about treatment choices, especially during pregnancy.
How do I choose a therapist for smoking cessation?
Ask about training in smoking cessation and whether the practitioner can work alongside your local stop-smoking service.
What if counselling is not enough?
Contact an NHS stop smoking service or pharmacist for practical treatment options. You can ask a therapist about referrals and support that may be more appropriate.
What should I do if I need urgent help?
If anyone is in immediate danger, call 999 or go to A&E. For urgent mental-health help in England, call NHS 111 and select the mental-health option. Elsewhere in the UK, contact your local NHS urgent mental-health service or GP out-of-hours service. Veyro cannot provide emergency care.