Addictions A to Z

Straight, practical guides to the habits and addictions people ask me about most. Each one explains what to look out for, where to get help, and where hypnotherapy can play a part.

Habits and cravings

These are the areas I work with directly, one to one. Hypnotherapy helps change how you respond when the urge hits, alongside your own effort.

• Smoking and vaping. Breaking the routine that keeps you lighting up
• Sugar cravings. Taking back control from the afternoon biscuit tin
• Video games. When play starts to push out sleep, work and people
• Social media and scrolling. Getting your attention back from your phone
• Shopping and spending. When buying becomes a way to change how you feel
• Getting over an ex. When the pull hasn’t eased months or years later

When you need medical care first

These need proper medical or specialist support. Each guide tells you where to find free, confidential help in the UK, and how hypnotherapy can sit alongside that care.

• Alcohol. Signs of dependence, and why stopping suddenly can be dangerous
• Cocaine. The risks, the comedowns and where to get help
• Gambling. Chasing losses, debt and the 24 hour helpline
• Sex or porn. When it feels out of control
• Cosmetic surgery. When no procedure ever feels like enough

Hypnotherapy is not a replacement for medical care. If you’re worried about your health, please speak to your GP.