It can eliminate most cravings, but not the habit. Generally the treatment reduces cravings from 20 plus to only 3-5 a day. The person's responsibility is to make it through those few cravings, which you will discuss in greater detail at the initial appointment Outline your treatment program - how many visits, how often, cost, etc. Ask if the person is ready to quit now and would like to set an appointment. Set a morning appointment when possible.
Acupuncture works best if the person is in detox.
Instruct the client to refrain from smoking upon awakening, or for at least five hours before the treatment. Ask someone who is available to you in the next few weeks to act as a sounding board and provide encouragement when needed. Affirmation - An affirmation is a positive statement repeated often to create desired changes in your life. Repeating the affirmation helps not only to remind you why you are no longer smoking but imprints a new image of health so that the body can then produce health. I make healthy choices in my life.