Overcome Addictive Habits Using Hypnotherapy
Understanding Addictive Behaviour
By the time someone reaches out for hypnotherapy to break an addictive habit they’ve usually hit a point where something has to change. Maybe they’ve recognised it themselves, or maybe someone close has said, “This isn’t working anymore.”
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Most people already know the habit’s not helping them. They wake up thinking, “Today I won’t do it,” but by the end of the day, they’ve slipped back into it… and then comes the guilt, frustration, and that inner voice saying, “Why can’t I just stop?”​
When I talk to clients, I often hear things like, “It helps me relax,” or “It helps me feel like I fit in.” But once we dig a little deeper, it usually turns out that the habit is doing something more - it’s helping them cope. It’s a way of easing emotional discomfort like stress, anxiety or depression - numbing the feelings.
A lot of the time, there’s a link to past trauma or PTSD, even if they haven’t put those pieces together yet.
And when we get to the heart of it, there’s often a fear sitting underneath it all: “What will life look like without this?” That question is so common - and it’s also where real change starts.
How hypnotherapy helps break addictive habits
Whether you’re ready to quit smoking, cut back on drinking, or let go of another addictive habit, hypnotherapy for addictive habits and dependencies can be a powerful tool for change.
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As a clinical hypnotherapist, I work with people who feel stuck in unhelpful patterns - helping them understand what’s really driving the behaviour and guiding them toward lasting change. At Miracle Minds, I offer a tailored treatment plan, usually over four to five sessions, to help you break free from the cycle.​
Together, we’ll work on:
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Interrupting cravings and urges that fuel the habit
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Strengthening your desire for healthier, more empowering behaviours
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Training your mind to filter out the noise - those thoughts and feelings that aren’t helpful
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Activating your relaxation response, so you feel calmer and more in control throughout the day
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Collaborating with your GP or other health professionals if your habit includes a chemical or physical dependency
Unlike talk therapy, hypnosis for addictive habits works at a deeper level than the voice in your head , helping your brain adopt more helpful emotional and behavioural responses. Over time, these become your new autopilot — leading to lasting improvement and a greater sense of control.
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At Miracle Minds, we can deliver hypnotherapy treatment in Canberra or from the comfort of your own home via our secure telehealth facility - whatever works best for you.
Frequently asked questions
