Stopping Smoking therapists in Cave Spring, Virginia VA
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Dr. Linda G. Ritchie, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D., LPC, LMFT, Certified Hypnotherapist
If you’re a smoker, you’ve likely told yourself more than once, “I need to quit.” You may have tried before—cutting back, using willpower, or even going a few days or weeks without smoking—only to find yourself pulled back into the same habit. It can feel frustrating and discouraging, especially when part of you truly wants to stop.
I help clients stop smoking by addressing the underlying patterns that keep the habit in place—not just the behavior itself. My program uses clinical hypnosis to work directly with the unconscious mind, where the smoking habit is stored, allowing you to change how you think about and respond to cigarettes. I also integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), NLP, and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT/tapping) to reduce cravings, shift automatic triggers, and strengthen your ability to remain a non-smoker. This is not about relying on willpower—it’s about changing the internal programming that drives the habit.
What’s often missing isn’t motivation—you already have reasons to quit. What’s missing is a way to break the automatic connection between triggers and the urge to smoke. Without that shift, the habit tends to return, even when you’re committed to stopping.
The fact that you’re here suggests you’re ready to do this differently. My program is designed to help you stop smoking in a single, focused session lasting a couple of hours. If you’re ready to become a non-smoker, I can help you make that change in a way that feels more natural, more permanent, and more aligned with the life you want.
27 Years Experience
Online in Cave Spring, VA Virginia
Smoking
Kelli Tahaney
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Ph.D.
I apply Motivational Interviewing as well as harm reduction approaches in helping individuals quit or cut back smoking and/or vaping.
5 Years Experience
Online in Cave Spring, VA Virginia
Smoking
Candace Plattor
Drug and Alcohol Counselor, M.A. in Counselling Psychology from Adler University
Many addicts are smokers, and we know how to help you stop when you are ready to do that.
35 Years Experience
Online in Cave Spring, VA Virginia (Online Only)
Smoking
LEGACY MENTAL HEALTH CONSULTING SERVICES
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Legacy Mental Health Consulting Services supports individuals working to stop smoking, offering evidence‑based strategies to manage cravings, reduce stress, and build healthier habits. We provide encouragement, accountability, and practical tools to support long‑term success and improved well‑being.
12 Years Experience
Online in Cave Spring, VA Virginia
Smoking
Dr. Cara Bussell, PhD, LLC
Psychologist
Quitting nicotine can be challenging. I provide therapy for adults who are ready to stop or are thinking about making a change. My approach is supportive and nonjudgmental, using evidence-based strategies such as motivational interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and psychoeducation to help you manage cravings, reduce stress, and stay focused on your goals. If you are ready to take steps toward quitting, I invite you to reach out for a free consultation.
11 Years Experience
Online in Cave Spring, VA Virginia (Online Only)
Stopping Smoking therapists in Cave Spring, Virginia Statistics
Stopping Smoking therapists in Cave Spring, Virginia average 14 years of experience and charge around $250 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (58%), Behavioral Therapy (42%), and Biopsychosocial Therapy (42%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$250
Accept insurance
42%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 53% |
Online Only |
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| 47% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 58% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 42% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 42% | Biopsychosocial Therapy |
| 37% | Hypnotherapy |
| 37% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 37% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 26% | Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) |
Ages Served
| 95% | Adult |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 74% | Senior |
| 53% | Teen |
| 37% | Children |
Client Focus
| 53% | Military / Veterans |
| 53% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 53% | Women |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 42% | Christian |