Addiction Services

At Integrative Healing Arts addictions such as smoking are successfully treated in a variety of ways, and most patients are referred to our Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner.

Karen Lam has studied and completed a post graduate module, specializing in Auriculotherapy (ear acupuncture) for addiction therapy from the Holder Research Institute. This method of treatment combined with body acupuncture, herbs and lifestyle changes can impact and help a person break free of addiction and lead to complete smoking cessation (stop smoking). Patients who are needle sensitive, laser treatment can be used as substitute.

The Stop Smoking treatment starts with a detailed consultation to determine what your habits and strengths are. Once determined, subsequent treatments are booked for acupuncture or laser, usually once or twice per week for a few weeks. This supportive program will help to balance mood swings, lessen cravings and the desire to smoke. Follow-up treatments may also be used to support and ensure success.

Suggestions for success :

• set a realistic goal/date for stop smoking
• get friends and family support
• start an exercise program
• book your acupuncture appointment today!