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Stop Smoking Specialist Support
We all cope with challenges differently. For some, smoking becomes a way to manage difficult feelings or get through the day.
This pilot, funded by Cambridgeshire County Council, is delivered by a dedicated CPSL Mind team. Our goal is to help people quit smoking while maintaining good mental health, improving physical health, and achieving financial benefits.
How we help
- Behavioural support alongside effective medication options
- Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT)
- Free vapes and a 12-week supply through the government’s Swap to Stop scheme
- Prescription medications (if clinically suitable), such as Varenicline or Cytisine
- Peer Support groups (coming soon)
Individuals aged 18+ living in Cambridgeshire (excluding Peterborough) who meet any of the following:
- Already accessing CPSL Mind services
- CPSL Mind employees
- Individuals who have had a SMI (Severe Mental Illness) health check
This service is available by professional referral only.
Please speak to the CPSL Mind Trusted Professional who is already supporting you, or the health professional who carried out your SMI health check, and they can refer you directly.
Cut Down to Stop – Approximately 20 Weeks of Support
Best for you if:
- Stopping all at once feels overwhelming.
- You want to build confidence before stopping fully.
How it works:
- Gradually reduce the number of cigarettes you smoke each day/week.
- Replace some cigarettes with NRT or vaping (as part of the Swap to Stop scheme).
- Use coping strategies to manage cravings, with ongoing behavioural support during and after the reduction phase.
Ready to Quit – Approximately 12 Weeks of Support
Best for you if:
- You feel ready to make a clear break from smoking.
- You like having a clear goal to work towards.
How it works:
- Choose your quit date.
- Start NRT (Nicotine Replacement Therapy) or medication beforehand if you wish.
- Stop smoking on your chosen quit date.
- Receive ongoing behavioural support throughout your quit attempt and during follow-up sessions.
Support is available face-to-face, online, or by telephone — whichever works best for you.
Get in touch
You can get in touch with our team today to find out more about the support we offer to those who may be struggling with their mental health and quitting smoking.
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