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Quit Smoking Support Group

Quit Smoking Support Group

A 4-session therapist-led group for anyone ready to quit smoking but struggling to stay consistent. This space helps you understand the emotional and behavioral roots of your addiction, build new habits, and find sustainable ways to stay smoke-free with support, not shame.

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Starts 9th December, 2025

4 Zoom sessions | Every Tuesday at 8:00 PM IST | 75 minutes

Confidential | Small group, 6-8 people

Group Type: Support Group

Includes 3 Free Peer Calls*

Led by a Psychologist

Rs. 3,000.00
Rs. 3,000.00
Starts 9th Dec Booked out
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Who is the Group for?

  • Ready to Quit (or Thinking About It)

    For people who want to stop smoking, whether you have set a quit date or are still exploring your readiness.

  • Those Who Have Tried Before

    If you have quit before but relapsed or struggled to stay consistent, this group helps you understand why and try again differently.

  • People Who Want Structure and Support

    Ideal for anyone who feels quitting alone has not worked and wants clear tools, accountability, and peer motivation.

  • Individuals Managing Stress or Emotional Triggers

    For those who smoke to cope with anxiety, boredom, or emotions and want healthier ways to manage them.

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Goal of the Group

• Understand how smoking affects your body, emotions, and habits.
• Identify personal triggers and craving patterns.
• Learn practical coping tools for withdrawal and stress.
• Replace the smoking cycle with healthier routines.
• Build awareness through mindfulness and self-monitoring.
• Strengthen motivation and commitment to quit.
• Learn urge management and relapse prevention techniques.
• Build accountability through peer connection and shared experiences.
• Develop a long-term plan for a smoke-free, healthier life.

Glimpse of the regime

Session 1: Awareness and Motivation

▸ Introductions, group expectations, and confidentiality
▸ Assessments: Tobacco use patterns and dependence level
▸ Education on health impact and psychological aspects of tobacco use
▸ Exploring ambivalence and enhancing motivation
▸ Introduction to mindfulness as a coping tool

Session 2: Preparation and Planning

▸ Review of self-monitoring and personal insights
▸ Identification of triggers and craving patterns
▸ Training in cognitive and behavioral coping strategies
▸ Setting a quit date and finalizing a personalized quit plan
▸ Strengthening commitment through values and visualization exercises

Session 3: Action and Implementation

▸ Review of quit status and withdrawal experiences
▸ Strategies for managing withdrawal symptoms
▸ Introduction to acceptance-based approaches (e.g., urge surfing)
▸ Role-playing for high-risk situations and refusal skills
▸ Building and activating support systems

Session 4: Maintenance and Relapse Prevention

▸ Review of progress and ongoing challenges
▸ Education on relapse process and early warning signs
▸ Development of a relapse prevention and coping plan
▸ Emphasis on lifestyle balance and stress management
▸ Planning for long-term goals and support resources

Meet your Facilitator

Sharad Kasera

• Years of Experience: 8+ years
• Groups Facilitated at SoulUp: 2
• Relevant Expertise: Tobacco Cessation, Substance Use Disorders, Behavioral Addiction (Technology, Gaming, Pornography), Relapse Prevention, Suicide Prevention, Psychoeducation

Sharad Kasera is an RCI-registered Rehabilitation Counsellor with extensive experience in treating substance and behavioral addictions. He has supported more than 1,000 individuals on their recovery journeys through a mix of clinical work, community de-addiction programs and psycho-social rehabilitation. His therapeutic approach is integrative, bringing together CBT, DBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing and mindfulness, tailored thoughtfully to Indian cultural contexts. At NIMHANS, Bangalore, he completed both the Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Promotion program, as well as a Tobacco Cessation Program that strengthened his expertise in helping people quit smoking using evidence-based strategies and relapse prevention frameworks.

Sharad has worked closely with individuals struggling with nicotine dependence and other forms of substance misuse and behavioral addictions. He has previously facilitated smoking cessation groups and continues to refine the content to make it more practical, actionable and relatable for clients. What makes this work meaningful to him is witnessing real change in people’s lives and seeing families reclaim relationships with loved ones who once struggled with addiction. In SoulUp’s Quit Smoking Support Group, he offers a supportive, stigma-free space for people to overcome cravings, rebuild self-control and regain a healthier, more empowered life.

Interested in multiple groups? Access at 60% off

What you get:

  • Unlimited Support Groups – Join any eligible group throughout the year at no extra cost.
  • Exclusive Weekly Series – Join our weekly Women/Men Unfiltered sessions on relationships, career, identity, and mental health.
  • 24 Free Peer Calls – Connect one-on-one with other members for support and shared experiences.
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FAQs

What are SoulUp Groups?

At SoulUp, you'll meet people who get what you're going through and might be living some of the same realities. People looking for extraordinary conversations, just like you.

✔️ Small group, 6-8 people

✔️ Every meeting led by a world-class facilitator

✔️ Weekly 75-minute online video sessions

How is confidentiality maintained in Groups?

Confidentiality in Support Groups is maintained using secure meeting links and enabling waiting rooms to control participant access. Participants are bound by mutual confidentiality clause within the group. and sessions are not recorded without explicit consent.

Are Group sessions done on video?

Yes, all group sessions are conducted on video via Zoom.

While participants are allowed to use pseudonyms - they need to be on video to make the most of the session.

What is SoulUp's refund policy on Groups?

1. After you have registered for the group and you'd like to opt out:
- Full refund if you cancel 30 days before the group start date.
- 50% refund if you cancel 16-30 days before the group start date.
- No refund if you cancel 0-15 days before the group start date.

2. If SoulUp cancels a group, we will refund the entire signup fee.

3. If SoulUp reschedules a group by more than 2 weeks, we will inform you and give you an option to opt out and get a full refund.

4. SoulUp reserves the right to remove participants from a group if found unsuitable to the group. In such cases participants are given the option of claiming the pro-rata amount left as a refund or using it for another service on SoulUp.

Can I use multiple discounts while signing up for a group?

You can use only 1 type discount while signing up for a group. Cash backs cannot be coupled with discounts either.

* Are FREE Peer calls available to everyone who signs-up for this group?

You can book 3 Peer calls for FREE as part of signing up for this group.

Please note: This is only available to first-time participants of a SoulUp group (those trying a SoulUp group for the first time).

How long has SoulUp been around?

SoulUp was founded in 2022 by Punita Mittal and Mahak Maheshwari - a team of IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay with more than 20 years of combined healthcare experience. SoulUp is redefining mental health through groups that are not only effective but also fun, social, and challenging.

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More about Support Groups & Therapy Groups:

1. What is an online therapy or support group?

Online therapy groups or support groups are structured, therapist-led sessions where participants gather virtually to discuss and work on specific mental health or personal growth topics.

These groups offer a supportive environment and help members learn coping strategies and relevant techniques from the therapist. Participants offer each other encouragement, share advice, and provide emotional support, helping one another feel less isolated.

2. What benefits can I expect from joining an online therapy group or support group?

Participants in online therapy groups often experience improved mental health, a greater sense of connection, and enhanced coping skills. Group therapy provides structured guidance from a therapist, which can lead to valuable insights and personal growth.

3. How does online group therapy compare to one-on-one therapy?

One-on-one therapy is personalized, focusing solely on your needs, which can be ideal for in-depth, private work with a therapist.

Online group therapy, however, offers a sense of community and shared experience. In addition to learning from the therapist, members get to connect with others facing similar challenges. Group settings provide diverse perspectives and reduce isolation, which participants find valuable.

4. Are online groups effective?

Yes, studies show that online groups can be as effective as in-person groups. The online format provides convenience and accessibility while offering the same structured therapeutic benefits, especially for those who prefer the comfort of their home environment.

5. Will I have to share my personal journey in the group?

Sharing is encouraged but never forced. Participants are free to share only what they feel comfortable with, and many find that opening up gradually is natural and helpful for their own growth.

6. How do online therapy groups or support groups handle difficult emotions that arise?

The therapist leading the group is trained to manage challenging emotions. They provide tools and strategies for coping, helping participants process feelings safely.

7. Can I attend online therapy groups if I’m already in individual therapy?

Yes, many people find that group therapy superbly complements individual therapy, providing additional insights and social support, thus accelerating their healing. Also, users often join group therapy for a topic that they are not focusing on in their individual therapy sessions. Often, therapists themselves recommend their clients to group therapy for a specific area of their life.

8. How do I know if a support group is right for me?

If you’re looking for shared experiences and emotional support rather than structured therapeutic guidance, a support group may be ideal. Otherwise, consider a therapy group for a more structured approach.

You can also join more than one group if you feel it will benefit you, especially if each group focuses on a different aspect of your mental health journey.