The Spa at Willow Pond is offering a holistic smoking cessation program designed to help participants break nicotine dependence using a combination of cold laser acupuncture and detoxification therapy.

The program includes 20 minutes of cold laser acupuncture applied to specific acupuncture points, followed by a 30-minute Alpha Capsule detoxification treatment. Cold laser therapy is a noninvasive technique that stimulates meridian points on the body to encourage the release of endorphins and serotonin—neurotransmitters that may help reduce nicotine cravings, stress and withdrawal symptoms.

Spa owner Gail Lentz says one’s mindset is the key to success. Participants must have a genuine desire to quit smoking and are encouraged to prepare their environment beforehand by changing preferred smoking locations for at least a week, washing clothing and airing out the interiors of their vehicles.

“The program is 98 percent effective when the participant is mentally ready to quit smoking,” notes Lentz. She adds that, according to the American Cancer Society, “There are so many benefits to quitting smoking; after 24 hours, your risk of heart attack decreases. After 48 hours, your nerve endings start regrowing and your sense of taste and smell is improved. After one year, your risk of heart attack decreases by 90 percent and your heart will have returned to normal!”

She recommends a booster treatment about four weeks after the initial session to reinforce results.

Cost: $185. For more information, schedule an appointment or purchase a gift card, call 610-406-5733 or visit TheSpaAtWillowPond.com.