New data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics shows that some parts of the Illawarra have smoking rates of 17.4 per cent – nearly double the national average of 10.5 per cent. Port Kembla, Warrawong, Warilla – these are our suburbs. Our neighbours. And while the national conversation celebrates smoking falling to a historic low of 5.6 per cent daily, the Illawarra is still fighting harder than most.
I’m Michael Haber, and I run Quit Smoking 4Good from my clinic in East Corrimal. I’ve spent over 15 years helping people across the Illawarra region – from Helensburgh to Kiama and everywhere in between – quit smoking and vaping using advanced clinical hypnotherapy and NLP. If you’re somewhere in the Illawarra and you’re ready to become a non-smoker, you’re in the right place.
Who I help across the Illawarra
My clinic is at Suite 2/27 Station Street, East Corrimal, NSW 2518. That puts me within easy reach of the entire Illawarra:
- Wollongong CBD and surrounds – 10 minutes by car
- Corrimal, Tarrawanna, Balgownie, Fairy Meadow – under 10 minutes
- Woonona, Bulli, Thirroul, Austinmer – 10–15 minutes
- Port Kembla, Warrawong, Warilla – 15 minutes
- Shellharbour, Albion Park, Oak Flats – 20 minutes
- Kiama, Gerringong, Berry – 30–40 minutes
- Helensburgh, Stanwell Park, northern Illawarra – 25–30 minutes
For a single session that can change your life, the drive is worth it. I’ve had clients travel from as far as Sydney and Nowra for their appointment, because the session is a one-time visit with lifetime support afterwards.
Why the Illawarra needs specialist quit smoking support
The Illawarra isn’t Sydney. We have a different demographic, different pressures, and different health challenges. The steelworks heritage, the trades workforce, the cost of living squeeze in a region where housing prices have risen but wages haven’t kept pace – these create a stress environment where smoking becomes a coping mechanism.
The Illawarra Mercury reported last month that nearly 20 per cent of adults in Port Kembla and Warrawong experience high or very high psychological distress. That’s not a coincidence when the smoking rate in those same suburbs sits at 17.4 per cent. Stress drives smoking. Smoking drives health costs. Health costs drive financial stress. The cycle feeds itself.
Breaking that cycle takes more than a patch on your arm. It takes someone who understands the subconscious patterns behind the habit, and who can help you reprogram them. That’s what I do. And I do it right here, for people from right here.
What makes Quit Smoking 4Good different
Advanced technique, not basic suggestion. I use a combination of advanced clinical hypnosis and Neuro-Linguistic Programming – not a generic script. Your session is built around your specific triggers, history, and emotional patterns.
One session, lifetime support. Most of my clients quit in a single session. But if you ever need to come back – next month, next year, in five years – you’re covered at no extra charge. I’m the only clinical hypnotherapist in the Illawarra offering this lifetime guarantee.
15+ years of clinical experience. I’m registered with 6 professional associations including the Australian Society of Clinical Hypnotherapists (ASCH), the Professional Clinical Hypnotherapists of Australia (PCHA), the Australian Hypnotherapy Association (AHA), and the International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association (IMDHA). I hold a health fund provider number (ASCH-1637), which means some private health funds may provide a partial rebate.
100+ five-star reviews. Don’t take my word for it. Read what real clients from across the Illawarra have said about their experience.
Vaping cessation for the Illawarra
I’m seeing a growing number of clients from across the Illawarra seeking help to quit vaping – not just cigarettes. With Australia’s vaping regulations tightening and disposable vapes now banned, many people are looking for a way to break free from nicotine entirely rather than switching between products. The same advanced clinical hypnotherapy techniques work for vaping cessation. Read more about quitting vaping with hypnotherapy.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to live in Wollongong to see you?
No. My clinic in East Corrimal is accessible from anywhere in the Illawarra, from Helensburgh to Kiama. Many clients drive 20–40 minutes for a single session. Some have travelled from Sydney and the Shoalhaven. The session is a one-time visit, so the travel is a small investment for a life-changing outcome.
Is there parking at the clinic?
Yes. Free street parking is available on Station Street in East Corrimal, directly outside the clinic. The location is easy to access from the Princes Motorway and the Illawarra railway line.
Can I claim the session on my health insurance?
Some private health funds offer partial rebates for clinical hypnotherapy under extras cover. I hold a health fund provider number (ASCH-1637). Contact your fund directly to check your coverage before your session.
How much does a session cost?
Visit our Investment page for current pricing. The session cost is typically recouped within 3–4 weeks of not buying cigarettes. For a detailed cost breakdown, read our guide on the cost of quit smoking hypnosis in Australia.
What are the smoking rates in the Illawarra?
Recent ABS data shows significant variation across the Illawarra. Areas including Port Kembla, Warrawong and Warilla have smoking rates around 17.4 per cent – well above the national daily smoking rate of 5.6 per cent. The highest vaping rates in the region are in Wollongong’s eastern suburbs at 6.7 per cent.
Take the first step from anywhere in the Illawarra
Wherever you are in the Illawarra – whether you’re in Wollongong, down in Shellharbour, up in Thirroul, or along the coast in Kiama – you’re one phone call away from becoming a non-smoker. One session. Lifetime support. A guarantee that nobody else in this region offers.
Call 0408 880 606. Or book online. Let’s make it happen.
➤ Serving the entire Illawarra: Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama and beyond. Call Michael on 0408 880 606 or book your quit smoking session online today.
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