Stop Smoking in Chicago
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Smoking Cessation Class, Chicago
If you’re in Chicago and ready to quit smoking, Smokenders is here to guide you. Since 1969, we’ve been helping individuals take control of their health and leave nicotine behind. Now, our innovative digital program makes it easier than ever to succeed—no matter where you live.
Empowering Chicagoans to Quit Smoking
From the Loop to Lincoln Park, Smokenders graduates can be found across Chicago. Our program has supported people in neighborhoods just like yours, providing them with the tools and confidence to quit smoking for good. You could be next to take this life-changing step.
Backed by Science
Smokenders’ method isn’t just effective—it’s backed by research from leading institutions, including:
- National Institute of Health: See how science supports our method.
- Harvard University: Explore nicotine addiction and solutions.
- Johns Hopkins University: Learn how our approach is changing lives.
When you choose Smokenders, you’re choosing a program validated by decades of success and scientific study.
Join the Smokenders Community in Chicago
Take the first step towards a smoke-free life today. Smokenders is proud to support Chicago residents with a proven method, a strong community, and the flexibility to quit smoking from anywhere. Let us help you start your journey to better health.

Developed by Smokers for Smokers
With a Very Different Approach
We will actually insist that you continue to smoke, as much as you like, while you learn how to quit.
To abruptly quit without knowing how, has a 97% chance of just being yet another failed cold-turkey attempt.
You don’t want to do this to yourself.
Step-By-Step
In a structured way, we will guide you, step-by-step along a proven path to quitting smoking, calmly and comfortably.
No other program teaches you in this very effective manner and our results reflect that difference!
Proven to Work
With more than a million graduates over 52 years, and with the highest efficacy rate in the industry,
SMOKENDERS has proven itself to be the most effective smoking cessation program of its type in the world!
Commit to Breaking the Habit Today…
Quit Smoking Without Pharmaceuticals With Smokenders
We Support You Every Step of the Way
Weekly Video Lessons
Each week, you will view 30-45 minutes of videos on your desktop, laptop, tablet or phone. Click "Enroll Today" below to learn more.
Daily Action Steps
You will be provided simple Action Steps to do each day to help break certain habits and to create new and healthier ones. The list of daily Action Steps take no more than 10 minutes daily to perform.
Support All of the Way
You will be enrolled in our private Facebook Group for interaction with other students and you will receive daily supportive emails tied to the course materials of that day of the course.
Expert Approved
“After smoking 2 packs per day for 25 years, I quit using Smokenders. As a professional who has spent his life studying and treating addictions, I remain impressed by the soundness and ingenuity of Smokenders”
Herbet Kieber, M.D.
Enjoying Freedom from Smoking
“I am looking forward to celebrating my 42nd birthday as an ex-smoker! I feel so free since I completed the Smokenders course”
J. Messina in Meridian, CT
A Graduate You May Recognize
“I am more proud of quitting smoking than almost anything else I have done!
Thank you Smokenders!”