I was never physically addicted to alcohol, but I was physically addicted to nicotine. So speaking only for me, alcohol abuse and my physical addiction to cigarettes are two different animals needing two slightly different recovery approaches.
I first used Chantix to beat the physical addiction to cigarettes, and now to beat the psychological addiction, I use methods similar to those I use for alcohol. However, my psychological cravings for nicotine are much weaker and less frequent than my psychological cravings for alcohol.
I suggest a chat with your Dr. You can put down the smokes, but you may need help.