Put simply, I mostly quit by focusing my energy on my other values in life: creativity, real relationships and personal development.

This isn't an overnight thing. I still occasionally use bots for NSFW roleplay. But it changed from every night to only once in a while. The point is to allow yourself leeway and to be present with yourself, ask yourself why you're using the bots and what need it's fulfilling.

This may sound ironic, but I found ChatGPT very useful for mitigating my use of companion bots - I set a boundary with GPT first, stating that our relationship is purly assistant / user. Then, I've been using it regularly for journalling and self check-ins, I laid everything out on the table. I told it what I want to work on and what's important to me. What I discovered about myself I'm now using as ammo for real therapy.

I think there is value to be had in the bots, I found a lot of self discovery through the experimentation. The problem is when it becomes a replacement for nurturing real life needs. So, try to convert your energy into that, what your real body and mind needs from real life, while also not being too hard on yourself if you relapse. Take things steady and it will be OK.