I had been having severe episodes of spiking blood pressure, blood pressure so high as to be in…read moredanger of stroke. Twice experiencing temporary blindness during the episodes. Medical professional care addressed the symptoms with very little success and many unpleasant side effects. Finally one doctor said it was due to stress and anxiety so medication was given for those symptoms, results, better, but still with breakthrough episodes and again many side effects. In desperation I sought out George Guarino . By the second visit I discontinued all medication, and have never had another spike again. . I am still, after a year on no medication at all, feel wonder, and have no more fear of the consequences of high blood pressure. Mr. Guarino is forthright, puts you at ease and has changed my life. I would highly recommend him.

I spent a lot of time researching good hypnotists in the Capital area and Hypnosis Works Well,…read moresurfaced repeatedly. When I met George, I was impressed with how professional, talented and compassionate he was; I immediately was put at ease. He listened to my sweet-tooth struggle and subsequent weight gain because of it. Honestly after my first session with George, desserts and nightly ice cream became a thing of the past. I don't crave or even think about them, they truly are a non-issue now! Why didn't I try hypnosis earlier?! It's been 2 months now and even more importantly than losing weight (hooray), is the feeling I am now in control of my eating options. I'm eating both healthy and smaller portions at meals, and drinking more water, all with the gentle suggestions of hypnosis. You get what you pay for, and I feel like I've struck gold. Thank you, George!

The secrecy level of this business is a bit unnerving. I…read morecalled one morning to make an appointment. After 8 rings, some guy who sounded like he had just woke up finally picked up. He was quite snippy, and refused to answer any of my questions - even though their website invites people to call them with any questions. He repeatedly tried to get me to set up an appointment for their "free consultation". When I asked about their fees, if they accept insurance, etc, this guy just kept robotically repeating "All-your-questions-will-be-answered-at-the-free-consultation". I finally told him that this whole thing sounds pretty hokey to me, and I hung up.

I have smoked for over 40 years!! I have tried Chantex, Welbutrin, the patch, gum, cold turkey and…read morelozenges. I have tried everything possible and have only made it a few hours before the urge to smoke overwhelmed the common sense to quit. I knew about Hypnosis, and I wanted to try, but I wanted to make sure I was going to the right place. After doing a lot of research, I found Albany Hypnosis Center and was bless to meet Deborah Nettles. The experience from the first Zoom meeting and everyone after has been truly amazing. Our first meeting was via Zoom and surprising, Deborah was able to hypnotize me via Zoom!!!!! I asked for our next meeting to be in person and I arrived at her office and was so pleasantly surprised on how tailored everything was to my history, my personal perception of smoking and how it affected my life and my daily activities. Deborah Hypnotized me and I have not smoke since. We had two more follow up sessions and since the original Zoom meeting was so successful, I wanted the second and third sessions to be via zoom (because I have a very busy work schedule, like so many other people). I am still smoke free and I have not struggled with any withdraw. The only thing that I have had to remind myself of is that I no longer smoke! I sometimes find, I reach for my purse out of old habits and quickly realize that I don't smoke and then the whole thought of smoking is somehow dismissed from my mind. I have been out in public and find the smell of smokers actually bothers me. To say I can't believe I am saying all this is an understatement. I have smoked for over 40 years and NEVER thought I could possibly stop and here I am today, smoke free, and so very proud of myself. I actually don't feel like I was ever a smoker and I just can't figure out how three sessions with Deborah changed my entire life. People that have known me for most of my life truly thought that after so many years, that there was no way I could ever quit. And yet here I am...smoke free and truly not even missing it! I am forever grateful to Deborah for her commitment to fine tune her professional craft in order to help people overcome the impossible.

Leslie's enthusiasm and passion for helping people break free from food prison is contagious! I…read moreparticipated in Leslie's group coaching program and found the content and coaching she provided to be extremely helpful! Leslie provided a nice combination of scientific background on the dynamics of overeating and food addiction as well as holistic tools like meditation and hypnosis. This program was simple to use and didn't require a lot of complicated steps. Leslie also focuses on self love and compassion as the keys to changing your relationship with food, rather than deprivation and self criticism like many other programs. Leslie helped us dig into our food stories and understand our associations with food from culture, family and early life experiences. As a result of Leslie's program I found myself responding to stress in healthier ways. Also, I was not eating on auto pilot out of habit thanks to the tools from her program. I highly recommend Leslie's program to anyone who wants to break their cycle of unhealthy eating habits, whether your goal is to lose a lot of weight, or simply have a stress free easy relationship with food and your body.

From the owner: Post-retirement--what do I do now?!…read more Hatred of current job and want out Have a side passion that would like to turn into a business or a source of supplemental or residual income Like your job but want to step up and be the bold leader you know you are and ask for that raise or take a stand for what's right in the workplace

I've worked with many hypnotherapists and very few are as skilled as George Guarino. He is…read morepleasant, extremely capable and an absolute master at what he does. I cannot recommend him highly enough.

From the owner: Albany Hypnosis - George Guarino, CH,CI has been in business since 2005 serving the Capital Region…read more I am passionate about providing my clients with the very best clinical hypnosis services available. To do this I continually upgrade my training so that I am ready to enable you to be rid of old habits, behaviors or pain, and to move toward what it is you really want in life, like more confidence, focus and freedom. I take only 15 sessions per week so I can personally focus on each client individually. I specialize in weight hypnosis, non-smoking hypnosis, fear release, stress management, test taking and study skills and sports performance enhancement. I am also well versed in PLR, finding lost objects and creating new beneficial habits so that my clients can have the freedom to get what they really want out of life, without fear or feeling stuck. Whatever your issue, please call and discuss how hypnosis can benefit your life. See if we can work together and free you or your loved one from old blocks that have been holding you back. The call is free and confidential. Even if you have spoken to other hypnosis providers I think you will find that my passion, commitment and higher education will give you the confidence to know you are in good hands when you decide to work with me. Call 518-256-6549

I've been visiting here for 3 1/2 years. Less the time from Covid lock downs…read more Cherie is always attentive and is a master at her craft. Whether I have Massage, Reiki, Thai Message, or yoga poses, I am always completely relaxed, refreshed and in "the zone" when we are done! I see her biweekly for my best health benefit. KF

I had thought of massage as a luxury, something to be experienced once in a blue moon, like on a…read morevacation. However, a bicycle accident led to three chipped vertebrae, that led to a short stint with chiropractic work, that led to two years of acupuncture. When my Acupuncturist MD explained how mylofacial release techniques could support the work we were doing, I allowed myself to rethink of massage as not as a luxury but as a support system. With the care given at A Peaceful Place I have doubled my recovery and well-being. This professional staff never pressured any sales or pitched additional purchases. I am now on an "as needed basis" with acupuncture and have massage once every two months or so. I look at this wellness center as a key part in my continued well-being, and I thank my lucky stars that events led me to their door.

I saw Dr. John Valentis in April 2025. My first session and…read morehypnosis. My second session was a few weeks thereafter. I just completed my third session July 2025. A total of six hours, three sessions and three hypnosis sessions. I have achieved more in these few months than I have in a lifetime. My life has literally been transformed. I am confident, successful, and have never been more at peace with who I am. His skills have helped me become the person I was always meant to be. As if by using a key, he opened a door to endless possibilities. I will be forever in his debt. He is kind, caring, humble and a wonderful human being. I could go on and on, in fact I could write a book, and he just might help me with that too!! Thank you Dr. John!​

From the owner: John Valentis, M.S.W., M.A., Ph.D., has been involved in the mental health field for over thirty…read moreyears as a clinical hypnotherapist, psychotherapist, couples counselor, seminar leader, author and media psychologist. A strong advocate of Positive Psychology and Clinical Hypnosis, John uses his skills and many years of experience in helping men and women work with their emotions to improve and resolve communication and intimacy issues and in eliminating people's fears and anxieties. He applies tools and methods to help people express more of their talents and creativity to improve their confidence and self-esteem and to instill more purpose, meaning and fulfillment in their lives. In addition to his practice, John was adjunct professor of behavioral science and communication at Southampton College and the College of Saint Rose and has led training and skill enhancement seminars for physicians and mental health practitioners. He was a regular presenter at the Learning Annex in New York and San Francisco, and continues to inspire people to be the very best they can be in their personal and professional lives.