Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Alternative Wellness Center in Chicago
Founded in 1970, the Garrett Hypnosis & Wellness Center has established itself as Chicago's premier destination for alternative wellness solutions. With over five decades of dedicated service, we provide a comprehensive range of holistic therapies designed to address physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Our center is staffed by highly qualified practitioners specializing in hypnosis, acupuncture, massage therapy, Reiki, and other evidence-based alternative modalities. Larry Garrett, our founder and a certified hypnotist with the National Guild of Hypnotists, has pioneered innovative approaches to wellness that have benefited thousands of clients. We maintain rigorous standards of professionalism while fostering a welcoming environment where clients feel safe and supported.Our facility features 4,000 square feet of state-of-the-art treatment spaces, including private counseling rooms and a large meeting hall for educational workshops. We prioritize personalized care, with practitioners tailoring treatments to individual needs while maintaining strict confidentiality. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through our long-standing reputation and the numerous success stories from our clients. We actively collaborate with other alternative wellness providers to ensure comprehensive care for all our clients. This enduring legacy of quality service continues to make us Chicago's most trusted alternative wellness center.
Services
Hypnosis
Acupuncture
Massage Therapy
Reiki
Yoga Classes
Psychotherapy
Colon Therapy
EFT Tapping
Rolfing
Qigong
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of specialized expertise in alternative wellness therapies
- Our practitioners maintain advanced certifications in multiple holistic modalities
- We provide personalized treatment plans tailored to individual client needs
- Our state-of-the-art facility features 4,000 square feet of treatment space
- We maintain strict confidentiality and prioritize client comfort in all sessions
Associations and certifications
- National Guild of Hypnotists
What people say
Professional environment
Experienced practitioners
Effective treatments
Noticeable improvements
Supportive atmosphere
Services
Hypnosis
Our hypnosis services utilize evidence-based techniques to address habit control, emotional wellness, and behavioral change. Larry Garrett's specialized approach combines self-hypnosis training with emotional freedom techniques to create lasting positive change. Clients benefit from personalized sessions that target specific goals while maintaining strict confidentiality and professional standards.
Acupuncture
Our acupuncture treatments follow traditional Chinese medicine principles to address pain management and holistic wellness. Practitioners use sterile needles to stimulate specific points, promoting natural healing and energy flow. This service complements other alternative therapies available at our Chicago wellness center for comprehensive care.
Massage Therapy
We offer various massage modalities including Swedish, deep tissue, and prenatal techniques. Our licensed therapists address muscle tension, improve circulation, and promote relaxation. Sessions can be customized to target specific physical concerns while incorporating holistic wellness principles for overall well-being.
Reiki
Our Reiki practitioners use gentle hand placements to channel healing energy and restore balance. This non-invasive therapy promotes stress reduction, emotional healing, and spiritual well-being. Sessions are conducted in a calm environment to enhance the body's natural healing processes through energy flow regulation.
EFT Tapping
EFT Tapping combines acupressure with verbal affirmations to address emotional blockages. Our practitioners guide clients through this evidence-based technique for stress reduction and behavioral change. This service helps release negative emotions while promoting self-acceptance and improved mental wellness through targeted tapping sequences.
People
Larry Garrett
Founder and Hypnotherapist
Certified hypnotist with 50+ years experience, founder of Chicago's longest-running wellness center, developed specialized hypnosis techniques for behavioral change, and author of numerous articles on alternative wellness.
Sally Walsh
Office Manager
Office manager since 2000, responsible for client coordination and facility management, known for creating welcoming atmosphere and maintaining strict client confidentiality at the wellness center.
Questions
What alternative wellness services do you offer?
We provide hypnosis, acupuncture, massage therapy, Reiki, yoga, psychotherapy, colon therapy, EFT tapping, Rolfing, and Qigong in Chicago.
How experienced are your practitioners?
Our team includes certified professionals with decades of combined experience in alternative wellness therapies and specialized training in their respective fields.
Do you offer services for specific health conditions?
Yes, we specialize in helping clients with anxiety, chronic pain, addiction recovery, and emotional wellness through personalized alternative treatment plans.
Can I schedule appointments in multiple languages?
We offer services in English, Spanish, Russian, and Polish to accommodate diverse client needs.
What makes your hypnosis services unique?
Our founder Larry Garrett developed specialized techniques combining self-hypnosis with emotional freedom training for lasting behavioral change.
Do you provide wellness workshops or classes?
We host monthly consciousness discussion groups and offer self-improvement classes including EFT, self-hypnosis, and yoga in Chicago.
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Reviews (5)
John Weldt
Oct 22, 2021
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One session with Larry got me off a 2 pack a day smoking habit and that was in 1997. I've seen him many times; a couple times for issues and a few times because the sessions are unbelievably relaxing and a great way to get your mind centered. Wonderful guided meditation! He changed my life and attitude.
Stephanie Wheat
May 28, 2021
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Amazing man! My life has changed in all areas because of him. So easy to talk to and highly intuitive. I look forward to my next session hopefully being soon. I've only seen Larry 4 or 5 times but it doesn't take more than once or twice a year to focus on something and turn around and see it's happened. An absolute must see!
August James Comella
Jan 19, 2020
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Im jim comell was at. Larry's office 1983 for s celebration. And got his tapes which i used following his advice never smoked again. I smoked 1957 till 1983. I smoked 4 packs a day. I am now 76 thanks to Larry Garrett. I just googled to see if Larry was still working.
Sunrise Gardens
Sep 08, 2019
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Larry is a gifted HYPNOTIST.absolutely awesome way for to stop smoking cigarettes.and all other issue you may want to stop.
Diana C.
Jun 21, 2019
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I went to Larry for the first time 2 years ago because of some intrusive thoughts i was experiencing. I was very skeptical about this working. Larry is amazing! I have had a few sessions after that one in these past 2 years for different topics. Hes super nice. He makes you feel comfortable. Also helped me with having an easier birth!
