Darla M., 01/23/2014 I have been a smoker for 26 years. I went to PA Hypnosis in Warrendale and worked with Dan Vitchoff. Dan and his staff are very caring people and want you to succeed. They work with you to achieve your goals, and yippie, I finally quit smoking.. They have hearts of giants and are absolutely amazing people. If you are looking to quit smoking or lose weight, I highly recommend Dan. He is truly a life saver. I am now working with Dan to lose weight and have lost 23 pounds so far. If you need help, PA Hypnosis is the one to call. read more

Everything !!!!! They can start by freshening up the place getting rid of the 1970 look of the carpet in the drapery... And then work on their people skills And actually try to help people with whatever problem they come in there with... And not what they want you to work on.... And not lie to people that you will actually hypnotize them when you know you're not qualified to do that.... Based on my experience with Dan save your money read more

Wow! I wish I would've read the other Reviews before I handed over my $1000 to this "Doctor" I really thought it would work! Went in there all positive and ready to go! He did talk to me for a little bit then put me in a room with headphones and a CD and then put glasses on me that flashed red. He spoke into the microphone to see if I could hear him and then left! I could sit at home with headphones and a CD!!! I was there for weight loss! He gave me a list of things to eat, ya know fruits veggies salads...I think I already knew that! And then told me to buy protein drinks to have for breakfast. Nothing this man says should be believed! And a 98% success rate??? Hard to believe! I was hoping so much that this would work. Do better!!! read more

Very dangerous place to go if you have a serious problem. Dan Vitchoff is NOT a licensed therapist or medical professional. Do not go to this place for anxiety, depression or any other mental health issue. After he gets your money he puts you in a room with pre-recorded CDs. Again, if he helps you run faster or play harder that's great. I have no idea why he hasn't been investigated by the AG or BBB. He even advertises as treating these illnesses. I don't know how he gets away with it. His place still has Christmas lights up and an old rusty van in the parking lot. Do your research before going here or anywhere before seeking treatment for mental illness. read more

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I went there about 3 years ago for anxiety. Here is the honest truth. Maybe hypnosis works for some and not for others, but it didn't work. And immediately after I gave the money I felt like I was beat. I hear the advertisements on the radio and if nothing else I will point out the obvious. The Olympic team he claims to help was one team I think it was archery, and it looks like it was 25 years ago. Maybe the team was just good and won he never said how he helped. I think the guy bringing them water would of helped more. Second it is never one on one I don't know if he thinks he is tricking you, but he puts earphones and glasses that flash on you while you sit in a ripped-up chair. One time the glasses didn't flash, and I told him, and he just said sometimes they don't use them. Then why did you put them on me? I think I did 8 sessions and then was supposed to have 2 in the future. I don't think he said 10 words in all 8 sessions. If you question anything (like the glasses not working) its quick defensive answers. I asked about the follow up sessions and he blew it off like he never said it. Trust me the minute you pay you will get that sick feeling in your stomach like you know you should not have. I went to all sessions hoping that I would be wrong and figured I'm not getting my money back anyway. Its been about two years but when I hear the commercial, I think I can't believe he is still in business. The place didn't even have outside lights when I went. Like I said maybe it don't work for everyone but to say it's one on one and he helped Olympic teams as in many is a stretch. You sit in the dark with some old walkman style headset on and he walks out of the room . read more

The reviewers who are claiming other reviews are "fake" are most likely friends and/or employees/former employees of Dan. Yelp has already removed several of those reviews after it was proven they were written by someone associated with the business. Look carefully at them and you'll be able to figure it out. I am not a fake reviewer. I am a college student who went to PA Hypnosis Center for food issues (extreme pickiness, texture issues, emotional eating). The first visit Dan was very attentive and nice. After that I barely saw him. My visits were sitting in a chair listening to a recording that was not customized for me. It sounded like Dan, but a younger version of him, so I think the recordings were pretty old even. I drove an hour each way for this "treatment." My parents were paying for my program and when I told my mom about it, she contacted Dan. We paid $1400 for what was supposed to be a custom one-on-one program. My mom had to threaten small claims court to get her money back. (And you can sue in small claims court on the basis that the services are misrepresented. His website says he's a member in good standing of the National Guild of Hypnotists. He is not. I have email to verify that. And he claims to be a licensed and board certified hypnotherapist, but there is no hypnotherapy board in PA. Fortunately I found a legitimate hypnotherapist that treated me in four one-on-one individualized sessions for 1/3 of what Dan was charging to listen to old CDs. I am attaching a few screenshots below so you can see this is not a fake review. I have others if you are really interested. ****** Another reviewer suggested that PA Hypnosis Center should be investigated by the Attorney General's office. I think that is a valid suggestion. I'm going to be filing a complaint. Here is the link to do so if you have also been scammed by Dan Vitchoff: https://www.attorneygeneral.gov/submit-a-complaint/consumer-complaint/ read more

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Mr Vitchof has been a vital in helping my son achieving his highest level of swimming. Prior to sessions my son had high anxiety pre race and post race would have extreme emotional lows. Mr Vitchof has also been instrumental in my daughters self confidence. It has helped her excel at waterpolo and socially. read more

For weight loss he asks you to drink these powdered milk shakes. Anyone can tell you that. It's not his role. Make sure you ask about his guarantee. Because there isn't one. Total fraud. I can assure you any positive reviews in here are plants. read more

The center is helping make a difference in my son's. They are doing more for him in 12 short weeks Then the medical community has done in the last year and a half. Dan and his team are amazing giving my Son confidence to overcome his Gastro issue. We noticed a huge improvement after one visit. Going in with an open mind yet some skepticism I firmly believe this is a treatment everyone should try. Especially if you've tried everything else and have not found the results you are looking for hypnosis may be for you. read more

***UPDATE: HE IS NOT A LICENSED THERAPIST OR MEDICAL DOCTOR, HE CANNOT DIAGNOSE AND/OR TREAT ANXIETY OR ANY DISORDER*** Dan claims he is board certified- but there is no board of hypnotherapy in the state of Pennsylvania. He does not customize programs, just puts you in a room with glasses and puts a pre-made CD on. These are not one on one sessions. You cannot pay to remove these reviews like you do on google - hence the 5 star rating on google and they 2 star rating here. He is nothing but an unethical con artist who is not concerned with the health and welfare of his clients (they aren't patients - he is not a medical professional). He only cares regarding the money. read more

Awesome results! I've worked with Dr. Dan for over 15 years on various "barriers" with success every time. Starting in 2008, I've sought his expertise for various types of anxiety in specific areas of my life, as well as, depression. He has been extremely thoughtful in his approach to treating me each time. Additionally, I greatly appreciate his holistic approach outside of the therapy room. He promotes an overall healthy lifestyle to break bad habits and create new healthy habits. I will continue to seek his treatment for years to come!! read more

I have crippling anxiety and was told this would help me so much. I did 4 sessions which consists of sitting in a dirty chair, with light glasses on listening to cd's that were so general and seemed to try to touch on every issue they treat. My third one was completely about diet. My fourth one was the same as the first one they played. I felt no relief at all in fact my anxiety is worse than ever to the point I can hardly talk. I am a poor single mom and spent $600 for 4 sessions, got behind on my bills because I was desperate to improve my life by helping my anxiety. Disappointed is an understatement. read more

I came across Dan in my recently passed mothers medical notes. She was also a hypnotherapist. March of 2023 was about to be the end of me. Between the drinking , drugs, alcohol, poor diet , I was barely hanging on physically , mentally, emotionally. I was willing to try anything. I called the number. The receptionist Ashley was very empathetic with my problem and new the urgency. She scheduled me the next day for an intake. When I walked in, I was greeted warmly by Ashley and led me to a room to relax and read up on the reviews so many people wrote about Dan and his practice. At this point I'm filled with so many emotions and in walks Dan. He saw me tearing up a little and sat down , and said " Cody , there's nothing wrong with buddy. Just a few crossed signals that we can fix together. Ok ? Let's get started." Naturally I'm crying pretty good and after the intake he asked if I'd like to start my first session right then. After that first hour, I felt like the person I've Missed through 20 years of addiction. Yes. That quick folks. Within a month I was off the drugs. Clean now over 2 months. We are tackling the smoking in a week, on to the drinking and with effort from me to want to change and from his method of Hypnosis, there is no doubt in my mind that Life will be all it could have been for so Long. Dan is life coach. He's a hypnotherapist and he's a good man. Help him to help you. It works folks. But you have to do your part. Period. I wouldn't have made it to June and my 3rd Anniversary without Dan and Ashley. Great team. I thank you. I'm indebted to you. And my partner Joe and Dog Cassius thank you. They got their dad back! read more

Literally a joke. A total Scam. Don't waste your money and time to hear a prerecorded message on dirty headphones in a dirty chair in a dirty office. If you want a refund expect to have to still pay $488 for one bogus session. read more

PEOPLE BEWARE!!!!!! My husband went here for weight loss. After he took our $1200, we were handed a diet plan. I told Dan we didn't come to him for a diet, we wanted my husband to loose the desire for the cake, cookies, chips, etc. that he talks about on KDKA radio. He pushes the Atkins Bars and Protein Shakes. He has you sign a "No Refund" paper after he gets your money. His sessions consist of sitting in a recliner with headphones and lisening to generic tapes with little or no contact with Dan. This is a SCAM and don't waste your money. Not only did we loose $1200 but we traveled 100 miles each time with turnpike fees and wasted alot of gasoline to go to twelve sessions. We are seeking legal service to get our money back. We are in our late 70's and on Social Security as our means of income and he is taking advantage of people like us. read more

Dan and Ashley are both wonderful! Very nice, calming! The whole atmosphere is so calming!! They make your visits all about you! Go! It's soooo with it!!!! read more

This place is an absolute scam! Had my "free consult" back in October and paid $300 of the $600 requested even though $400 was initially quoted. I called back a few days later and requested a refund after reading a lot of other not so good reviews and was told that it wasn't an issue and they'd get a check out to me. Here we are March 1st and I just now received a check in the mail for $100 of the $300 and the woman answering the phone has explained multiple times that my "free consult" was not free and there's nothing I can do about it other than get the police and my banks fraud department involved. Biggest scam I've encountered in my entire life! BUYER BEWARE!!! read more

This place is just like Fake News! Don't wast your money and time to hear a prerecorded message, there is NO one on one contact! Now claims a 98% sucess record, but he won't tell you how he gets to that mark. I spent almost 800.00 there, got ZERO results. Plus traveled over 600 miles, turnpike tolls to boot, I am out like an easy $1,000 bucks. read more

Was a long time smoker of 49 years. Tried many many times to quit but could not do it. I did quit 14 months ago because of PA Hypnosis Center. They made me quit for GOOD!!!! read more

Do not waste your money, this place is a scam. I felt like this from my first session but was hopeful i was wrong. I wasn't. I firmly voiced my concerns and was responded to that i need an anxiety appointment and he would let me listen to a CD free of charge. I'm pretty sure anyone spending $600 plus dollars would have acted a lot more irrational than i did. Well needless to say i never got that session. What a joke. He also pushes Atkins bars and protein shakes on you like it's going to solve your problems. Constantly brings up when he went to the olympics with some team which was 20 years ago. And don't worry if for some reason he doesn't mention it( which i would be shocked if he didn't) there are copies of the same picture and article plastered everywhere. Obviously he never got invited back. Now for the supposed treatment.. There is no personalized treatment plan. You are put in a room with a CD. I had to constantly remind him, i was there for weight loss and to quit smoking. My 6th session( my last one that i paid for) they finally put the smoking cd in. I was assured they would give me as many sessions as it took. They sent me home with a cd( granted you can hear the patient at the time coughing in it), told me to come back in a month. 1 session and even if this business was legit, 1 session isn't going to work. Needless to say i went from a part time smoker to now a full time. I honestly don't know how this guy and his staff lives with themselves. I guess money brings the worst out in people. While i believe hypnosis can work, this guy is not your answer. I wish there was an option for no stars. STAY AWAY! read more

This business is a sham. He cleared my hsa account immediatedly and told me I could set up payments for the extra fees he would be charging! This at the consultation! States that he has a no refund policy that will not refund my card - but doesnt give you an option if you actually want the service before he railroads you and youve paid. The only way you find out about the refund policy is if you turn him in and he sends them a generic unsigned paper and states its on his wall. He did nothing but sit me in the room for 45 minutes and for 10 , as others have stated he put headphones on me. He doesnt answer phone calls, emails or letters sent on the issue until he is turned in and then, to no avail. STAY AWAY!!! I am out almost 400.00 !! read more

Do not waste your money. These are pre-recorded sessions - you're better off downloading podcasts for much, much cheaper (and it'll be more effective). This was my experience: Dan will call you back ASAP because his business thrives on new customers, not repeat ones. He'll have you come in for a free consultation. I waited over 20 minutes before he came in to the room. During that time, I was given a white binder of "testimonials". Although I was in the office for almost an hour, he spent about 10 minutes with me giving me the sales pitch. I decided to give it a shot and went to my first session later that week. No joke - I basically sat in a recliner for an hour with headsets. Dan came in at the very beginning and spoke into a microphone and then left. The remaining time was spent listening to relaxing music and his voice over a CD. I basically took a nice nap for $100+. During his sales pitch, he said that this would be individualized - absolutely not true. He is running a hypnosis chop shop so it's all about volume, not quality. I should've done my homework - look this business up on BBB. Update on 5/22: I stand by comments. I have nothing to lose by stating my truth. My money is gone so nothing more to lose anyway. If you want a personal approach to hypnotherapy - try Joseph Onesta. He's excellent. read more

I stoped smoking 2006 with pa hypnosis center and have not smoked in 12 years i han no cravings at all and working on my weight loss I have lost over 10 pounds through Halloween I had no cravings for candy I would recommend pa hypnosis to anyone Dan is a really kind person and makes people feel comfortable read more

After many options were unsuccessful, I found PA Hypnosis Center! Thank you Dan!! I highly recommend you without reservation!

I went here several years ago... I can't believe he is still in business.. My appointment may have been accidentally double booked, but he kept leaving the room and coming back in during my whole session. Nothing was accomplished at all. I did not feel that my money would be well spent here, it was such a waste of time . I lived in Oakdale at the time with two small kids so it was very hard for me to get large chunks of time for myself. I did not go back. I just happened to stumble across this business while I was searching for something else online and thought I would read the reviews. I wanted to post my experience to help others as there was no way of reviewing things this long ago. read more

This has been a great experience. The staff is very professional and listens to my concerns. Dan asks allot of questions, which is helpful for preparing my personal sessions. I would recommend PA Hypnosis to anyone that feels that they need help with something. read more

I would give it zero stars if it was an option. This program is a joke. Went for stop smoking therapy. After the owner took down some of my personal information, for my "personal" therapy, I was thrown in a room with a headset on with a generic recorded message hat was supposed to may me stop wanting to smoke. It was ridiculous. I tried every avenue to get my money back, including the Attorney General, to no avail. Now my mission is to reach as many people as possible so they don't give their money to this fraud. I should have done my research before going there, he has a ton of complaints against him on the BBB. read more

Really disappointed in this place. Daniel Vitchoff spent less than 10 minutes with me each visit. Most of the time I listened to a CD. He told me when I signed up that the the treatment would be personalized for me. But it was all generalized. It could have been for anyone. He gave me a diet and some Adkins Bars. If I could follow a diet I would not need him. Feel scammed. read more

This place is scam. He put headphones on me and actually walked out of the room as if I wouldn't notice it was a recorder. Now looking back it's actually laughable. He is a fraud, save your money and go to real hypnotist! read more

If you have a lot of extra cash laying around you would like to give away call Pa Hypnosis center. Worst experience of my life. You walk in for your "free consultation" only to be wooed by Dan. You then hand over your money because of their "guarentee" which turns out to be a lie. I went for several sessions and kept trying to explain that I wasn't being hypnotized and didn't have any changes in my thinking or eating. You are put in a room with headphones and a recorded cassette to listen to. There is no "custom plan" that is promised its the same tapes you hear each time you go. After about 9 sessions I finally had enough and spoke with Dan who told me that I wasn't trying hard enough! SERIOUSLY? Biggest scam of my life. Do yourself a huge favor and save your money. I am quite sure the positive reviews found on the web can be traced back to Dan's office writing them. read more

This is a total scam. I wouldn't trust Dan with my worst enemy. He simply is not trustworthy and I would most certainly NOT recommend this business. I would give him NO stars. read more

I absolutely love my experience at the PA Hypnosis Center. I immediately started achieving my goals, I lost 14lbs so far eating only healthy foods and it's effortless. The staff is great, you will not be disappointed !!! read more

Thinking of buying the Living Social coupon? Don't! You have to present your coupon before your "free" evaluation. The catch is- the smallest package is 3 sessions. So, you purchase your coupon for $124 and now you are either stuck with it or you dish out another $275 to get the 3 session package. RIP OFF! I went ahead and bought the rest. NO RESULTS. He puts you in a room so you can listen to a CD and wear blinking sunglasses. It is not personalized, it is generic. The first one was 50 minutes, the next two were 20-25 minutes. There seems to be ppl that get results, but be ready to put out a whole lot of money to take that risk. Worst money I ever spent. read more

I am currently there for my no sleep issue. I went there as a last resort since I wasn't sleeping. (I sleep with the help of OTC sleeping pills and wanted to get off) I figured this wouldn't be cheap but I was so tired of not sleeping (the pills stopped working for me) I figured why not! I thought the DR and receptionist were friendly at most. I was sat in a room and waited for the Dr to come in. I was then brought into his office and he asked me why I was there and I told him I wasn't sleeping. He went on to ask me to give him one to two words for each person in my life. He said Mom, Dad, Sister and Boyfriend..i gave two descriptive words and he was like I will be back. I waited for 20 mins (sat in Tim McGraw's chair the doc made for him while on tour) interesting. He came back and started to tell me why I wasn't sleeping. I didn't understand the things he was saying so I was like okay I just want help. He told me that he recommended the 7 sessions plus 2 follow ups for 800 dollars. I said no and that can I do half that just to see if it works. He said of course and then told me to wait he would let me do my first session that day. I went to pay the 400 (still not happy but I was desperate) and sat in my first session. I thought he would be there the whole time but wasn't. I was given headphones to listen to waves, and calming sounds before he came in with my CD. He placed glasses on me (you can see lights flickering in them) and started to talk through the mic. He asked me two questions and I said yes to them and then I closed my eyes and heard him leave and I was thinking "this isn't going to work." Next thing I knew I was waking up and the tape was ending. Now I think because I was really tired to begin with I was out. The Dr came in and asked how it went. I said good I did sleep a bit. He said I was out for 45 mins. I was happy with that and booked my next appointment and left, The next week I went back for my second appointment. I was in the room right before the bathroom (same room as before) the receptionist came in and put the sound cd in and I listening to it for a bit then the Dr came in put the glasses on me and put the CD in and left. He didn't talk on the mic like last time. This was an evening appt the first one was during the day. The second tape was a different one but I still don't see how this was designed for me and my sleeping issues. I tried to concentrate but the boom boom from the dance studio next door was distracting. I wasn't able to drift off and 25 mins later the take was over. (I timed it when the Dr left) I sat there for a bit. Last time he came in and got me. This time he did not. I sat there for a minute and got pissed because I wanted to go home so I opened the door and walked out. The dr came around the corner and asked me how it went? I said it didn't go as well as last time and I was distracted by the boom boom of the bass from the dance studio being them. He smiled and said "Great!" The receptionist said she would move me to another room next time. I have my third session tonight but cancelled. I don't think this stuff works. I was able to find calming, relaxing tapes (he sells at the office) FREE on youtube and those have been helping me sleep and they are free. I am sad I wasted 400 dollar of my money and time. I should have read reviews before I went. read more

I had so hoped this program would work for me, but it did not. Should have done my research before paying so much for a no money back program that didn't work. read more

Daniel Vitchoff and his staff perform an outstanding service for anyone looking to enhance his or her life. In my case, after an accident 2 years ago, I had gained more than 30 pounds that I could NOT begin to lose. After 4 sessions, I have lost 15 pounds and several inches; more importantly, I feel much better--more energy, better concentration, fewer issues of low self-image. I make far better food choices on a regular basis without even thinking about it, and I feel certain I will meet my eventual goal of losing 50 pounds. The programs are worth every penny! read more

PA Hypnosis Center was a great help to me.... My Fiance purchased this for me as a birthday present. I wanted to loose weight and struggled on my own quite a few times. Dan knows how to retrain your brain... and it works! read more

I have never felt more mislead about anything. I feel this service is full of miss guided expectations.If you are expecting to be hypnotized for your reason for going there either smoking ,weight loss, etc you will be greatly disappointed.I feel its nothing but smoke and mirrors. read more

I started losing weight after my very first session. I lost 20 pounds in 2 months and I'm very happy with my results. I didn't have any problem scheduling appointments and was always able to get the day/time I wanted. Thanks. read more

The PA Hypnosis Center has gone above and beyond working with me to improve my pistol scores. My scores have increased about 5% since I have been working with them. read more