About Gary Smith — Hypnotherapist, Supervisor & Senior Lecturer
Founder of Best Mind Therapy. Practising in Swindon, serving Cirencester, the Cotswolds & Wiltshire — and online across the UK. Helping people move from feeling stuck to feeling in control.
My Journey — From Management to Therapy
For over three decades I worked in senior management across the retail and motor sectors — leading teams, developing people, and understanding what drives behaviour, motivation and change. Those years taught me how to listen, how to lead with empathy, and how to help people move past what holds them back. Those skills remain at the very core of how I practise today.
The turning point was personal. A family member struggled with anxiety, sensory challenges and phobias — and the traditional routes offered little real help. I immersed myself in learning, determined to find answers. What began as a mission to support one person grew into a calling: to help many more find clarity, confidence and calm.
Today I run Best Mind Therapy in Swindon, working with clients across Wiltshire, the Cotswolds and online UK-wide to overcome anxiety, trauma, phobias, OCD and the weight of past experiences. I also train the next generation of hypnotherapists as Senior Lecturer at Inspiraology (IHT), delivering the HPD Level 4 diploma in Swindon and South Wales.
Registered, Accredited & Insured
You deserve a therapist who is properly qualified, registered and bound by a professional code of ethics. Here are mine.
The Road to Best Mind Therapy
Senior Leadership — Retail & Motor Sectors
Three decades managing teams and developing people. Built deep expertise in communication, motivation, behaviour change and leadership — the human skills that now underpin every therapy session.
A Personal Search for Answers
When a family member faced anxiety, sensory challenges and phobias — and conventional help fell short — I trained in clinical hypnotherapy to find real, lasting solutions. What started for one person became a mission for many.
Best Mind Therapy — Swindon (SN25)
Opened the clinic in North Swindon with free on-site parking, a confidential space, and a commitment to Solution Focused Hypnotherapy — practical, evidence-based, and kind. Serving Cirencester, the Cotswolds and Wiltshire.
Senior Lecturer — Inspiraology (IHT)
Appointed Senior Lecturer delivering the HPD Level 4 diploma — shaping the next generation of hypnotherapists. Venues in Swindon (SN5) and Caerphilly (CF83). I teach presence, ethics and how to build a sustainable, caring practice — not just technique.
Clinical Practice, Supervision & Training
Three strands of work: helping clients directly through Best Mind Therapy; supervising qualified hypnotherapists (registered supervisor); and training new practitioners. All grounded in the same principle — compassionate, evidence-based, client-led care.
Areas of Specialist Experience
I don't try to be everything to everyone. These are the areas where my training and clinical experience run deepest.
Anxiety & Panic
Breaking cycles of overthinking, constant worry and physical anxiety symptoms — restoring calm from the inside out.
Trauma & PTSD
Trauma-informed, gentle work that helps your nervous system find safety again — without re-traumatising you.
Phobias & Fears
Specific phobias, emetophobia, flying, heights — rapid, compassionate approaches that clear what feels impossible.
OCD & Repetitive Patterns
Breaking loops of thought and behaviour — regaining mental space and freedom from what feels uncontrollable.
Confidence & Self-Belief
Replacing self-doubt with deep, lasting confidence — you deserve to feel capable, worthy and visible.
Children & Young People
Special experience with children and teens (I have three of my own) — anxiety, phobias and emotional regulation, with full safeguarding protocols.
Insomnia & Sleep
Retraining your mind and body for deep, restful sleep — ending the exhaustion of broken nights.
Therapist Supervision
Clinical supervision for qualified hypnotherapists and trainees — grounded, reflective, and meeting all professional body requirements.
My Philosophy — You Already Have What It Takes
Hypnotherapy isn't about me "fixing" you. It's about helping you access the strength, clarity and resilience that's already within you — but that's been buried under stress, fear or old habits.
I chose Solution Focused Hypnotherapy because it respects your story without getting stuck in it. We acknowledge what's brought you here — then we turn our attention to where you want to go. With relaxation, visualisation and evidence-based techniques, we work directly with your subconscious mind — the part that actually creates lasting change.
You remain in control throughout. Every session, every technique. You can speak, move, ask questions or end things at any time. That's not just reassurance — it's how safe, ethical therapy works.
Your first consultation is completely free — no obligation, no sales pressure. Just an honest conversation to see if we're the right fit.
Training, Supervision & Your First Step
Become a Hypnotherapist
Train with Gary as your senior lecturer — accredited HPD Level 4 diploma, 10 months, Swindon & South Wales venues.
Hypnotherapy Training →Clinical Supervision
For qualified hypnotherapists — 1:1 online, group, or face-to-face. Verified CPD hours for all major registers.
Supervision for Therapists →About Gary & The Practice
Ready to Begin Your Journey?
Your first consultation is completely free — let's talk about what you need and how I can help.
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