Clinical Supervision for Hypnotherapists UK | Online NCH/GHR CPD
Accredited Clinical Supervision — UK Wide

Clinical Supervision for Hypnotherapists — Online Across the UK

Supportive, ethical and growth-focused supervision with Gary Smith — registered supervisor with AfSFH, NCH, CNHC, NBH, NBfMP & GHR/GHSC standards. One-to-one online, group, and face-to-face in Swindon. Verified CPD hours for your annual renewal.

Newly qualified? Extra dedicated support for your transition into practice.

AfSFH Registered Supervisor NCH Recognised GHR / GHSC Standards CNHC Registered Verified CPD Hours 5.0 / 5 — 125 Reviews
35+
Years supervisory experience
100+
Therapists supervised & supported
1:1 / Group
Online & face-to-face formats
UK Wide
England, Wales, Scotland & NI
CPD
Verified hours logged & issued
What Is Clinical Supervision?

Why Every Hypnotherapist Needs Regular Supervision

Clinical supervision is the structured, confidential space where a hypnotherapist reflects on client work with an experienced, accredited supervisor. It is not remedial — it is professional development that protects both you and your clients. Every major UK hypnotherapy register — including the NCH, GHR, GHSC, AfSFH and CNHC — requires regular supervision as a condition of registration, and your hours count toward your annual CPD requirements.

Good supervision does more than tick a box. It deepens your clinical judgement, catches blind spots before they become problems, helps you manage ethical dilemmas with confidence, and supports your own wellbeing so you can keep showing up fully for your clients. Whether you are newly qualified and finding your feet, or an experienced therapist wanting to grow your practice, supervision is where good therapists become excellent ones.

Reflective Practice

Deepen your understanding of client patterns, interventions and outcomes. Build genuine clinical confidence through structured reflection on real cases.

Ethical Guidance

Navigate boundaries, dual relationships, confidentiality and professional body codes of conduct with an experienced supervisor at your side.

Practice Growth

Refine case management, build your business, and grow as a therapist. Supervision is where you develop the skills that build a thriving practice.

Accredited CPD Hours

Fully recognised hours meeting AfSFH, NCH, CNHC, NBH, NBfMP and GHR/GHSC requirements — verified and logged for your annual renewal.

How We Work Together

Flexible Supervision Formats to Suit You

Choose the format that fits your practice, your location and your learning style. All formats include confidential reflection, case discussion, ethical guidance and verified CPD hours.

One-to-One Online Supervision

Secure video call from anywhere in the UK — England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Flexible scheduling to fit your diary. Deeply personalised attention on your specific cases and development goals.

Best for: personalised growth, complex cases, newly qualified therapists

Small Group Supervision

Supportive peer-learning communities where shared experience strengthens everyone. Groups of 4–6 therapists, online or in person. Broader perspective, peer support, and lower cost per session.

Best for: peer support, shared learning, budget-conscious practitioners

Face-to-Face in Swindon

Prefer in-person? Meet at the Swindon practice (SN25 4YE) — easily accessible from Wiltshire, Cirencester, the Cotswolds, Bath and Bristol. A calm, professional space for focused supervision.

Best for: local therapists, those who prefer in-person connection

Frequency
Monthly, fortnightly, or ad-hoc — fully tailored to your requirements and register's minimums
Session Length
Typically 60 minutes (1:1) or 90–120 minutes (group)
For Whom
Qualified & trainee hypnotherapists — Solution Focused and all therapeutic approaches welcome
Recognition
AfSFH, NCH, CNHC, NBH, NBfMP registered supervisor — meets GHR & GHSC professional standards
Includes
Confidential reflection, case discussion, ethical guidance, practice development & wellbeing support
CPD
Verified hours logged & certificate issued for your annual registration renewal
Recognised by Every Major Register

Supervision That Counts for Your Registration

Your supervision hours are recognised across the full UK hypnotherapy profession. Whatever register you hold — or are joining — these hours meet your requirements.

AfSFH Assoc. of Solution Focused Hypnotherapy NCH National Council for Hypnotherapy GHR General Hypnotherapy Register GHSC General Hypnotherapy Standards Council CNHC Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council NBH National Board for Hypnotherapy NBfMP National Board for Modern Psychotherapy UKCHO standards aligned
Transparent Fees

Supervision Pricing & Plans

Clear, honest pricing with no hidden extras. Block bookings available.

Group Supervision

£40
per 90-minute group session
  • 4–6 therapists per group
  • Peer learning & shared experience
  • Broader case perspective
  • Verified CPD hours
  • Online or in-person (Swindon)
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Newly Qualified Support

From £360
extra dedicated support package
  • Extra support transitioning to practice
  • Between-session email check-ins
  • Business & practice setup guidance
  • First 6 months of practice covered
  • Build confidence & client base
Ask About NQ Support

Block booking and ad-hoc / PAYG sessions available on request. Email Gary@bestmindtherapy.co.uk for a tailored quote.

Your First Session

What Happens in a Supervision Session?

Your first session is a relaxed getting-to-know-you. We'll discuss your practice, your client base, your professional goals, and any specific cases or dilemmas you'd like to bring. There is no pass or fail — supervision is a collaborative, judgement-free space. You set the agenda. I bring structure, experience and a genuine commitment to helping you grow.

Ongoing sessions follow your needs: you bring client cases (fully anonymised), ethical questions, practice challenges, or areas you want to develop. We reflect, explore options, and agree actions. At the end of each session you receive a verified CPD record for your renewal. Many therapists tell me supervision is the most valuable part of their professional development — not the chore they expected.

Your Supervisor

Meet Gary Smith — Your Supervisor

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Gary Smith — DCH-Sup, DSFH, HPD (NCH)

Senior Clinical Supervisor · Practising Hypnotherapist · Accredited Trainer

Gary is a practising clinical hypnotherapist and psychotherapist (Best Mind Therapy, Swindon), senior lecturer for Inspiraology Hypnotherapy Training, and an accredited clinical supervisor with years of frontline experience. Registered with AfSFH, NCH, CNHC, NBH and NBfMP — and aligned with GHR/GHSC standards. He supervises Solution Focused therapists and practitioners from all approaches, with a particular specialism in supporting newly qualified therapists through their first years in practice.

DCH-SupDSFHHPD (NCH)Level 5MNCH (Reg.)CNHC Reg.

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Common Questions

Supervision FAQs

Yes — every major UK hypnotherapy register (NCH, GHR, GHSC, AfSFH, CNHC, NBH) requires regular professional supervision as a condition of ongoing registration. It is also considered best practice and is strongly recommended for client safety and your own professional development. Your hours count toward CPD.
Most registers expect a minimum of monthly supervision, or a set number of hours per year proportional to your client hours. Many therapists choose fortnightly or monthly 1:1 sessions, with group supervision as a supplement. We'll agree a frequency that meets your register's requirements and fits your practice — monthly, fortnightly or ad-hoc.
Rates vary by format: 1:1 online supervision is the most personalised option; group supervision is more economical and offers peer learning. Block bookings and newly-qualified support packages are available. Contact Gary for current rates — there are no hidden extras, and every session includes your verified CPD record.
Yes. Online supervision via secure video call is fully recognised by the NCH, GHR, GHSC, AfSFH, CNHC, NBH and NBfMP — especially since 2020, remote supervision has become standard practice. Your hours are verified and logged, and you receive a CPD record for each session to submit with your annual renewal.
The transition from training to independent practice is where many therapists struggle most. I offer a dedicated newly-qualified support package with extra supervision, between-session email check-ins, and guidance on setting up and growing your practice. It eases that first year and builds confidence fast — ask about it when you book.
Absolutely. I supervise Solution Focused hypnotherapists and practitioners from all therapeutic approaches — CBT, analytical, Ericksonian, NLP-integrated and more. You do not need to have trained with Inspiraology or any particular school. What matters is a shared commitment to ethical, evidence-informed practice.
Bring whatever is on your mind: anonymised client cases you'd like to reflect on, ethical or boundary dilemmas, challenges with a particular intervention, practice development questions, or business growth topics. There is no required preparation — the session is driven by your needs. Many therapists keep a short running note between sessions.
Book directly via the online calendar (link below), or call Gary on 07359 071210, or email Gary@bestmindtherapy.co.uk. Your first session is a relaxed introduction — no obligation to continue. Availability is limited to keep supervision quality high, so early booking is recommended.

Secure Your Supervision Space Today

Availability is limited. Book your initial session to discuss your needs, or call to find the right supervision format for your practice.

Or call directly: 07359 071210

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