Mind Hub Courses & Programs
Improve your wellbeing today. Make a decision to look after your mental health and get involved in one of our short courses or therapy groups. Joining one of our courses can help you develop techniques to manage stress, reduce reliance on alcohol and other drugs and improve your overall wellbeing.
The Hobart Clinic – Mind Hub is an accredited not-for-profit organisation. There are a number of Mind Hub courses & programs to choose from, delivered by trained and qualified staff, to support you in achieving better mental health and improved wellbeing.
Courses include evening groups through to 6-10 week more intensive programs, as well as ongoing recovery support.
Here are the current courses & programs on offer:
ACT MINDFULNESS
This 8 week course combines the concept of mindfulness, of living in the present moment with ACT – Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. This involves developing acceptance of unwanted thoughts and feelings which are out of your control and increasing commitment and action towards living a valued life despite these symptoms.
COURSE PROVIDES
- Skills to deal with painful thoughts and feelings effectively
- A reminder of the importance to live by your values
- An increased ability to cope with stressful situations
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ALCOHOL & DRUG TREATMENT
The Alcohol and Drug treatment group is a 10 week rotating program that introduces key strategies to help with management of alcohol and drug addictions. Can be joined at any time.
COURSE PROVIDES
- Targeted techniques for changing alcohol or drug use behaviour
- Strategies on maintaining motivation, dealing with cravings and relapse
- Techniques on managing emotions, mindfulness and self-care
Time: Tuesdays 9:30am- 12:30pm
Clinic: Eastern Shore Clinic- 31 Chipmans Road, Rokeby
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ANXIETY MANAGEMENT
The Anxiety Management Group is a 6 week treatment program that teaches effective strategies for managing anxiety, particularly in social situations.
PROGRAM PROVIDES
- Treatment based on a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) approach to managing unhelpful thinking and avoidance
- An understanding of the physical and psychological aspects of anxiety
- Specific elements such as managing panic, worry and being judged by others
- Home practice tasks that focus on applying the skills learnt in the group,
such as gentle exposure therapy - An introduction to Mindfulness techniques to manage anxiety
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BALANCING BIPOLAR
This 8 week course is designed for people experiencing Bipolar Disorder who want to understand their illness and learn how to manage it more effectively.
COURSE PROVIDES
An introduction to:
- What is Bipolar Disorder and how is it diagnosed?
- Identifying, assessing and monitoring stressors and triggers
- Treatment approaches including medication
- The creative side of Bipolar
- Managing Bipolar from mania to depressive symptoms
- Relapse prevention
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COMMUNICATING CONFIDENTLY
This 8 week course will focus on improving communication skills to create a feeling of confidence when interacting in a range of relationships.
COURSE PROVIDES
- An understanding of different communication styles and their impact
- Training in assertiveness and conflict resolution skills
- An increase in feelings of confidence and empowerment in relationship interactions
- Improved self-esteem and wellbeing
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CREATIVE ART
This therapy program uses the creative aspects of art as a way of fostering mental and emotional wellbeing. No artistic talent is required to join this group.
PROGRAM PROVIDES
- An opportunity to engage in a range of art activities that allow for creative and imaginative expression
- Experience with Mindfulness techniques, which are interwoven throughout the sessions
- A calming environment where group participants of all levels can progress at their own pace
This program is flexible in nature and can be joined at any time. Available in the day and evening.
Tuesdays 1:30pm- 4:30pm (ongoing)
Thursdays 11:30am – 3pm (ongoing)
Saturdays 1pm-5pm (ongoing)
Clinic: Eastern Shore Clinic – 31 Chipmans Road, Rokeby
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DIALECTICAL BEHAVIOUR THERAPY (DBT)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based group program designed to assist people struggling with overwhelming emotions. DBT teaches new skills in three ways: group skills training sessions; at home practice tasks; and weekly individual therapy sessions. This is an effective treatment for Borderline Personality Disorder.
PROGRAM PROVIDES
- Techniques on learning to cope with upsetting situations
- Strategies for understanding and responding to emotions
- Tools on navigating relationships successfully
- Cognitive Behavioural techniques combined with Mindfulness.
Places in the group are limited. New members can join at the start of each module. This group requires a high level of commitment and continuous attendance for a minimum of 30 weeks.
Tuesdays 10am- 1pm Mind Hub City
Wednesdays 10am- 1pm Eastern Shore
Thursdays 10am-1pm Eastern Shore
Clinic: Eastern Shore Clinic- 31 Chipmans Road, Rokeby
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LIVING WELL STAYING WELL
This recovery group program is designed to support people who are dealing with a range of mental health difficulties.
PROGRAM PROVIDES
- Peer support and an opportunity to work towards improving overall mental and emotional wellbeing
- A number of topics throughout the year including dealing with anxiety and depression, managing stress, chronic pain, building relationships and communication
This program is flexible in nature and can be joined at any time.
Time: Wednesdays 10:30am- 2:30pm (optional yoga session at 9am)
Clinic: Eastern Shore Clinic – 31 Chipmans Road, Rokeby
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MIND YOUR MIND
This group program focuses on learning new strategies and developing skills to assist in managing anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions.
PROGRAM PROVIDES
- An opportunity to learn and practise skills to improve mental and emotional wellbeing
- An increased appreciation of the different psychological strategies used in the treatment of mental health issues.
- A supportive environment to share experiences.
This program is flexible in nature and can be joined at any time.
Time: Mondays 9:30am- 2pm
Clinic: Eastern Shore Clinic – 31 Chipmans Road, Rokeby
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MOOD MANAGEMENT
This 6 week course is designed for people experiencing a mood disorder. This is a psycho-social and skills-based course designed to help overcome depressive symptoms and improve wellbeing in a supportive environment.
PROGRAM PROVIDES
- An increased understanding of the impact of depression
- A focus on increasing activity, routines, and healthy habits to manage depression
- Identifying the role of thoughts in maintaining depression
- Identifying early warning signs and relapse prevention skills
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THINK FEEL ACT
This 5 week course provides techniques in how to manage unhelpful thoughts that affect feelings and behaviours. Think Feel Act is applicable to a wide range of mental health conditions and is particularly suitable for improving depression and anxiety.
COURSE PROVIDES
An introduction to:
- An increased awareness of the important relationship between thoughts, feelings and behaviours
- Practice in identifying unhelpful thoughts and disputing and changing them to achieve a more balanced view of yourself and the world
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THRIVE WOMEN’S GROUP
A weekly program designed for women who face challenges in relation to health and emotional issues that occur in the midlife. Participants will learn from each other as well as from professionals on a range of gender related topics. The session includes an exercise and relaxation component.
COURSE PROVIDES
An introduction to:
- A female community where one belongs and feels supported
- A forum to learn skills on gender specific content enabling one to thrive and feel empowered
- Craft activity each week
- Yoga or pilates session
- Improved self-esteem and confidence
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YOUNG AT HEART
Young at heart is an ongoing program for clients over the age of 60 years. Clients can join at any time and have a structured program for the day involving a morning check-in; a one hour psycho-educational discussion of a topic relevant to mental and physical well-being; a structured activity such as art or music therapy, reminiscence therapy or games, and a self-care session after lunch.
PROGRAM PROVIDES
- Skills to look after your mind
- Connection with others
- Planning ahead and looking after your body
Time: Tuesdays 9:30am- 2:30pm
Clinic: Eastern Shore Clinic – 31 Chipmans Road, Rokeby
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Fees
If you have private health insurance (PHI), most funds will cover the cost of the course or program. If you do not have PHI, we can provide you with a fee structure. A GP referral is required if you have PHI.