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 5-10 week more intensive programs, as well as ongoing recovery support.

Download Timetable Jan-June 2019

Here are the current courses & programs on offer:

ACT MINDFULNESS

This 7 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 relax and cope with stressful situations, including optional yoga season

Dates: 27th February- 10th April

Time: Wednesdays 2:30pm- 5:30pm

Clinic: City Clinic- Level 1/175 Collins St, Hobart

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ACTIVE MANAGEMENT OF PERSISTENT PAIN

This 10 week program focuses on recovery through making sense of research and applying this to the management of persistent pain. The goal of this group is to prepare participants for self management. A multidisciplinary team will provide a comprehensive approach to facilitate recovery.

PROGRAM PROVIDES

Education sessions to improve health literacy
Gentle exercise and activity re-education
Relaxation and mindfulness skills training

Dates: Starts 21st March 2019

Time: Fridays 10am- 1pm

Clinic: City Clinic- Level 1/175 Collins St, Hobart

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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

Dates: Starts 15th January 2019

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 9 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

Dates: 14th February – 11th April 2019

Time: Thursdays 9:30am- 12:30pm

Clinic: City Clinic- Level 1/175 Collins St, Hobart

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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

Dates: 1st May – 19th June 2019

Time: Wednesdays 10am- 12:30pm

Clinic: Eastern Shore Clinic- 31 Chipmans Road, Rokeby

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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

Dates: 28th March – 3rd June 2019

Time: Thursdays 9:30am – 12:30pm

Clinic: Eastern Shore Clinic, 31 Chipmans Road, Rokeby

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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.

Times: Tuesdays 1:30pm- 5:00pm (ongoing), Thursdays 11:30am – 3pm (ongoing), Saturdays 1pm-5pm (Starts 2nd February)

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.

Wednesdays 10am- 1pm (starts 23rd January) with Aneliese Poorter

Thursdays 10am-1pm (starts 24th January) with Hannah Smith

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.

Dates: Starts 23rd January 2019

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.

Dates: Starts 7th January 2019

Time: 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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NEW: THRIVE WOMEN’S GROUP

A new weekly program designed for women over 30 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
Yoga or pilates session
Improved self-esteem and confidence

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NEW: 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 and afternoon check-out session; a one hour psycho-educational discussion of a topic relevant to mental and physical well-being; a structured activity such as animal therapy, 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

Dates: Starts 5th February 2019

Time: Tuesdays 9:30am- 2:30pm 2019

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.