Mind Your Self Course

Our Mindfulness Programs are aimed at reducing stress, anxiety and depression and increasing the wellbeing of all adult Tasmanians. Participants report feeling less reactive, calmer and with a greater understanding of themselves and how to respond to life’s challenges.Participants practice self-regulation (settling) and insight (awareness) skills through mindfulness, experiential activities and discussions. Between sessions, participants are supported to practise and implement these skills daily.

Course Offerings

  • 8-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) Course 
  • 4-week “Mind Your Self” Course

Who this service is for

Program Eligibility and Support

Our programs are free and supported by Primary Health Tasmania under the Australian Government’s Primary Health Networks Program;
however, eligibility requirements apply. They are designed for adult Tasmanians experiencing or at risk of mild to moderate stress, anxiety or depression.

When to Seek Alternative Support

If any of the following situations apply, we suggest talking to your GP about one-to-one support or therapy until you’re ready to join a group program:

  • Experiencing traumatic responses
  • Suicidality or psychosis
  • Significant substance use
  • Currently in the middle of a life crisis
  • Unable to participate in a group environment

Cost

Our programs are free and supported by Primary Health Tasmania under the Australian Government’s Primary Health Networks Program

Accessibility Support

We offer our courses statewide in accessible venues (in-person courses) and online via Zoom

How this service is delivered

What to expect in a Mind Your Self course

Mind Your Self is a short practical course which provides information on how to manage difficulties and also, importantly, how to thrive and enhance our wellbeing. We discuss topics such as emotions, how our mind works and how to work with it and how to best manage our stress response. The course builds emotional literacy and provides practical opportunities to learn or strengthen emotional regulation skills. MYS courses are for adult Tasmanians who may be experiencing stress, with short sessions (1 hour) covering a different topic each week.

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Updated: 03/06/2025

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