Mindfulness for anxiety, depression and stress

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Mindfulness is an evidence-based psychological practice with a broad range of health benefits including reduced stress, more restful sleep and greater empathy and social connectedness. 

Inner North is pleased to offer a 6 week clinical group program for adults with anxiety, depression and/or stress disorders. From introducing the fundamental principles of mindfulness and new habit formation, this program will provide education and introduce strategies from Mindfulness Integrated Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (MiCBT). The integration of CBT extends mindfulness to target and relieve common psychological difficulties such as rumination, catastrophising and behavioural avoidance. 

The program is suitable for adults with no experience of mindfulness and those who have tried it in the past. A supportive group environment will encourage new learning, habit formation and peer support through the process. The group will be facilitated by a qualified mental health practitioner. 

When:  Monday evenings from 6.30-8pm

Dates:  Contact us for upcoming dates

Who:    Adults from 18 years welcome

Cost:     $420 ($222 out of pocket after rebate)

The program is eligible for a rebate via your Medicare Better Access to Mental Health Care Plan. 

• 6 x 1.5 hour classes in a small group (max 10), led by a clinical psychologist
• Mindfulness readings and resources
• Guided meditation audio links for practice at home
• Professional report to provide to your treating GP/Psychologist/Psychiatrist at the conclusion of the program

• Complete a pre-program intake interview, registration and assessment questionnaires
• Consent to participation in the program and professional liaison with your referring doctor and/or treating individual therapist
• To attend all 6 sessions at the scheduled time
• Be open to learning fundamental principles of mindfulness and participating in some group activities in session (e.g. reflecting on videos, exercises, sharing home exercise experiences)
• Respecting the individual differences of group members, including those who wish to share only a little in session and those who wish to share more
• Commit 20 minutes to formal and informal mindfulness exercises daily