Trainer
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Dr Bruno CayounDirector | Trainer | ResearcherDr Bruno Cayoun is a clinical and research psychologist and developer of Mindfulness-integrated Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (MiCBT). He is the founder and Director of the MiCBT Institute, a leading provider of MiCBT training and professional development to mental health services and professional associations internationally since 2003.
Bruno keeps a private practice in Hobart, Australia, undertakes mindfulness research at the MiCBT Institute, and regularly cooperates on mindfulness-based research with various universities in Australia and abroad. He has a strong interest in Buddhist psychology and has practised mindfulness meditation in the Burmese Vipassana tradition of Ledi Sayadaw, U Ba Khin and S. N. Goenka and undergone intensive training in France, Nepal, India, and Australia since 1989.
Bruno is the author of several books, including Mindfulness-integrated CBT: Principles and Practice (Wiley, 2011), Mindfulness-integrated CBT for Well-Being and Personal Growth: Four Steps to Enhance Inner Calm, Self-Confidence and Relationships (Wiley, 2015), co-author of The Clinical Handbook of Mindfulness‐integrated Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (Wiley, 2019) and The Mindfulness and Meditation Workbook for Anxiety and Depression (New Harbinger, 2024). His mindfulness training audio instructions are used worldwide in various languages, and he is the principal developer of validated questionnaires, including the Short Progress Assessment , the Mindfulness-based Self Efficacy Scale, and co-developer of the Equanimity Scale 16.
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- 72 Elizabeth Street, Hobart TAS 7000, Australia
Mindfulness Meditation Sittings — Hobart
Join Dr Bruno Cayoun for a 45-minute mindfulness meditation session designed to strengthen presence, emotional balance and compassion. Each session integrates mindfulness of breath, body sensations and loving-kindness practice, and is suitable for beginners and experienced meditators alike.
Free · Bookings essential · Hosted by St Lukes Hobart Wellness Hub
What to expect
- Brief guidance to settle and orient the practice
- A silent meditation period
- Time for reflection or questions
Chairs and yoga mats are provided. Please bring your own cushion if you prefer extra support.
Who these sessions are for
- Clinicians who would like regular group practice alongside their professional training
- People new to mindfulness meditation who would like clear guidance
- People with an existing practice who would like regular community-based support
- Anyone interested in building steadiness, self-compassion and practical wellbeing skills
Dates
First Wednesday of each month, 5:45–6:30pm:
- Wednesday 7 October 2026
- Wednesday 4 November 2026
- Wednesday 2 December 2026
- Wednesday 3 February 2027
- Wednesday 3 March 2027
Bookings
Bookings are handled by St Lukes and are essential. Later dates open closer to the time — if the date you want is not yet available, please check back nearer to the session.
Please note: these are community mindfulness meditation sessions and are not a substitute for therapy or a crisis service. If you need urgent support, please contact emergency services (000), your GP, or your nearest emergency department.