Free online mindfulness sessions
Pain Concern is delighted to offer a range of free online mindfulness sessions throughout 2026, thanks to generous support from the Nancie Massey Charitable Trust and Merchant Company Endowments Trust. These trusts are based in Edinburgh and the Lothians, so while the sessions are online, they are targeted at people local to that area. However, we welcome non-local registrations.
Mindfulness doesn’t take the pain away, but it can change how we relate to it. Studies have shown that mindfulness-based cognitive therapies can help reduce the impact of some pain conditions and improve quality of life.
Our sessions are led by Cath Ashby, a trained and accredited mindfulness teacher who first discovered mindfulness through an NHS Pain Clinic. Since 2020, she has supported others through the practice, creating a safe, welcoming space for people to learn and share.
Hear from Cath in our mindfulness episode of Airing Pain.
Monthly drop-in sessions
For past participants or those with mindfulness experience. A chance to reconnect, reflect and practice in a friendly group setting.
Mondays, 7–8pm
Jul 6
Aug 3
Sep 7
Oct 5
Nov 2
Dec 7
8-week course
For those ready to deepen their practice, this course includes weekly guided sessions, at-home practices and a follow-up session one month later.
Tuesdays, 6–8pm
Jul 21–Sep 8
Sep 29 (follow-up session)
Each session is capped at 12 participants to ensure a comfortable and supportive environment for everyone. They fill up fast, so if you’re interested please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
What participants say
‘Using the breathing technique, I find getting to sleep a lot easier’
‘While we each had different reasons for joining the course, we all had pain, bringing us together’
‘I now feel more calm and grounded’
