Bodhi Meditation Circle
Beyond Mindfulness →
Into the Heart of Buddhist Practice
A 4-week live journey for therapists who long to deepen their path
You’ve witnessed the power of mindfulness - in your own healing, and in your client's transformation.
Your skills are sharp, your practice is established, and you hold space for others with profound empathy.
You've learned the mindfulness protocol and meditation scripts. You read the scripts and you teach your clients to be "aware of what you are thinking, feeling and sensing."
But at the back of your mind, there are internal wars and conflicts going on.
They said "Go with the flow of life," but you feel that your "flow of life" just comes gushing in with strong waves of emotions, doubts and just sheer exhaustion.
"Yes, I really should start meditate and walk the talk."
But, you realised it's not that easy.
Maybe it was hard to find time and space. (Talking about hassles of being a self-sacrificer and high-achiever. )
You may say, "My mind's like the Japanese bullet train and it doesn't stop! I can't stop and rest!"
Maybe it was hard to stay consistent and motivated to practice by yourself.
You downloaded the Insight Timer app but it's just not getting used regularly. You ignore those notifications regularly.
You secretly 'feel seen' to that therapist meme - "Yes I teach mindfulness to my clients but when do I ever practice meditation?"
Never...
You've read the books and journal articles on ACT, CFT and Buddhism, and you're keen to learn more, but you find it hard to digest those technical jargons and terms!
"Am I doing it right?"
"Am I just being in my head again?"
"Am I missing something here?"
If this resonates, this circle was created for you.
What Awaits You in the Circle:
Find your ground when life gets stormy (because being a therapist doesn't make us immune to life's ongoing challenges).
Learn to hold yourself steadily with the same wisdom you offer others (Yes, it's possible).
Deepen you inner practice - without dogma
Weave spirituality and clinical work with integrity
Be held by a like-hearted community of fellow Buddhism seekers.
Come home to your Self - not just your roles and responsibilities
This is not just another mindfulness course.
This is a circle -
a sacred space to sit, breathe, reflect, grow and return.
Together, we'll explore:
How to stay anchored when your client's pain feels overwhelming and heavy.
How to replenish between sessions - without 'checking out'
Simple, profound practices that regulate and restore
How to cultivate a steady sense of inner peace and joy even when 'the flow of life' is now fast-paced and more chaotic
Ways to integrate Buddhist wisdom ethically into therapy
What it means to show up with presence, not performance
The joy of being in community with thoughtful, soulful clinicians
What's Included in the Bodhi Meditation Circle
This Circle is for Therapist Who...
Has a personal meditation practice - or wants to deepen one
Feels there's more to mindfulness than technique
Wants to integrate spirituality and buddhism without losing professionalism
Values embodiment, depth, and presence in your work
Craves a space to be held, not just to hold
You don't need to be Buddhist. You don't need to be 'advanced'.
Just bring your curiosity,
your heart and your breath.
Your Guide
Hi, I’m Poh.
I've been practicing as an educational and developmental psychologist for over 16 years, and I’m a Board-Approved Supervisor with the Psychology Board of Australia. Alongside my clinical work, I’ve been a Mahayana Buddhist practitioner and meditator for over two decades, learning directly from my dharma teachers.
As a BIPOC and neurodivergent clinician, I bring lived experience, vulnerability, and integrity to this work.
Through this integration of East and West, psychology and meditation, I support therapists in deepening their presence, embodying wisdom, and finding ways of working that sustain rather than deplete.
This circle is the space I wish I had when I first started integrating buddhist wisdom into therapy.
It's not about being perfect. It's about returning - again and again - to presence.
From Separation to Integration:
Hear From Therapists Who Attended the Circle
“The Bodhi Meditation Circles are such great place to learn — not just about Buddhist philosophy which underpins so much of mainstream therapies — but also to learn about yourself in a safe and trusting circle. Poh is so open and nourishing in how she runs the circles and what everyone wants to bring into the space."
- Vi-An Nguyen, Psychologist
“Poh is a wonderful calm presence. She deeply radiates Buddhist wisdom and her guided meditations are filled with presence and help one learn to practice."
- Louise Hayes, Psychologist"
“I was raised Buddhist, and what drew me to this course was that spiritual slant — mindfulness, meditation, and the inner work I’ve been craving.”
- Alicia Fernando Lee, Psychologist"
Circle Schedule & Format
Choose Your Practice Time:
Friday Mornings: 10:00 AM AWST (Starts 21/11/2025, ends 12/12/2025)
Monday Afternoons: 1:00 PM AWST (Starts 17/11/2025, ends 8/12/2025)
Each circle is limited to 15 practitioners for optimal depth and connection.
Investment In Your Development
Your investment for this entire 4-week journey of deep practice and peer community is less than the cost of two standard supervision sessions.
Regular: $300 AUD + GST (Registration closes 14/11/2025)
MONDAYS
$300 AUD
4 Weeks of Live, Intimate Practice Sessions
Private Community
Lifetime Access to Guided Meditation Recordings
A Professionally-Held, Ethical Space
Each circle limited to 15 practitioners for optimal depth work
FRIDAYS
$300 AUD
4 Weeks of Live, Intimate Practice Sessions
Private Community
Lifetime Access to Guided Meditation Recordings
A Professionally-Held, Ethical Space
Each circle limited to 15 practitioners for optimal depth work
Frequently Asked Questions
I’m new to Buddhist meditation. Is this too advanced?
Not at all. We start with foundational practices and gently deepen together. What matters most is curiosity and openness.
I’ve practiced Buddhism for years. Will this be too basic?
The circle isn’t about “beginner vs. advanced.” It’s about integration. Even seasoned practitioners find new depth when exploring how practice shapes therapeutic presence.
Do I need to be Buddhist to join?
Not at all. We use Buddhist practices as practical tools for presence, clarity, and compassion. Therapists from all spiritual and secular backgrounds are welcome.
I’m so busy and overwhelmed. Will I have time for this?
This is a common concern, and it’s why this circle is designed to be a source of renewal, not another chore. The 90 minutes a week is a structured space for you to receive, not just give. Many therapists find the clarity and energy they gain from the practice actually creates more space and ease in their week, rather than taking it away.
Will this count for CPD?
Yes. The circle can be counted toward your professional development hours.
How do you handle ethics around spirituality in therapy?
We dedicate time to this directly. You’ll learn frameworks for keeping integration ethical, professional, and client-centered.