Mindfully Well

Step Down Intensive Program
2026-04-14 09:00 - 2026-04-16 12:00, 2026-04-28 09:00 - 2026-04-30 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Mindfully Well, 1025 W Everett Rd Ste 5,, Lake Forest, IL, 60045, United States
Bridging the transition from intensive treatment to independent stability
Completing an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is an important step in recovery and personal growth. However, the transition back to everyday life can be challenging. The structure and support that helped stabilize progress are no longer as frequent, and weekly therapy alone may not feel like enough.
Transitions in care are often where people struggle most—not because they lack skills, but because the structure that supported those skills has changed. This program provides the space to practice, strengthen, and integrate those skills, helping participants move forward with greater confidence and stability.
The Step-Down Intensive Program provides continued support during the transition from an IOP. This short-term program helps participants strengthen the skills learned in treatment, apply them to real-life situations, and build confidence in maintaining progress.
Rather than returning to a higher level of care, we offer a bridge between intensive treatment and independent living, helping participants maintain momentum while gradually increasing autonomy. The added structure accelerates progress by creating space to practice skills, receive feedback, and refine what works—before challenges escalate. Participants are encouraged to continue working with their existing therapist during the program.
This one week program meets on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Areas of focus include the following:

Refresh and apply IOP skills in real-life situations
Build sustainable routines that support mental health
Practice executive functioning skills to achieve goals
Identify triggers, early warning signs, and stress patterns
Strengthen mindfulness and nervous system regulation
Increase confidence, autonomy, and follow-through
Reduce the risk of relapse through intentional support and practice

Participants leave the program with a personalized 30–90 day stabilization and growth plan that includes:

Daily routines that support mental health
Personal goals and priorities
Skill practices for emotional regulation
Strategies for managing stress and preventing setbacks

This plan provides a clear roadmap for maintaining progress after the program ends.

Executive Functioning Skills Group for Teens Ages 13–17
2026-04-16 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-23 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-30 16:00 - 17:00
Build skills. Reduce overwhelm. Gain confidence.

Many teens struggle with organization, time management, emotional regulation, and follow-through. The struggle is increasingly difficult in today’s fast-paced, high-expectation world. This weekly executive functioning skills group for teens provides a supportive and structured environment to learn skills that make school, home life, and relationships feel more manageable.
Through guided discussion, practical tools, and peer connection, teens will learn how their brains work and why certain tasks feel so challenging. They will also learn strategies that actually help. The group emphasizes skill-building, self-awareness, and confidence without shame or pressure. Participants will gain tools to reduce procrastination and overwhelm, in addition to stronger emotional regulation and stress management.
Each session offers practical strategies teens can use immediately, along with accountability and encouragement from peers who are navigating similar challenges.

This group is facilitated by Bianca, an Executive Function and Parenting Coach with a background in Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy. Bianca brings a neurodiversity-affirming approach that emphasizes safety, connection, and practical skill development. Her work helps teens feel understood, capable, and supported while learning executive functioning strategies they can apply in school and daily life.

Executive Functioning Skills Group for Adults
2026-04-16 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-23 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-30 17:00 - 18:00
Build focus. Create structure. Feel more in control.

Do you feel overwhelmed by daily responsibilities, struggle with follow-through, procrastinate despite good intentions, or feel scattered and disorganized? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate it alone.
This weekly, in-person executive functioning skills group for adults offers practical tools, guided support, and a judgment-free space to strengthen focus, organization, time management, and emotional regulation. You’ll learn how executive functioning works, why certain tasks feel so hard, and what actually helps.
Each week, you’ll gain real-life strategies you can use immediately—at work, at home, and in your personal goals—while connecting with others who truly understand what you’re navigating.
What You’ll Gain

Improved focus, follow-through, and productivity
Tools for time management, planning, and organization
Strategies to reduce overwhelm, procrastination, and mental clutter
Stronger emotional regulation and stress management
Increased motivation, confidence, and self-trust
Weekly accountability and supportive check-ins
The power of shared learning and peer encouragement

Learning alongside others creates motivation, connection, and normalization. You’ll gain insight from shared experiences, celebrate progress together, and stop feeling like you’re “behind” or “broken.” Executive functioning challenges are common—and manageable with the right tools and support.

This group is facilitated by Bianca, an Executive Function and Parenting Coach with a background in Clinical Psychology and Psychotherapy. Bianca specializes in supporting neurodivergent individuals navigating ADHD, emotional regulation challenges, and daily life overwhelm. Her approach integrates neuroscience, nervous system regulation, and practical executive functioning strategies to help participants build sustainable structure, confidence, and self-trust in a supportive, neurodiversity-affirming environment.

Intentional Transformation Intensive
2026-04-18 09:00 - 16:00
The Intentional Transformation Intensive is designed for people who want more than weekly therapy, but don’t need or want a traditional treatment program. This program isn’t about fixing what’s wrong. It’s about creating momentum during a meaningful transition.
Anyone who is navigating life transitions (career changes, relationship shifts, identity changes, burnout, or “what’s next” moments) can benefit from the Intentional Transformation one-day Intensive. If you know you want something different but can’t yet see the path, we can help you with a reset, a pause, or a recalibration.
Weekly sessions can be helpful, but during transitions, spacing work too far apart can slow momentum. This intensive format creates a contained space to practice skills repeatedly, integrate insights quickly, and build confidence through action. It’s not about doing more. It’s about doing the right things, with support, at the right time. When life changes, support should change too. This program offers a steady bridge from where you are to where you’re ready to go.
The workshop includes guided reflection, skills practice, and structured planning. Participants leave with a clear 30–90 day plan outlining priorities, routines, and intentional next steps.
