Executive Functioning Groups for Tweens and Teens in Huntington, NY
Helping Students Build the Skills They Need to Thrive
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Does your child constantly forget assignments, wait until the last minute to start projects, lose track of materials, or feel overwhelmed by school demands?
They're not lazy. They're not unmotivated. And they're certainly not alone.
Many tweens and teens struggle with executive functioning skills which are the brain-based skills responsible for planning, organization, time management, task initiation, emotional regulation, and follow-through. As academic demands increase during middle school and high school, students often find themselves working harder than ever while still feeling like they're falling behind.
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Our Executive Functioning Skills Group provides practical, hands-on support to help students develop the tools they need to manage school, responsibilities, and everyday life with greater confidence and independence.
What Are Executive Functioning Skills?
Executive functioning skills are the brain's "management system." They help us:
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Plan and prioritize tasks
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Stay organized
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Manage time effectively
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Start and complete assignments
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Remember important information
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Break large projects into manageable steps
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Regulate emotions and frustration
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Adapt when plans change
Students with ADHD, anxiety, learning differences, or simply busy schedules often struggle with these skills. Without support, they may experience frequent stress, missing assignments, declining grades, procrastination, and low self-confidence.
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Who Is This Group For?
This group is designed for:
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Tweens and teens who frequently forget assignments or materials
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Students who struggle with procrastination or time management
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Children and teens with ADHD or executive functioning challenges
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Students who feel overwhelmed by long-term projects
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Teens who have difficulty staying organized
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Students who know what to do but struggle to follow through
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Children who need practical systems and strategies for success
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No diagnosis is required to participate.
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What Students Will Learn
This is not a lecture-based group. Students actively learn, practice, and implement real-world strategies that they can immediately apply at home and school.
Topics may include:
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Organization systems that actually work
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Time management and scheduling
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Planning for tests, projects, and deadlines
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Task initiation and overcoming procrastination
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Prioritizing responsibilities
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Managing distractions
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Creating routines and habits
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Improving working memory strategies
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Problem-solving and flexible thinking
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Building independence and self-advocacy skills
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Our Approach
We understand that no two students are alike!
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Rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach, we help students develop awareness of their unique strengths and challenges. Together, we identify what is working, what isn't, and create personalized strategies that fit their individual learning style.
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Students leave each session with practical tools, actionable goals, and increased confidence in their ability to manage school and daily responsibilities.
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Our focus is not perfection. Our focus is helping students develop systems that support long-term success.
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Benefits of Executive Functioning Skills Training
Students often report:
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Less stress around schoolwork
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Improved organization
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Better time management
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Increased independence
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Reduced procrastination
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Greater confidence
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Improved academic performance
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Better communication with parents and teachers
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Stronger self-awareness and problem-solving skills​
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Why Parents Choose The Social Mind Counseling
At The Social Mind Counseling, we specialize in helping tweens, teens, and young adults build the skills they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. We understand the unique challenges that come with ADHD, anxiety, executive functioning weaknesses, and the increasing demands of today's schools.
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Our groups provide a warm, supportive environment where students learn practical skills while building confidence, resilience, and independence. Please note that middle and high school groups are separate and consist of four to six students.
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Ready to Help Your Child Feel More Confident and Capable?
If your child struggles with organization, planning, time management, or executive functioning skills, we're here to help.
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Click the link below to schedule a free consultation and learn if our Executive Functioning Skills Group is the right fit for your child.
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Meet Your Executive Functioning Coach
Kathryn (Kate) Nordmann, OTR/L, ADHD-RSP, specializes in helping tweens and teens strengthen the executive functioning skills needed for success in school and beyond. Through practical, real-world strategies, Kate helps students better understand how they learn, where they get stuck, and how to use their natural strengths to overcome challenges.
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Her engaging and supportive style helps students build confidence while learning concrete skills for organization, time management, planning, task initiation, and follow-through. Students leave with tools they can use immediately, and skills that can benefit them for years to come.
