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You're not the only one carrying a backpack that's too heavy.
The Group Mental Freedom® Experience is a structured, six-session journey designed to help you carry the responsibilities in your life with greater clarity, steadiness, and integrity.
You'll learn alongside others who care deeply, are relied upon by others, and want to stay aligned with who they are under pressure. This is not group therapy — it's a guided learning experience where real-life application brings the principles into focus.
Not ready to commit? The free 40-minute masterclass is the best way to experience the Mental Freedom® framework before deciding.
From Participants
In their own words
"I began to unpack the burden of too much responsibility off my rucksack… and my responses became more fruitful. I am confident the level of my focusedness has increased a lot."
"The program helped me examine my thought patterns and understand the role those thoughts were playing in my life. I now recognize those patterns and respond differently in stressful situations."
"Mental Freedom separates pain from suffering and helps people reclaim their inner peace."
"Having a TRUE life changing experience is what Mental Freedom gave me. To change your life, you must change your mind — and this program offers you the opportunity for that change."
Why the group experience is different
There is something powerful about learning in a group of people who are carrying similar weight. As you listen to others, you recognize patterns in your own thinking. You see how the principles apply in different situations. You gain perspective that's difficult to access alone.
Many participants find that the shared experience accelerates their understanding — not because others solve their problems, but because they help them see more clearly.
"Participants often say that hearing the experiences of others in the group helps them recognize patterns in their own lives much more quickly."
What You'll Experience
Across six sessions, you'll learn how to:
Carry only what's yours
Distinguish between what is and is not yours to carry — and put the rest down for good.
Respond instead of react
Think more clearly in emotionally charged situations, even under pressure.
Recognize your patterns
Identify what's driving your responses before it drives you.
Reduce unnecessary suffering
Stop creating pain around things you cannot control.
Strengthen your relationships
Communicate with greater clarity and less internal conflict.
What's included
- Six live sessions on Zoom (approximately two hours each)
- Guided teaching of all six Mental Freedom® principles
- Real-world group discussion and shared examples
- Reflection exercises and practical application between sessions
- Eligibility for CE credits (coaches, counselors, social workers)
- Counts toward Mental Freedom® Certification
- Opportunities for continued growth through Mental Freedom® Conversations, Reunions, Circles, coaching, certification, and future learning experiences
Attendance policy
- You may miss one session and watch the recording.
- Missing two sessions requires joining a future cohort to complete the program.
Six Principles, Six Sessions
Each principle builds on the last. Time between sessions is for practice.
Curriculum
- Responsibility vs. Response-ability
- The Unconditional Trust Challenge
- Victimizing vs. Empowering Language
- Rewriting the Stories in Our Head
- Signal vs. Solution
- Appreciating the GLOW
Continue Your Mental Freedom Journey
The Group Experience is designed to give you a solid foundation in the Mental Freedom® framework. Your journey doesn't have to end after the six sessions. You can continue applying and deepening the principles through opportunities such as:
- Mental Freedom® Conversations – Live discussions that help you apply the principles to challenging situations and continue learning.
- Mental Freedom® Circles – Small groups focused on applying Mental Freedom® within a shared area of interest or life experience, such as counselors, parents, or leaders.
- Mental Freedom® Reunions – Semi-annual opportunities to reconnect with fellow participants, revisit the principles, and reflect on what's changed.
- Individual Coaching – Personalized support for those who want deeper application and integration.
- Returning Participant Opportunities – Graduates are welcome to return to the Mental Freedom Experience at a special returning-participant rate to revisit the principles from a new season of life. Returning participant rates are available.
Who joins this experience
This experience is designed for people whose presence and decisions matter to others. You may recognize yourself if: people rely on you for stability, guidance, or care; you often carry more than your share of responsibility; you want to respond more thoughtfully under pressure.
Counselors, Coaches & Healthcare Professionals
Those who support others through challenge and want to carry that responsibility with greater steadiness.
Leaders & Educators
Managers, teachers, and professionals who guide teams or communities — and feel the weight of that role.
Parents, Caregivers & Those Others Lean On
People who hold the emotional climate for those around them and want to do it without losing themselves.
Upcoming Sessions
Five upcoming cohorts. Choose the one that fits your schedule.
2026 Session 4
Sep 2, 9, 16, 23 & Oct 14, 21
10 AM–12 PM Eastern · 9–11 AM Central · 7–9 AM Pacific · 2–4 PM UTC
2027 Session 1
Jan 13, 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 17
2–4 PM Eastern · 1–3 PM Central · 11 AM–1 PM Pacific · 7–9 PM UTC
2027 Session 2
Mar 31, Apr 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12
5–7 PM Eastern · 4–6 PM Central · 2–4 PM Pacific · 9–11 PM UTC
2027 Session 3
Jul 14, 21, 28, Aug 4, 11, 18
8–10 PM Eastern · 7–9 PM Central · 5–7 PM Pacific · 12–2 AM UTC (following day)
2027 Session 4
Sep 15, 22, Oct 6, 13, 20, 27
10 AM–12 PM Eastern · 9–11 AM Central · 7–9 AM Pacific · 2–4 PM UTC
Investment & How to Join
The Group Experience is $3,000. Payment plans may be available. Enrollment begins with a short application so we can make sure the group is the right fit for you.
1
Submit Your Application
A short form to share a bit about yourself and what you're looking for. We'll follow up from there.
2
Enroll
If it's the right fit, you'll receive enrollment details and can choose your cohort.
3
Begin
Show up to the first session. Everything else will build from there.
Not sure yet? The masterclass is the best place to experience the framework before committing.
Common questions
How are the sessions delivered?
Six live sessions on Zoom, each approximately two hours, spaced roughly every two weeks.
What are the session dates?
2026 Session 4: Sep 2, 9, 16, 23 & Oct 14, 21. 2027 Session 1: Jan 13, 20, 27, Feb 3, 10, 17. 2027 Session 2: Mar 31, Apr 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12. 2027 Session 3: Jul 14, 21, 28, Aug 4, 11, 18. 2027 Session 4: Sep 15, 22, Oct 6, 13, 20, 27. See the schedule above for exact times in your time zone.
How long does the full program take?
Six sessions spaced roughly every two weeks — so approximately 10–12 weeks from start to finish.
Is there homework?
Not required, but the weeks between sessions are for practicing what you've learned. Participants who practice consistently get significantly more from the program.
Can I earn Continuing Education credits?
Yes — eligible through the Center for Credentialing & Education for Board Certified Coaches, and through the Illinois Counseling Association for counselors and social workers.
What if I need more support after the sessions?
Support and continued learning opportunities are available long after the six sessions end. Depending on your interests and goals, you may continue through Mental Freedom® Conversations, Reunions, Circles, individual coaching, or by returning to the Experience at a reduced returning-participant rate.
Can I take the Mental Freedom Experience more than once?
Absolutely. As life changes, many people find it valuable to revisit important concepts with new experiences and perspectives. Graduates of the Mental Freedom® Experience are eligible for a special returning participant rate. Contact us to learn more.
Risk-Free Enrollment
100% Money-Back Guarantee
If after your first two sessions you feel the program isn't right for you, let us know and we'll refund your full payment — no questions, no hard feelings. We're that confident in what this work does.
Beyond the Six Sessions
This Is Just the Beginning
The Mental Freedom® Experience is where most people begin. It isn't where Mental Freedom® ends.
As your understanding deepens, new opportunities to learn, connect, and grow become available.
Mental Freedom® is designed to be practiced long after the six sessions end. As your life evolves, you'll have opportunities to continue learning, reconnect with the community, deepen your understanding, and explore additional Mental Freedom® offerings.
Ready to stop carrying what was never yours?
Mental Freedom® won't prevent life's challenges. It will help you understand what to do when they arise — so you can recover more quickly, reduce unnecessary suffering, and respond with greater clarity.
The application is short. It helps us understand where you are and what you're looking for — so we can make sure the Group Experience is genuinely the right fit before you commit to anything.
Short form. No obligation.