Ideal Psychology Group LLC

11/19/2025

🌿 ✨ Clinician Spotlight: Meet Katherine! ✨

We’re so excited to welcome Katherine to the Ideal Psychology Group team! 💛

Katherine is a compassionate, trauma-informed therapist who works with adults, teens (12+), couples, and families navigating life’s many transitions.

She brings a warm, grounded approach to therapy — blending Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), mindfulness, and culturally responsive care to help clients build understanding, confidence, and emotional balance.

Katherine has a special passion for working with:
💛 Immigrants, first-generation students, and bicultural clients navigating identity and belonging
💛 Neurodivergent individuals (ADHD, Autism, OCD) learning tools for focus, regulation, and self-compassion
💛 Those living with chronic illness or autoimmune conditions who want support for both the physical and emotional toll
💛 Couples and families working to communicate better and strengthen connection

She is fluent in English and Spanish, and creates a welcoming space for clients from all backgrounds to feel heard and understood. 🌎

Whether you’re coping with stress, burnout, relationship challenges, or identity struggles, Katherine’s goal is to help you find clarity, balance, and empowerment — one step at a time.

💻 Katherine offers virtual therapy across Michigan and accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) and Blue Care Network (BCN).

📅 Book your session today at idealpsychologygroup.com

✨ We’re so grateful to have Katherine on our team — and we know our clients will be, too.

11/18/2025

ADHD mornings shouldn’t feel like a sprint with untied shoes.
If you’re tired of chaos-before-coffee, we’ve got 7 simple routines that actually work for busy ADHD brains (no perfection required).

✨ Inside the post:
• The 5-minute Launch List (meds, water, protein, clothes)
• Time anchors instead of strict schedules
• Let Alexa/Siri be your memory
• Two lists: Priority vs Pie-in-the-Sky
• A quick sensory reset to calm your nervous system

Read the blog: “7 ADHD Morning Routines That Actually Work for Busy Women.”

Want help tailoring a routine to your life (work, kids, shifts, sensory needs)?
📅 Book a virtual session with a Michigan-based therapist.
We accept BCBS and offer therapy from home.
https://www.idealpsychologygroup.com/ourteam

ADHD mornings feel chaotic? Try 7 realistic routines—anchors, launch lists, tech reminders, sensory resets. Virtual therapy in Michigan. BCBS online therapy accepted. Troy, MI

11/13/2025

11/12/2025

🌿 Teens Are Under More Stress Than Ever, and They Need Our Support

If you’re a parent of a high schooler, you’ve probably noticed it too.
Teens today are juggling more than ever — pressure to perform, social media, college prep, sensory overload, and the constant noise of “not doing enough.”

At Ideal Psychology Group, we recently shared a Peachjar flyer across local school districts to help raise awareness about what so many teens are quietly facing:
✨ Chronic stress
✨ Anxiety and burnout
✨ ADHD overwhelm
✨ Perfectionism and self-doubt

We want parents to know this, it’s not “just a phase.”
Teens are doing their best in a world that often expects adult-level focus and emotional control without giving them the tools to manage it.

Therapy can help them slow down, regulate emotions, and feel confident again, in a way that fits their brain and their life.

💻 We offer virtual therapy across Michigan, designed especially for teens and families.
💙 We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBS) and Blue Care Network (BCN).

If you saw our flyer through your child’s school and want to learn more, we’d love to connect.
📅 Visit idealpsychologygroup.com
to book a session or learn more about how we can help.

Because your teen doesn’t need to “tough it out” — they just need support that understands them. 💛

TEENS ARE UNDER MORE PRESSURE THAN EVER BUT THEY DONT HAVE TO FACE IT ALONE Help Your Teen Manage Stress and Avoid Burnout SPOT THE SIGNS: • Avoiding schoolwork • Always on their phones • Mood swings or shutting down • Trouble starting or staying focused • Sleeping too much or too little H...

11/10/2025

If the idea of going to therapy feels overwhelming… you’re not alone.

For many adults with trauma, ADHD, or autism, traditional therapy settings can be too much — the drive, new space, bright lights, or just the pressure to “hold it together.”

That’s where virtual therapy comes in. 💻
It’s real therapy — just from a space that feels safe to you.

At Ideal Psychology Group, we specialize in trauma and neurodivergent therapy that fits real life.
Here’s what you can expect:
✨ Comfort — show up in pajamas, bring your pet, no commute needed.
✨ Structure — trauma-informed tools like EMDR, grounding, and coping skills.
✨ Flexibility — designed for ADHD, anxiety, and sensory needs.
✨ Accessibility — covered by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBS) and BCN.

Because healing doesn’t have to start in an office. Sometimes, it starts right where you already are.

💛 Book your virtual therapy session today at idealpsychologygroup.com

Learn what to expect in virtual therapy for trauma and neurodivergence. Online EMDR, ADHD support, and telehealth counseling across Michigan. BCBS accepted.

11/06/2025

🌟 Clinician Spotlight: Welcome, Providence! 🌟

We’re so excited to officially welcome Providence to the Ideal Psychology Group team!

Providence brings a grounded, compassionate presence to her work and is deeply passionate about helping clients navigate anxiety, trauma, identity exploration, and life transitions. Her style is warm, thoughtful, and collaborative, creating a space where clients feel safe to explore the messy, meaningful work of growth and healing.

She has a special interest in supporting young adults and individuals who are processing childhood emotional wounds, high stress, perfectionism, or feeling stuck in survival mode. Whether you’re carrying stress that feels too heavy to hold alone or simply trying to reconnect with yourself, Providence meets you where you are with curiosity, care, and a deep belief in your capacity to heal.

Please join us in giving Providence a warm welcome. We’re lucky to have her on the team, and so are the clients she’ll be walking alongside. 💛

✨ Now accepting new clients!
📞 Call or text: (248) 266-5920
https://www.idealpsychologygroup.com/providence-cantalamisa

11/03/2025

“They Used to Be So Happy…” 💔

You remember when your teen used to laugh more. When they wanted to hang out, told you stories, and didn’t seem so… tired all the time.

But now, everything feels heavier. They come home, close the door, and say they’re “fine.” You can tell they’re not.

It’s not laziness. It’s not attitude.
It might be burnout.

For teens, especially those with ADHD, anxiety, or sensory sensitivities, the world can feel like too much. Every day is a marathon of trying to keep up, stay calm, and hold it together. Eventually, something gives.

In our newest post, we’re sharing what teen burnout really looks like, why it happens, and how to help your teen recover, without shame, power struggles, or lectures.

💛 Because sometimes, what your teen needs most isn’t fixing, it’s understanding.

👉 Read it now at idealpsychologygroup.com

📅 At Ideal Psychology Group, we support teens and parents across Michigan with ADHD, anxiety, trauma, and burnout.
Our home office is located in Troy, MI, but we offer virtual therapy statewide and accept Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBS) and Blue Care Network (BCN).

Learn the real signs of teen burnout, what causes it, and how to help your teen recover. Virtual teen therapy in Michigan. BCBS accepted.

10/27/2025

You can’t reason with a teen mid-meltdown, and that doesn’t make you a bad parent.

When your teen’s emotions explode, it’s easy to feel helpless or frustrated. But most of the time, they’re not being “difficult.” Their brain is flooded, their body is overwhelmed, and they don’t yet have the tools to calm down on their own.

You don’t have to meet chaos with control. You can meet it with calm connection. 💛

In our latest post, we’re sharing 4 simple, trauma-informed ways to help your teen regulate their emotions, without yelling, lecturing, or losing yourself in the process.

Here’s a peek:
✨ Help them feel safe before you teach
✨ Name the feeling, don’t judge it
✨ Model calm instead of demanding it
✨ Connect before you correct

Because helping your teen feel safe with their feelings starts with helping you feel safe with yours.

👉 Read the full article at idealpsychologygroup.com

📅 If you and your teen are struggling to communicate, our virtual therapists across Michigan can help.
We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBS) and specialize in trauma-informed teen and parent therapy.

💙 Book your virtual session today, therapy that meets your family where you are.

If you’re parenting a teen, you already know, emotions can get big . One minute, they’re laughing and blasting music, and the next, they’re slamming their door or giving one-word answers. It can feel confusing, frustrating, and honestly, a little lonely when you’re trying to help but nothing...

10/20/2025

Ever wonder why relationships feel so hard, even when you care deeply?

You love big. You try hard. You want to get it right.
But with ADHD, connection can feel like trying to tune into a radio station with static in the background.

You might replay conversations over and over.
You might panic when someone sounds distant.
You might feel guilty for needing space, or frustrated that your brain moves faster than your words can keep up.

It’s not that you’re “bad” at relationships. It’s that you’ve been doing the emotional work of connection while managing an overactive brain and nervous system.

💛 Our newest post breaks down why relationships feel so heavy when you have ADHD, and what you can do to start feeling more steady, connected, and understood.

👉 Read it now at idealpsychologygroup.com

📅 If you’re ready for relationships that feel easier and more secure, book a session with one of our Michigan-based virtual therapists today.
We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBS) and specialize in ADHD, trauma, and relationship therapy.

Struggling to connect or feeling misunderstood in relationships? Learn why ADHD makes connection harder and how virtual therapy in Michigan can help.

10/14/2025

You meant to clean the kitchen… but somehow ended up reorganizing your spice drawer, washing a single spoon, and googling “how long can laundry sit wet?” 😅

If that sounds familiar, it’s not because you’re lazy; it’s because your ADHD brain is wired for side quests, not straight lines.

In our latest blog, we’re breaking down:
✨ 8 ADHD hacks that actually make life easier, no shame, no rigid routines, just systems that work for you.

Here’s a sneak peek:

Make two lists: “Priority” and “Pie in the Sky.”

Celebrate your side quests (yes, cleaning the bathroom counts).

Use Alexa or Siri to remember things so your brain doesn’t have to.

Time yourself doing chores so they stop feeling impossible.

Do your “Launch List” first: shower, meds, clothes, food.

💛 You don’t need to fix your brain, you just need tools that fit it.

👉 Read the full blog at idealpsychologygroup.com

📅 Ready for personalized ADHD support?
Book a session with one of our Michigan-based virtual therapists today.
Let’s make life work for your brain, not against it.

If you live with ADHD, you probably know this routine: You start cleaning the kitchen, but then remember the laundry, then notice a pile of mail, then somehow you’re reorganizing your spice cabinet while your coffee goes cold. By noon, you’ve done everything and nothing , and you’re exhausted.

10/06/2025

Ever wonder why you shut down during conflict… or feel guilty just for saying no?

You’re not overreacting. You’re remembering.

So many of us learned early on that love meant keeping the peace, fixing everything, or never being “too much.”

And now, as adults, those same habits, people-pleasing, avoiding conflict, chasing emotional crumbs, keep us stuck in relationships that don’t feel safe or mutual.

In our newest blog, we’re unpacking:

5 common relationship habits you may have learned in childhood

How they show up in your adult relationships

Small, doable ways to start healing those patterns

👉 Read the full post at idealpsychologygroup.com

📅 If you’re ready to stop feeling like you have to earn love or keep everyone happy, book a session with one of our Michigan-based virtual therapists today.
You deserve relationships that feel safe, steady, and real.

Ever wonder why you shut down during arguments, avoid asking for help, or feel anxious when someone’s upset with you? You’re not broken, you’re repeating what you learned. The way you connect, set boundaries, or seek love as an adult often starts with what you experienced growing up. These pat...

09/30/2025

Do you replay conversations in your head… again and again?
Do you stay stuck in “what if” spirals, second-guessing every decision, every word, every step?

That’s not because you’re weak; it’s because your brain is trying to protect you. But instead of helping, it leaves you exhausted, anxious, and unable to move forward.

💛 In our latest blog, we break down:

8 everyday habits that keep you stuck in overthinking

Simple, doable tools to quiet your mind

How to stop spiraling and feel steadier in daily life

👉 Read the full article at idealpsychologygroup.com

📅 And if you’re ready to stop carrying this alone, book a session with one of our Michigan-based virtual therapists today.
Because you deserve peace of mind, not another night stuck in your head.

If your brain feels like it’s constantly running in circles, rehashing conversations, worrying about what you said, or planning for every possible outcome, you know how exhausting overthinking can be. You tell yourself to “just stop,” but instead, you get more stuck. Overthinking doesn’t mea...