The tendency to want to be perfect in most or all aspects of life can cause stress, but it can also result from a mental health condition such as anxiety or Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Striving for perfection can also be related to childhood trauma. If a person learned they only received love when they performed well, they might carry these core beliefs into their adult life.
Available Treatment Options
Therapist interventions for perfectionism include examining the thought patterns and core beliefs related to perfectionism and then challenging them. By challenging thoughts and beliefs, a person may see how their psyche is harming them. This awareness can create change, or change may come through further exploration and counseling intervention.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Perfectionism
As a licensed psychologist in St. Pete, my passion is assisting clients of all ages with disordered eating patterns, poor body image, perfectionism, or anxiety develop habits and behavioral change that support overall health and happiness. If you or your loved one are feeling entrapped by thoughts of food, weight, shape, perfectionism, repetitive behaviors, loneliness, or anxiety feel free to...
My approach to counseling is very interactive and individualized. I like to provide an environment full of creativity, flexibility and humor during the counseling process. Challenging your self-perception, understanding your emotions, and changing your unhelpful behaviors requires tough work, but you won't be doing it alone. Together we will explore the patterns in your life that are keeping yo...
Welcome to my practice! I specialize in working with adults who struggle with anxiety, racing thoughts, sadness, perfectionism, not feeling "good enough," family of origin and multicultural issues, relationship challenges, and life transitions. As a former college soccer player, I also have a special interest in working with current and former athletes, who may need support with things like...
Hello! Lovely to "meet" you here! I am an intuitive psychologist! I am also an author, and former co-host of a national radio show. I've been practicing psychology for 20+ years. One of my main strengths is helping you see your core issues quickly, so that you can heal right away. Contact me if you have anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or wish for spiritual growth. I really help my...
You might consider yourself Type A- and it's mostly worked out for you. Being a perfectionist definitely has had it's perks- but now it's catching up to you. You feel anxious, overwhelmed, and burned out. You are tired of not feeling good enough. You have been trying to make everyone happy but it's left you exhausted, and if you're honest, a little resentful. You want to feel like yourself agai...
Are you looking to get real results and make lasting change? Feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed? Experiencing the impacts of past losses or trauma? Having relationship difficulties? Struggling to stick with the goals you set for yourself? Whether you are hoping to resolve pain, discomfort, and despair or seeking authenticity, growth, and more satisfying personal outcomes, my goal is to giv...
You're a woman who feels constantly needed by everyone else but leave no time or focus for yourself. This can lead to anxious thinking or depressive mood if it's not explored and worked through. Whether you need to simply feel listened to or are seeking change in your life – related to mental health, personal development, social life, career, etc. – I can help you start and make positive change...
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) which are both prevalent and treatable. I also help high achievers and people pleasers find health, happiness and acceptance. I have over a decade of experience in behavioral health having worked with children, college students, and adults looking to elevate their life. I am honored to join clients in their pursuit...
I am a highly trained and experienced Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 20 years of experience working with a culturally diverse population. My therapeutic style is built upon the assumption that you are the expert on you. Everyone needs support and guidance at some time. Trust that there is hope with the right type of therapy for your unique issues, life experiences and current circumstances...
While trusting and connecting with those close to us is something that tends to bring joy, vibrancy, and sense of belonging, the complexity inherent in important and intimate relationships can often leave us feeling thrown off course, irritated and unsure. In trying our best to "get back" what was once there - unspoken compromises become the nature of discourse that all too often leave us feeli...
Therapy provides the unique opportunity for you to adventure into and openly investigate your internal world. Emotional transformations can be akin to wading into the ocean or navigating a new trail in the forest. While these pursuits are exciting, they can also be intimidating, challenging, or frustrating at times. I view my role as your co-pilot; helping you to navigate what it is that brings...
Feeling exhausted from needing to control and perfect everything, please everyone and always pretend you have it all together? That ever-present voice that criticizes your every move, constantly making you feel "not enough." Worrying that you're letting others down and disappointing them. It's an EXHAUSTING way to live your life. BUT! Profound healing IS possible. Using powerful tools and...
Are you wanting more out of life and hoping your anxiety or relationship issues will resolve? Have you found yourself feeling hopeless, frustrated or unsure about your future? Do you ever experience panic attacks or overwhelming stress? Whatever your reason for seeking help, I want you to know you're not alone and I am here to offer help. I specialize in working with adults and young adult...
*Accepting New Patients* Do you feel that life hasn't turned out as planned? Maybe you have achieved big goals, yet you can't shake off a sense of inadequacy. You wish that you weren't so tense or irritable, and that you can stop the negative thoughts from going around and around in your mind. Logically, you know that no one is perfect, but emotionally, you don't believe that you or anyone else...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the The Menninger Clinic's Intensive Outpatient Services located in Bellaire, Texas. Prior to joining TMC, I worked with Dr. Robert Weinberger for 10+ years until his practice sold to The Menninger Clinic. We are a multi-disciplinary practice, including a variety of licensed therapists (LCSW, PhD, Psy D, LPC, LCDC) and provide comprehensive and coordina...
