Online Perfectionism therapists in Irving, Texas TX
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Dr. Mike Lee
Psychologist
In therapy, I help individuals understand the emotional and relational patterns beneath perfectionistic striving, so that they can relate to themselves with greater freedom, flexibility, and self-trust. The aim is not to lower one’s standards, but to loosen the grip of harsh self-demand and make room for a fuller, more livable way of being.
13 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX
Brian McCormack (Connemara Counseling)
Counselor/Therapist, LPC-A/LMHCA
I provide support for individuals struggling with perfectionism, helping clients understand and shift rigid standards, fear of failure, and self-critical thinking patterns. Using evidence-based approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, self-compassion practices, and values-based interventions, I assist clients in developing greater flexibility, realistic goal-setting, and healthier motivation. My work focuses on reducing anxiety and burnout, improving self-worth, and fostering a more balanced, sustainable approach to achievement and personal growth.
2 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX (Online Only)
Iris Bowen
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, MBA
Folks who struggle with perfectionism and intellectualization tend to represent a high-percentage of my practice. In my experience, people who struggle with perfectionism may have parts that deny they’re a perfectionist—I mean, everybody has to have a standard, right? I love helping folks deepen their understanding of these standards which seem "mission critical,” but may actually be inhibiting happiness and growth.
7 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX (Online Only)
Meghan Cromie
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC
I aid people in understanding the root cause of perfectionism and learning to challenge the limiting thoughts that keep them trapped. We'll work together on coming up with a plan to get you out of your comfort zone slowly until you feel more confident and able to live the life you want.
7 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX
Greg Rico
Counselor/Therapist, MA, LPC
Procrastination, burn-out, and defeatist thinking are often the results of seeking perfection. Emotionally seeking perfection can be the result of fear of being less than, not good enough, all-or-nothing mindset. These elements can have an impact on your self-worth which can affect self-confidence and relationships. Our work will include self-compassion, realistic goal setting and developing a growth mindset.
20 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX
Amy R. Teel
Counselor/Therapist, MS, LPC-Associate, NARM, SE Trained
Offering non-judgemental space while exploring the pressure to perform, get it right, or hold everything together with greater compassion and flexibility.
1 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX
Emily Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, PhD, LMFT-S
Perfectionism: The High Cost of Being "Flawless"
Moving from Performance to Presence
Perfectionism is often rewarded by society, but internally, it can feel like a relentless taskmaster. It is the persistent whisper that says you are only as good as your last achievement, leading to a life of high-functioning burnout and a profound disconnection from your true self. In my practice, we don’t just "lower your standards"; we investigate the attachment roots of why "being perfect" became your primary strategy for safety and belonging.
The Perfectionist’s Paradox
Perfectionism isn't actually about excellence—it’s about protection. We work together to untangle:
The Procrastination Loop: Addressing the "all-or-nothing" thinking that leads to demand avoidance and paralyzing anxiety when a task feels too important to start.
Rejection Sensitivity: Understanding how the fear of a "flaw" is actually a fear of disconnection. If you aren't perfect, will you still be worthy of love and respect?
The "Shame-Vigilance" Cycle: The exhausting effort of "masking" your struggles to maintain a composed exterior, leading to a systemic shut down.
A Systems-Rooted Clinical Approach
With over 20 years of experience, I use a deep-reaching framework to help you trade "perfection" for "wholeness":
IFS-Informed Parts Work: We get curious about the "Perfectionist Part" of your system. This part likely took on its job very early to protect you from criticism or instability. We work to help this part feel safe enough to finally rest.
EMDR for Performance Anxiety: We use EMDR to process past memories of "failure" or moments where your worth was tied to your performance, neutralizing the triggers that fuel today's perfectionism.
Somatic Regulation: We learn to recognize the physical tension of "trying too hard" and use grounding tools to expand your Window of Tolerance, allowing you to be present even when things are messy.
For the "Professional" Perfectionists
As someone who works extensively with therapists, pastors, and professors, I understand the unique pressure of having to be a "model" of wellness or wisdom. I provide a confidential, courageous space where you can drop the "expert" mask and explore the messy, beautiful reality of being human.
21 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX (Online Only)
Dr. Brittany Jacobson
Psychologist, PhD, CST
Perfectionism often looks like high standards on the surface, but underneath can be a fear of failure, criticism, or not being enough. I help you understand the roots of these patterns while gradually loosening their grip. Together, we will work toward a more flexible, self-compassionate way of relating to yourself and your goals. This way you can still be productive but also feel more at peace.
10 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX
Shelley Klammer
Counselor/Therapist, MTC, REACE, FOT, CHyp
Do you silently struggle with emotional overwhelm, anxiety or depression? Do you appear successful, cheerful, and emotionally stable on the outside while privately experiencing emotional pain? I specialize in working with women who have perfectionist tendencies and currently feel a disconnection from their authentic selves.
Like all people, you have a unique longing in your heart for something higher and more fulfilling. This differs from perfect ego fantasies seeking to compensate for core wound pain. You might have a genuine soul longing for a beautiful love relationship or financial freedom, for example. You might ache to express who you truly are in the world, or perhaps you want to find your core strength and accomplish something magnificent. Your deeper joy is blocked by unhealed childhood core wound pain, and it can be healed.
20 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX (Online Only)
Cesar Monagas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-Associate & NCC
Perfectionism can leave you feeling stuck between high expectations and constant self-criticism. I work with clients who struggle with the pressure to perform, achieve, or avoid mistakes at all costs. Together, we'll identify the patterns driving perfectionism, develop healthier ways of measuring success, and build self-compassion so you can pursue your goals without sacrificing your well-being.
2 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX
Heather Watson-Perez
Psychologist, PhD
I help individuals who struggle with perfectionism, high self-criticism, and fear of making mistakes. Therapy focuses on shifting rigid thinking patterns, reducing pressure, and building a healthier, more flexible mindset. Clients learn to pursue goals with balance, self-compassion, and greater satisfaction.
21 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX
Amority Health - Rachel Cooper
Therapist, MS, LPC Associate
Support for patterns of high internal pressure, self-criticism, and the need to constantly refine or perform, often seen in high-achieving individuals.
4 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX (Online Only)
Dr. Jeannine Pablo
Psychologist, LP, LCMHC, MLADC
While striving for excellence can be a strength, maladaptive perfectionism often leads to chronic burnout, fear of failure, and debilitating procrastination. Utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and parts of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), I help individuals challenge rigid "all-or-nothing" thinking and unrealistic self-imposed standards. Our clinical work focuses on decoupling your self-worth from your achievements, building distress tolerance around mistakes, and cultivating sustainable excellence without the mental exhaustion.
23 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX (Online Only)
Roderic Burks - Integrative Mental Health
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, MS HSc, MA, LMHC, LPC
Perfectionism often arises from internalized expectations and self-critical patterns that create stress and self-doubt. I help clients explore the parts of themselves driving these tendencies and the underlying emotions behind them. Together, we work toward self-compassion, balance, and the ability to pursue goals without being ruled by fear or self-judgment.
26 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX (Online Only)
Jonathan Hock -- Therapy for Men
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Perfectionism in men often reflects a deeper struggle with control, expectation, and the desire to prove worth. It can drive relentless effort while quietly limiting fulfillment, connection, and authenticity. I work with men to explore the fears and beliefs that fuel perfectionism and how it shapes daily life and choices. The goal is not to eliminate striving, but to bring awareness and intention to it so effort aligns with purpose rather than anxiety, allowing men to engage with life more fully and freely.
3 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX
Shaina Peng
Counselor/Therapist, LPC Associate, supervised by Frank Cohn (LPC-S)
Help for harsh inner standards, fear of mistakes, and burnout cycles. We work toward sustainable effort without self-punishment.
1 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX
Melena Ayres
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-S, LCDC
Perfectionism can look like high standards on the outside—but on the inside, it often feels like pressure, fear of failure, and never feeling “good enough.” It can keep us stuck, burned out, or constantly second-guessing ourselves. I help clients move away from rigid expectations and toward self-compassion, flexibility, and a healthier, more sustainable way of showing up in their lives. We oftentimes notice a remarkable improvement in our relationship with ourselves and with others as we heal our perfectionism.
10 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX
Smee Wellness LLC
Counselor/Therapist, LPC, LCPC, LCMHC
When "good enough" never feels like enough, perfectionism can quietly run your life from the driver's seat. We explore where those standards came from and build a more flexible, self-compassionate relationship with achievement and rest.
11 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX (Online Only)
Building Harmony Counseling Services
Counselor/Therapist
We help individuals break free from the exhausting cycle of perfectionism, reduce self-criticism, and embrace self-compassion for greater balance and well-being.
17 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX
Aubrey Richardson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Perfectionism is not about high standards. It is about self-worth becoming dependent on performance, productivity, and getting things “right.” It often leads to burnout, procrastination, and a constant feeling of never doing enough.
Our work focuses on breaking the cycle of overperformance and self-pressure, helping you build a more sustainable way of functioning that does not require constant self-sacrifice.
7 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX (Online Only)
Irving sits at the heart of the Las Colinas corporate corridor — home to the headquarters of ExxonMobil, Celanese, and dozens of other major companies — creating consistent demand for therapists experienced with executive stress, workplace culture, and the psychological cost of high-stakes corporate careers. The city's large South Asian and Korean professional communities generate significant demand for culturally competent therapists who understand bicultural identity, immigration stress, and the intersection of professional ambition with family expectations. Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Irving provides institutional mental health resources, with the broader Dallas-Fort Worth metro therapy ecosystem accessible to residents across the city. Irving's role as a corporate suburb rather than a city with strong neighborhood identity means social isolation and community-building are recurring therapy themes.
Perfectionism therapists in Irving, Texas Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Irving, Texas average 12 years of experience and charge around $190 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Perfectionism (100%), Anxiety or Fears (87%), and Depression (78%).
Average years in practice
12 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$190
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 52% |
Online Only |
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| 48% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Perfectionism |
| 87% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 78% | Depression |
| 74% | Stress |
| 72% | Life Transitions |
| 72% | Self Esteem |
| 72% | Trauma and PTSD |