Perfectionism therapists in Alberta, Canada
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Vanessa Fingland
Counsellor/Therapist, CCPCPR.cand, RPC-C
Perfectionism can leave you feeling like nothing you do is ever good enough, driving anxiety, self criticism, procrastination, and constant pressure to meet impossible standards. Together, we'll explore the beliefs and patterns that fuel perfectionism, build self compassion, and develop healthier ways of measuring your worth that aren't based on achievement alone. My goal is to help you let go of unrealistic expectations so you can feel more confident, balanced, and free to enjoy your life.
8 Years Experience
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Northwest Territories, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Saskatchewan, Yukon
(Online Only)
Rachel Bradley
Psychologist, MA, Registered Psychologist
I provide support for adults struggling with perfectionism, helping them manage self-critical thoughts, unrealistic standards, and fear of failure. Therapy focuses on understanding the underlying causes, challenging unhelpful beliefs, and developing strategies for self-compassion, flexibility, and balanced achievement. The goal is to help clients reduce stress, improve confidence, and embrace growth without the pressure of perfection.
3 Years Experience
In-Person in Calgary, AB T2T 4G4
Online in
Alberta
Shelley Hanna Psychology
Psychologist, MACP Registered Psychologist
Perfectionism can get in the way of living life in ways that sometimes aren't realized, as our relationship with ourselves and life can be overwhelming hard on ourselves. Effective therapies ca be DBT, CBT, EMDR, ACT which all provide opportunities to gain a gentler relationship with ourselves.
24 Years Experience
Serenity Ridge Therapy
Counsellor/Therapist, RP (Qualifying), CCC
Understanding the pressures of high standards and self-criticism, and learning how to shift toward more flexible, compassionate ways of relating to yourself and others.
1 Years Experience
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, Saskatchewan
(Online Only)
Viewpoint Calgary Psychological Services
Psychologist, RPsych
When high standards cross the line into perfectionism, life can feel like an endless treadmill where nothing you do is ever quite "good enough." Driven by an relentless inner critic, fear of making mistakes, or the overwhelming pressure to manage every detail, you may find yourself trapped between burnout on one side and paralysis on the other. You shouldn't have to earn your self-worth through constant productivity, nor do you have to live in fear of falling short.
At Viewpoint Psychological Services in Calgary, our therapists offer a grounding, non-judgmental space to help you step off the performance cycle. Using evidence-based approaches—such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)—we partner with you to quiet the pressure, reframe your relationship with mistakes, and cultivate a deeper sense of internal peace.
Together, we’ll help you:
- Soften the Inner Critic: Untangle your intrinsic self-worth from achievement and flawless execution, learning to treat yourself with genuine kindness when things don't go as planned.
- Overcome Paralysis & Procrastination: Break free from all-or-nothing thinking so you can take confident action without being held back by the fear of imperfection.
- Redefine Sustainable Success: Establish healthy boundaries around work and life, set realistic standards, and discover a lasting sense of worthiness exactly as you are.
You don't have to keep burning yourself out to prove your value. Let’s partner together to help you trade the pressure of perfection for balance, authenticity, and genuine ease.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Calgary, AB T2N 1M7
Online in
Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Nunavut