Perfectionism therapists in Tucson, AZ
Browse Perfectionism therapists in Tucson, Arizona. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Kelly O'Connor
Counselor/Therapist, LPC, NCC, ADHD-CCSP
Perfectionism can create constant pressure and self-criticism that’s tough to shake. Together, we identify the patterns behind these high expectations, practice self-compassion, and develop flexible, achievable goals. In a supportive, collaborative space, we work to reduce the stress perfectionism causes and build a healthier, more balanced mindset.
17 Years Experience
In-Person in Tucson, AZ 85718
Online in Tucson, AZ
Desert to Peaks Psychology
Psychologist, Ph.D., LP
Our approach to working with perfectionism is compassionate, insight-driven, and practical. Perfectionism often develops as a strategy for achieving, gaining approval, or protecting against failure, and it can coexist with high ambition and success. Together, we explore the underlying fears, standards, and self-beliefs that fuel the pressure, while separating healthy striving from patterns that lead to burnout, anxiety, or self-criticism. Sessions may focus on helping you build more flexible thinking, strengthen self-compassion, and redefine worth beyond productivity or performance. Through evidence-based tools and thoughtful challenge, your therapist will help you work toward maintaining excellence without sacrificing well-being.
7 Years Experience
Online in Tucson, AZ
Dr. Shannon Coleman
Psychologist, PhD
Perfectionism can create relentless pressure to perform, avoid mistakes, or meet impossibly high standards. Therapy can help you examine the beliefs underlying perfectionism, develop more flexible expectations, and pursue goals without being controlled by fear of failure or criticism.
21 Years Experience
Online in Tucson, AZ (Online Only)
Cascade Psychological Services, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD, PMH-C
Perfectionism often develops as more than a preference for high standards; it can become a way of securing approval, preventing criticism, or managing uncertainty. We explore the experiences that made achievement and control feel necessary while practicing more flexible, values-based ways of working, resting, relating, and taking risks.
16 Years Experience
Online in Tucson, AZ
Dr. Heather Sheets
Psychologist, PsyD
Perfectionism can look like ambition, high standards, or simply wanting to do things well. But underneath the drive to get everything right can be a persistent fear of failure, criticism, disappointment, or not being enough.
You may find yourself overthinking decisions, setting unrealistic expectations, being highly self-critical, or feeling that no matter what you accomplish, it is never quite enough. You may have learned to measure your worth by your productivity, success, appearance, relationships, or ability to meet the expectations of others.
I work with individuals who struggle with perfectionism to understand where these patterns come from and how they may be affecting the way they experience themselves and their lives. Together, we explore the core beliefs and internal expectations that fuel the need to be perfect and examine how those beliefs influence your thoughts, emotions, relationships, and choices.
Using cognitive behavioral, emotion-focused, mindfulness-based, and strength-based approaches, I help you develop a more compassionate and realistic relationship with yourself. We work on challenging all-or-nothing thinking, tolerating uncertainty and mistakes, and separating your sense of self-worth from your accomplishments.
The goal is not to make you care less or give up the qualities that have helped you succeed. Rather, it is to help you pursue what matters to you without being driven by fear, self-criticism, or the belief that you must be perfect to be worthy.
You don't have to choose between striving for meaningful goals and being at peace with yourself. Therapy can help you create a healthier balance—one where you can achieve, grow, and succeed while also allowing yourself to be human.
19 Years Experience
Online in Tucson, AZ
Perfectionism therapists in Tucson, AZ Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Tucson, AZ average 14 years of experience and charge around $200 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (85%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (52%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (31%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$200
Accept insurance
39%
Offer sliding scale
26%
Gender ID
| 69% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 85% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 52% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 31% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 30% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 30% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 28% | Motivational Interviewing (MI) |
| 26% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 72% | Young Adult |
| 34% | Senior |
| 33% | Teen |
| 11% | Children |
Client Focus
| 51% | Women |
| 31% | LGBTQ+ |
| 26% | Men |
| 20% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 20% | Military / Veterans |