Perfectionism therapists in Vernon, BC
Browse Perfectionism therapists in Vernon, British Columbia, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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Perfectionism
Kendra Anselmo Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Perfectionism is often a protective strategy developed to create safety, acceptance, or a sense of control. Therapy can help you explore the fears and beliefs beneath the need to get everything right, soften self-criticism, and build a more compassionate relationship with yourself where you can feel worthy without having to constantly prove it.
7 Years Experience
Online in Vernon, BC
Perfectionism
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 Vernon, BC (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Linda Szeto
Therapist, RCC, CCC
Perfectionism can leave you feeling like nothing you do is ever quite good enough. You might put pressure on yourself to get everything right, struggle to make mistakes, or find it difficult to rest without feeling guilty. My approach draws on EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Brainspotting, and somatic approaches to help you process the experiences and emotions that contribute to these patterns. Together, we can work toward loosening the grip of self-criticism and fear of failure.
1 Years Experience
Online in Vernon, BC (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Psykhe Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP
Each therapist has their own specialties, and we focus on connecting you with the clinician whose experience best fits your needs. Therapy may involve developing coping strategies, processing past experiences and childhood patterns, and cultivating greater self-compassion and emotional well-being.
8 Years Experience
Online in Vernon, BC (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Harness of Joy Psychotherapy Services
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, RCSW EMDRIA Approved Consultant & Credit Provider
Breaking the Exhausting Loop: Moving Beyond Perfectionism and Imposter Syndrome
Perfectionism rarely stems from a desire to excel—it is often a protective shield built to guard against judgment, failure, and the terrifying feeling of not being "enough." When paired with imposter syndrome, it creates an exhausting mental loop: you set impossibly high standards, burn yourself out achieving them, and then attribute your success entirely to luck or timing, waiting for the other shoe to drop and reveal you as a "fraud."
This continuous cycle keeps your nervous system trapped in high-stakes survival mode. Every project, relationship, or decision becomes a test of your worth, transforming daily life into a relentless effort to perform, over-prepare, and maintain control while secretly fearing exposure.
At Harness of Joy Psychotherapy Services, we understand the quiet exhaustion of carrying the world on your shoulders while constantly doubting your place in it. Guided by our foundational values of empathy, tailored care, and authentic growth, we offer a warm, judgment-free space to dismantle the rigid demands you place on yourself.
Through our heart-centered, integrative approach, we work with you to:
Unpack the Roots of the Protection Loop: Understand how perfectionism and self-doubt developed as coping mechanisms, shifting from harsh self-criticism to deep somatic awareness.
Soothe the Performance Alarm: Learn evidence-based nervous system regulation tools to manage the anxiety of making mistakes, delegating tasks, or setting firm boundaries.
Reclaim Authentic Self-Worth: Internalize your genuine achievements, drop the heavy mask of perfection, and cultivate quiet, grounded self-trust that doesn't depend on constant external validation.
You don't have to keep earning your right to exist through relentless achievement. Real freedom begins when you allow yourself to be human, drop the burden of proof, and step into a life fueled by genuine peace, confidence, and restored joy.
26 Years Experience
Online in Vernon, BC (Online Only)
Perfectionism therapists in Vernon, BC Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Vernon, BC average 7 years of experience and charge around $165 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Internal Family Systems (IFS) (66%), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (58%), and Somatic Therapy (55%).
Average years in practice
7 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$165
Accept insurance
79%
Offer sliding scale
55%
Gender ID
| 82% |
Female |
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| 18% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 53% |
Online Only |
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| 47% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 66% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 58% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 55% | Somatic Therapy |
| 45% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 42% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 42% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 39% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 66% | Young Adult |
| 47% | Senior |
| 37% | Teen |
| 8% | Children |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 45% | Men |
| 39% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 37% | Asian |
| 37% | LGBTQ+ |