Perfectionism therapists in Chula Vista, CA
Browse Perfectionism therapists in Chula Vista, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Mary Mallinson Therapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Perfectionism often shows up as pressure, self-criticism, and fear of failure. Together, we explore the roots of perfectionism and work toward building self-compassion, flexibility, and a more balanced, sustainable way of relating to yourself.
5 Years Experience
Online in Chula Vista, CA (Online Only)
Tara McGrath
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
You may not identify as a "perfectionist" because you're not doing things perfectly. In reality, people who struggle with perfectionism feel like they're never performing well enough, and they can always find the flaws in everything they do. These tendencies can also with correlate with procrastination. I work with people to improve their self-compassion and self-worth to allow for excellence instead of unrealistic perfection.
23 Years Experience
In-Person Near Chula Vista, CA
Online in Chula Vista, CA
Hayden Dover
Marriage and Family Therapist, MFT, CST
Perfectionism often looks like high standards, but underneath it there may be anxiety, self-pressure, fear of mistakes, shame, or difficulty trusting yourself. I work with perfectionism as a pattern that can limit freedom, pleasure, creativity, and connection. Our work focuses on understanding what perfectionism is protecting, how it lives in the body and relationships, and how to build more flexibility, self-acceptance, and alignment with your values.
22 Years Experience
In-Person Near Chula Vista, CA
Online in Chula Vista, CA
Dr. Divya Kakaiya Healthy Within
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist Ph. D M.S. BCN-L
Perfectionism is a nervous system in a constant state of threat — the brain scanning relentlessly for error, inadequacy, and judgment, driven by hyperactive self-monitoring circuits that never power down.
Neurofeedback quiets this exhausting vigilance by retraining the brain's arousal and self-evaluation networks toward a calmer baseline. Standards don't disappear — but the neurological terror behind them does, replacing driven anxiety with genuine, sustainable motivation.
41 Years Experience
In-Person Near Chula Vista, CA
Dr. Jag Soni
Psychologist, Ph.D., HSPP, PCC, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
While the drive for excellence is often rewarded, the weight of Perfectionism and "never being enough" leads to burnout and paralysis. Drawing on 35 years of clinical experience, I help you shift from self-criticism to a resilient, high-functioning sense of self. We work to uncover the root of your perfectionistic standards and foster the internal changes needed to achieve your goals without sacrificing your mental well-being. In a private Telehealth setting, I provide a sophisticated space to help you trade the burden of perfection for an authentic and manageable life. Contact me to schedule your first appointment.
36 Years Experience
Online in Chula Vista, CA (Online Only)
Perfectionism therapists in Chula Vista, CA Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Chula Vista, CA average 14 years of experience and charge around $214 per session. 98% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (72%), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) (42%), and Somatic Therapy (40%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$214
Accept insurance
42%
Offer sliding scale
34%
Gender ID
| 69% |
Female |
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| 23% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 54% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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| 2% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 72% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 42% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 40% | Somatic Therapy |
| 38% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 34% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 32% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 32% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 72% | Young Adult |
| 64% | Senior |
| 42% | Teen |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 70% | Women |
| 52% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Asian |
| 38% | Men |
| 34% | Christian |