Perfectionism therapists in Chula Vista, California CA
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Perfectionism
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 California (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Amy @ Inner Nature Therapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, PMH-C
Perfectionism is the thief of joy! As a recovering perfectionist myself, I will be kind but honest with you when I notice perfectionism creeping in to your thinking and self-image. By gently rooting it out, I can support you towards accepting things as they are while remaining confident in yourself and motivated to make positive changes.
13 Years Experience
Online in Chula Vista, CA California (Online Only)
Perfectionism
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 California
Perfectionism
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
Perfectionism
Nes Pinar Psychotherapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Many people don’t realize that perfectionism isn’t about doing things perfectly—it’s about feeling like anything less than what they had in their minds is unacceptable. This mindset often creates constant self‑criticism, pressure, and a sense that nothing is ever “good enough,” even when you’re working incredibly hard. I help clients notice these patterns with compassion and begin shifting toward a more grounded, accepting way of relating to themselves.
15 Years Experience
Online in Chula Vista, CA California
Chula Vista is one of California's fastest-growing cities and sits directly north of the US-Mexico border, with a predominantly Hispanic population and a large community of residents who maintain close ties to Tijuana — making bilingual Spanish-English therapy not a specialty but a basic access requirement for much of the population. The city's location within the broader San Diego metro means residents have access to the full range of institutional mental health resources, including Scripps Health and Sharp HealthCare, while Chula Vista's own private therapy community has expanded significantly alongside its population growth. The city's significant Filipino community and growing South Asian population add further dimensions to the demand for culturally competent care. Military families connected to Naval Base San Diego also form part of the local therapy clientele given the city's proximity to base housing.
Perfectionism therapists in Chula Vista, California Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Chula Vista, California average 14 years of experience and charge around $203 per session. 98% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (71%), Somatic Therapy (49%), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) (46%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$203
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
41%
Gender ID
| 73% |
Female |
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| 15% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 6% |
Gender Fluid |
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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
| 71% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 49% | Somatic Therapy |
| 46% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 44% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 39% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 39% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 39% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 85% | Young Adult |
| 59% | Senior |
| 46% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 68% | Women |
| 54% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 37% | Asian |
| 37% | Persons with Disabilities |