Perfectionism therapists in Costa Mesa, California CA
Costa Mesa Therapists (Statistics)
Average years in practice
19 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$163
Gender ID
| 83% |
Female |
|
| 17% |
Male |
|
Session Type
| 50% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 50% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 100% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 67% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 50% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 50% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 50% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 50% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 50% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
We are proud to feature top rated Perfectionism therapists in Costa Mesa. We encourage you to review each profile to find your best match.
Perfectionism
New Beginnings Christian Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Perfectionism can feel like a constant pressure to perform, achieve, or appear “good enough,” often leaving you exhausted, anxious, or self-critical. It’s usually rooted in early experiences, fear of failure, or unmet expectations. In therapy, we explore the beliefs driving perfectionistic patterns, develop healthier self-compassion, and create practical strategies for balance and emotional freedom. With Christ-centered guidance, you’ll learn to embrace progress over perfection, honor your worth, and live with greater peace and authenticity.
15 Years Experience
In-Person Near Costa Mesa, CA
Online in Costa Mesa, CA California
Perfectionism
Heidi Hartston
Psychologist, PhD
Therapy can help you navigate the traps related to perfectionism, including procrastination, self-criticism, fear of failure, imposter syndrome, overthinking and fear of falling short. We can work to quiet the inner critic, address black and white thinking in evaluating yourself and your work, and find purpose driven motivation (rather than fear driven). Shifting your inner conversation can result in great relief and can unlock your creativity, reinvigorate your interest and have you feeling proud of your work and your skillset. I combine insightful, caring depth work with evidence based techniques that effectively free you from self-sabotaging patterns, and help you to build the balanced, happy life you deserve.
35 Years Experience
Online in Costa Mesa, CA California (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Timothy Weymann
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.)
Perfectionism can look like achievement, drive, and high standards on the outside—but on the inside, it often feels like pressure, self-criticism, and never quite being “enough.” As a therapist who works with perfectionism, I help clients untangle the fear and self-doubt that fuel the constant striving, and create space for a more balanced, compassionate way of living. Together, we’ll explore where these patterns began, how they show up in your relationships, work, and self-talk, and what they may be protecting you from. Therapy isn’t about lowering your standards—it’s about shifting from harsh self-judgment to sustainable growth. You can pursue excellence without sacrificing your well-being. My approach is thoughtful, collaborative, and practical. We’ll build tools to quiet your inner critic, tolerate imperfection, and reconnect with your values—so success feels fulfilling rather than exhausting. You deserve a life driven by intention, not fear.
14 Years Experience
Online in Costa Mesa, CA California (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Rima Danielle Jomaa
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Perfectionism isn't really about high standards — it's about fear. Fear of failure, judgment, and not being enough. I work with high-achieving clients who are exhausted by their own inner critic, using CBT, hypnotherapy, and parts work to dismantle the perfectionist patterns that are quietly running — and often ruining — their lives. The goal isn't to stop caring. It's to stop suffering.
17 Years Experience
Online in Costa Mesa, CA California (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Layla Ashley Psychotherapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Perfectionism can create constant pressure to perform or appear flawless. In sessions, we explore how to shift rigid expectations, and cultivate a healthier relationship with achievement and self-worth.
23 Years Experience
Online in Costa Mesa, CA California