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Perfectionism therapists in Costa Mesa, CA

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Irvine, California therapist: Melissa Berschauer, marriage and family therapist
Perfectionism

Melissa Berschauer

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Holding yourself to impossible standards usually results in a lot of anxiety and procrastination rather than actual satisfaction. Feeling burned out is sometimes the next level of perfectionism. I help you untangle your worth from your productivity, allowing you to breathe a little easier without losing your drive.  
14 Years Experience
Online in Costa Mesa, CA (Online Only)
San Diego, California therapist: Amy @ Inner Nature Therapy, licensed clinical social worker
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 Costa Mesa, CA (Online Only)
Los Angeles, California therapist: David Sudyka, marriage and family therapist
Perfectionism

David Sudyka

Marriage and Family Therapist, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Perfectionism can create constant pressure to get everything right, often leading to stress, procrastination, or feeling like nothing is ever good enough. It can be hard to relax or feel satisfied with what you accomplish. In therapy we will work on understanding where these patterns come from and how to shift them into something more balanced. The goal is to help you feel more flexible, more self accepting, and less weighed down by expectations.  
4 Years Experience
Online in Costa Mesa, CA (Online Only)
Irvine, California therapist: Monica M. Huston, marriage and family therapist
Perfectionism

Monica M. Huston

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Perfectionism often develops as a way to manage anxiety, self-worth, and fear of failure. While it can lead to high achievement, it can also create pressure, rigidity, and dissatisfaction. I help individuals understand the underlying drivers of perfectionism and develop more flexible, balanced ways of approaching themselves and their work.  
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Costa Mesa, CA
Online in Costa Mesa, CA
Long Beach, California therapist: Freestyle Supervision and EMDR Group LLC, counselor/therapist
Perfectionism

Freestyle Supervision and EMDR Group LLC

Counselor/Therapist, LPCC-S, LEP, NCC, APCC, AMFT, ASW, NCC
Perfectionism is often a survival strategy used to feel safe or worthy. We help you peel back the layers of high-functioning anxiety to find a life based on "good enough" and genuine self-acceptance  
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near Costa Mesa, CA
Online in Costa Mesa, CA
Long Beach, California therapist: LaTianna Williams, Therapy, Sexology, and Holistic Tantra, marriage and family therapist
Perfectionism

LaTianna Williams, Therapy, Sexology, and Holistic Tantra

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, CTRS, ABS
Perfectionism and Imposter’s Syndrome: Perfectionism can create the illusion of success while quietly fueling anxiety, self-criticism, burnout, procrastination, and fear of failure. No matter how much you achieve, it may never feel like enough. I help clients uncover the beliefs and experiences driving perfectionism and develop healthier ways of relating to themselves and their goals. Together, we’ll cultivate self-compassion, resilience, and a more balanced approach to achievement. This work is about letting go of impossible standards and creating space for growth, authenticity, and genuine fulfillment.  
8 Years Experience
Online in Costa Mesa, CA (Online Only)
Yorba Linda, California therapist: New Beginnings Christian Counseling, marriage and family therapist
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
Arcadia, California therapist: G. Roman Gupta, LCSW, therapist
Perfectionism

G. Roman Gupta, LCSW

Therapist, LCSW
I have been practicing for almost 20 years and I have a strength-based, trauma-informed, culturally aware, LGBTQ+ affirmative, sex positive, kink positive, poly affirming, feminist perspective. I have trained and practiced in a variety of treatment methods that offer us a variety of ways to meet your goals whether as an individual, couple, or family.  
18 Years Experience
In-Person Near Costa Mesa, CA
Online in Costa Mesa, CA
San Diego, California therapist: Mary Mallinson Therapy, licensed clinical social worker
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 Costa Mesa, CA (Online Only)
Los Angeles, California therapist: Heidi Hartston, psychologist
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 (Online Only)

Perfectionism therapists in Costa Mesa, California Statistics

Perfectionism therapists in Costa Mesa, California average 13 years of experience and charge around $202 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (80%), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) (51%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (46%).

Average years in practice

13 Years Experience

Average cost per session

$202

Accept insurance

49%

Offer sliding scale

41%

Gender ID

71% Female
19% Male
6% Non-Binary
4% Gender Fluid

Session Type

51% Online Only
49% In Person and Online

Top Treatment Approaches

80% Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
51% Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
46% Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
46% Psychodynamic Therapy
44% Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
44% Somatic Therapy
44% Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Ages Served

98% Adult
80% Young Adult
59% Senior
44% Teen
17% Children

Client Focus

71% Women
59% LGBTQ+
37% Persons with Disabilities
37% Hispanic / Latino
37% Men