Perfectionism therapists in Laguna Beach, CA
Browse Perfectionism therapists in Laguna Beach, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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 Laguna Beach, CA
Online in Laguna Beach, CA
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 Laguna Beach, CA (Online Only)
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 Laguna Beach, CA
Online in Laguna Beach, CA
Perfectionism
Elena Duong
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Perfectionism is not effective because it shifts attention from progress to flaw-fixing. Instead of helping people do better, it often causes delay, stress, and self-doubt, which make work and life harder rather than more successful.
12 Years Experience
Online in Laguna Beach, CA (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Sarah Jane Thomas
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Perfectionism keeps you stuck in all-or-nothing thinking, where everything has to be perfect or it feels like a total failure. This mindset makes it really hard to exist in the grey area where life actually happens. We will explore where those rigid standards came from and practice getting comfortable with the messiness of being human instead of striving for unattainable perfection. Our work is about reminding you that you matter even when you are not producing, achieving, or grinding your way through the day.
11 Years Experience
Online in Laguna Beach, CA (Online Only)
Perfectionism therapists in Laguna Beach, CA Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Laguna Beach, CA average 13 years of experience and charge around $213 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (70%), Somatic Therapy (45%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (43%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$213
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
40%
Gender ID
| 72% |
Female |
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| 22% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
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| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 70% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Somatic Therapy |
| 43% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 42% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 40% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 34% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 32% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 72% | Young Adult |
| 64% | Senior |
| 42% | Teen |
| 23% | Children |
Client Focus
| 66% | Women |
| 51% | LGBTQ+ |
| 36% | Men |
| 34% | Asian |
| 30% | Christian |