Perfectionism therapists in San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA California (Online Only)
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 in San Diego, CA 92121
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 San Diego, 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 in San Diego, CA 92116
Online in San Diego, CA California
Perfectionism
Melanie Simms
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I believe that self-compassion is the antidote for perfectionism. I work with clients to heal from early traumatic experiences that may have led to the development of perfectionism as a coping mechanism. I help clients develop their overall feeling of self-worth and treat themselves with greater compassion to reduce perfectionistic tendencies.
11 Years Experience
Online in San Diego, CA California
San Diego's identity as a major military and biotech hub creates dual demand for therapists specializing in veteran trauma and PTSD on one hand, and the high-functioning anxiety and burnout of the life sciences industry on the other. The city's large active-duty population at Naval Base San Diego and Camp Pendleton means therapists with military specialty training are consistently sought after, and many practices are specifically oriented toward service members and their families. San Diego's border location and large Latino population drive demand for bilingual therapists and culturally affirming care for immigrant and mixed-status families. Scripps Health and UC San Diego Health provide institutional mental health anchors across the county.
Perfectionism therapists in San Diego, California Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in San Diego, 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 |