Perfectionism therapists in Ventura, California CA
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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
In-Person in Ventura, CA 93003
Online in Ventura, CA California
Perfectionism
Allie Michie, MS
Marriage and Family Therapist, AMFT159347
Perfectionism often looks like high standards from the outside, but on the inside it can feel like never being enough. I work with clients to get curious about where that drive comes from, what it's protecting, and how to build a relationship with yourself that's a little more honest and a lot more kind.
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near Ventura, CA
Online in Ventura, CA California
Perfectionism
Sandy Kong
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT 119380
Therapy for perfectionism focuses on reducing rigid, unrealistic standards, and alleviating associated anxiety, depression, or burnout. Perfectionism is seen as a trauma response. Trauma has shaped someone's life into believing that they have to be "perfect" in order to be "loveable" or "worthy". The most effective approach is generally learning how to identify and challenge distorted beliefs; changing your relationship with perfectionistic thoughts and focusing on values over flawlessness; exploring early life experiences and deep-rooted causes behind the need for control; develop
mindfulness-based approaches to help manage anxiety by staying present, reducing the need for constant, perfect self-presentation; and cultivating kindness toward oneself, especially when facing imperfections or failures.
11 Years Experience
Online in Ventura, CA California
Perfectionism
Michelle Roberts
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
It can feel like a treadmill that you can't slow down. Goal posts always moving. Let's unpack the origin story of this struggle and start making small shifts that honor your needs and boundaries.
12 Years Experience
Online in Ventura, CA California (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Margaret Graham
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Perfectionism isn't actually about having high standards – it's about never feeling good enough no matter what you achieve. You set impossible bars, beat yourself up when you inevitably fall short, and exhaust yourself trying to control outcomes that aren't fully controllable. You might procrastinate because if you can't do something perfectly, why start? Or you might over-prepare to the point of diminishing returns, triple-checking work that was fine three versions ago. The anxiety underneath perfectionism is relentless: the fear of being exposed as inadequate, the worry that one mistake will unravel everything, the belief that your worth depends on flawless performance. I work with clients to understand where perfectionism took root (often it developed as a survival strategy in childhood), distinguish between healthy striving and self-punishing standards, and learn to tolerate the discomfort of "good enough." We'll explore what you're actually afraid will happen if you're not perfect, practice self-compassion when you mess up, and build tolerance for the vulnerability of being imperfect and still worthy. The goal isn't lowering your standards – it's unhooking your self-worth from impossible ones.
13 Years Experience
Online in Ventura, CA California (Online Only)
Perfectionism therapists in Ventura, California Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Ventura, California average 14 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (83%), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) (50%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (47%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Accept insurance
53%
Offer sliding scale
44%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 22% |
Male |
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| 9% |
Non-Binary |
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| 7% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 83% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 50% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 47% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 47% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 44% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 44% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 42% | Somatic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 61% | Senior |
| 47% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 69% | Women |
| 58% | LGBTQ+ |
| 39% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 39% | Men |
| 39% | Persons with Disabilities |