Perfectionism therapists in Darien, CT
Browse Perfectionism therapists in Darien, Connecticut. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Perfectionism
Sarah Gersick
Psychologist, Ph.D.
When new stressors arise, they can activate old patterns like perfectionism that make it hard to cope in a healthy way. It helps to have a place to talk through what is happening today while also working to understand how the past is contributing to present symptoms. I am an experienced psychodynamic psychologist who can help you do both, so you can learn techniques to reduce distress you are feeling now, and make deep changes that lead to better coping in the future.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Darien, CT
Online in Darien, CT
Perfectionism
Ayden Ferstenberg
Psychologist, PsyD
You may be accomplished, dependable, and highly capable, yet rarely feel satisfied with what you do. Mistakes can feel disproportionately threatening, rest can bring guilt, and even meaningful achievements may provide only brief relief before the next internal imperative takes over. I work with high achievers who are tired of being driven by self-criticism, fear of failure, or the feeling that they must continually prove their worth. Rather than simply trying to counteract perfectionist urges, we explore what perfectionism has come to mean and what it helps you avoid or protect against. The goal is to preserve your ambition while loosening the grip of the inner critic, so that your effort becomes a value-driven choice rather than a condition you use to determine your worth.
5 Years Experience
Online in Darien, CT (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Paul T. Haefner, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Perfectionism looks like high standards from the outside and feels like never being enough on the inside. It fuels real achievement and... quiet exhaustion, procrastination, and dread of failing in front of others. I help high-achievers, athletes, and professionals keep the drive while loosening its grip: separating your worth from your performance, so you can pursue excellence without punishing yourself for being human.
35 Years Experience
Online in Darien, CT
Perfectionism
Karen Nadel
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Perfectionism can be exhausting. The pressure to do everything exactly right, meet impossibly high standards, or avoid making mistakes can leave you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or never quite good enough. In therapy, I help clients understand the beliefs and fears that drive perfectionism, while developing a more flexible and compassionate relationship with themselves. Together, we work on challenging all-or-nothing thinking, reducing self-criticism, and learning to tolerate uncertainty and mistakes without feeling that everything is at risk. Treatment may also include practical strategies for managing procrastination, overthinking, and the difficulty of feeling satisfied with accomplishments. The goal is not to give up your ambition or high standards, but to help you pursue what matters to you without being controlled by the need to be perfect.
19 Years Experience
Online in Darien, CT
Perfectionism
Michael Selbst
Psychologist, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA-NJ
Our team has extensive training and expertise in evaluating, treating, and consulting in the area of perfectionism.
28 Years Experience
Online in Darien, CT
Perfectionism therapists in Darien, CT Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Darien, CT average 14 years of experience and charge around $217 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (83%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (60%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (37%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$217
Accept insurance
42%
Offer sliding scale
27%
Gender ID
| 69% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 53% |
In Person and Online |
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| 47% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 83% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 60% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 32% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 32% | Motivational Interviewing (MI) |
| 32% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 28% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 43% | Senior |
| 37% | Teen |
| 12% | Children |
Client Focus
| 55% | Women |
| 33% | LGBTQ+ |
| 30% | Men |
| 22% | Asian |
| 22% | Black / African American |