Perfectionism Therapists in Dublin, Ireland

Perfectionism is one of the primary areas of focus in my practice. I work with adults who set exceptionally high standards for themselves and struggle with self-criticism, fear of failure, overthinking, procrastination, or the persistent sense that what they accomplish is never quite enough. My approach helps clients understand the deeper patterns driving perfectionism while developing greater flexibility, self-compassion, and the ability to pursue meaningful goals without their worth depending on how well they perform.

Dublin has transformed rapidly from a relatively insular city into a major European technology hub — home to the European headquarters of Google, Meta, and many other multinationals — generating significant demand for therapists experienced with burnout, imposter syndrome, and the psychological cost of high-performance corporate environments. The city's severe housing crisis is a defining source of anxiety for many residents, particularly younger people who grew up in Dublin but struggle to remain there affordably. Ireland's historically complex relationship with institutional religion means many clients seek therapists who can hold nuanced conversations about religious trauma, inherited values, and personal identity. The national public health service (HSE) provides limited psychotherapy access, and most Dublin therapy takes place through private practice or employer assistance programmes.

Gender ID

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Female

Session Type

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Online Only

Top Treatment Approaches

100%	Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
100%	Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
100%	Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
100%	Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
100%	Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
100%	Existential / Humanistic Therapy
100%	Feminist Therapy

Ages Served

100%	Adult
100%	Young Adult

Client Focus

100%	LGBTQ+
100%	Men
100%	Women

Perfectionism therapists in Dublin, Ireland

Kelly McAleer