Perfectionism therapists in Cary, IL
Browse Perfectionism therapists in Cary, Illinois. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Perfectionism
Brittany Statler, Intuitive Wellness Therapy Group
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Headline: When "Doing it All" Still Feels Like Falling Behind
The Burden of Being "The Best"
To the world, you have it together. You are the high-achiever, the reliable one, the one who doesn't miss a detail. But internally, the "inner critic" is never satisfied. Whether it’s at work, in your relationships, or in your own self-image, you feel like you are one mistake away from being "exposed." This relentless drive for perfection isn't just a habit—it’s a survival strategy that has left you burnt out and disconnected.
My Approach: From Performance to Presence
In my private-pay practice, we don't just "talk" about your stress. We work to dismantle the rigid rules that keep you stuck. I help high-achieving perfectionists move from a life of constant performance to one of authentic presence. Using an integrated approach, we will:
Neutralize the Inner Critic: Learn to hear the perfectionist voice without letting it drive your decisions.
Embrace "Good Enough": Build the psychological flexibility to prioritize your well-being over an impossible standard.
Reconnect with Values: Pivot your energy away from external validation and toward the things that actually bring you fulfillment.
20 Years Experience
Online in Cary, IL (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Vickie Bhatia
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Perfectionism can often look like a good thing from the outside, but feel like a trap from the inside. Maybe that shows up as the inability to finish something because it's not good enough, maybe it's the exhausting internal critic that never seems to shut up, or maybe it's the fear that resting means falling behind. I help clients loosen perfectionism's grip without losing the drive and standards that matter to them.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Cary, IL
Online in Cary, IL
Perfectionism
Andrew McKenzie, Psy.D.
Psychologist
Perfectionism often begins as an attempt to stay safe, earn approval, or avoid disappointment, but over time it can become exhausting. Rather than fighting those perfectionistic parts of yourself, we'll become curious about what they're trying to protect and how they learned to take on that role. Together, we'll cultivate greater self-compassion and psychological flexibility so you can pursue excellence without being controlled by impossible standards. You can still have high aspirations while giving yourself permission to be fully human.
15 Years Experience
In-Person Near Cary, IL
Online in Cary, IL
Perfectionism
Centered Therapy Chicago
Psychologist, PsyD
We work with clients who experience perfectionism.
13 Years Experience
In-Person Near Cary, IL
Online in Cary, IL
Perfectionism
Anne Zakaras
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, ATR-BC, PMH-C
Anne is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Board Certified Art Therapist specializing in the treatment of perfectionism, high-functioning anxiety, and professional burnout. In her warm and collaborative practice, she helps clients break free from chronic overthinking, fear of failure, and the relentless pressure to perform. By blending traditional, evidence-based psychotherapy with Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and art therapy techniques, Anne provides practical tools to quiet the inner critic and regulate a stressed nervous system. Her advanced training allows her to address perfectionism across diverse life experiences, including maternal/parental pressure, complex life transitions, and navigating health challenges or chronic illness.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Cary, IL
Online in Cary, IL
Perfectionism therapists in Cary, IL Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Cary, IL average 13 years of experience and charge around $210 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (79%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (59%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (40%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$210
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
33%
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
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
| 79% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 59% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 40% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 33% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 31% | Motivational Interviewing (MI) |
| 31% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 29% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 79% | Young Adult |
| 49% | Senior |
| 47% | Teen |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 53% | Women |
| 37% | LGBTQ+ |
| 29% | Men |
| 20% | Asian |
| 20% | Military / Veterans |