Perfectionism therapists in Granite City, IL
Browse Perfectionism therapists in Granite City, Illinois. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Perfectionism
Stephanie Kaufman Wolken
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Stephanie is passionate about providing evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) for older adolescents, young adults and adults with OCD, depression, anxiety and related disorders. Stephanie received her Masters in Social Work from the University of Chicago School of Social Service Administration, one of the top training institutions in the field of social work. Prior to that, she graduated cum laude from Northwestern University with a double major in Psychology and Science in Human Culture. Stephanie has provided individualized treatment across outpatient and school settings, serving patients of all ages. Additionally, she gained extensive training and experience providing evidence-based treatment across outpatient clinics specializing in OCD, anxiety and related disorders.
8 Years Experience
Online in Granite City, IL (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Juniper Mental Health
Psychologist, PhD
Perfectionism is not problematic for everyone, but for some, the drive to always do more and be better can have a negative impact on their daily stress, relationships, and take away from the life they want to be living. We have several providers on our team who have authored books and research on this very topic. Reach out to consult with our perfectionism specialists to discuss treatment.
8 Years Experience
Online in Granite City, IL (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Cultivate Your Essence
Registered Psychotherapist, LPC, LCPC, MFT
Perfectionism often creates overwhelming pressure, anxiety, self-criticism, and burnout. At Cultivate Your Essence, we help clients explore the underlying beliefs driving perfectionistic behaviors while developing healthier coping strategies, greater self-compassion, and a more balanced relationship with achievement and success.
8 Years Experience
Online in Granite City, IL (Online Only)
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
Online in Granite City, IL
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 Granite City, IL (Online Only)
Perfectionism therapists in Granite City, IL Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Granite City, IL average 13 years of experience and charge around $209 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (77%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (59%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (39%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$209
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
32%
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
| 77% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 59% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 39% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 32% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 31% | Motivational Interviewing (MI) |
| 31% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 28% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 48% | Senior |
| 48% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 52% | Women |
| 37% | LGBTQ+ |
| 28% | Men |
| 20% | Asian |
| 20% | Military / Veterans |