Perfectionism therapists in Augusta, Maine ME
We are proud to feature top rated Perfectionism therapists in Augusta. We encourage you to review each profile to find your best match.
Perfectionism
Dr. Elizabeth Coldren
Psychologist, PSYD, PSYPACT
I work with people who hold themselves to very high standards and feel the cost of that internally. Perfectionism can look like overworking, difficulty stopping, constant self‑criticism, or a sense that nothing is ever quite enough. It can also look like procrastination, avoidance, or shutting down when something feels too overwhelming or too important to get wrong. Many people I see are highly responsible and often successful on the outside, but feel tense, depleted, or quietly anxious much of the time.
Perfectionism often develops as a way to stay safe, cope with unpredictability, or manage early experiences where being competent, careful, or invisible felt necessary. Over time, these strategies can become exhausting. You may notice that you rarely feel satisfied, that rest feels undeserved, or that you are harder on yourself than anyone else would ever be, even when you are doing your best.
In our work together, we make space for the part of you that strives and the part of you that is tired of striving. Rather than forcing you to “let go” of high standards, we get curious about what perfectionism has been protecting and what it is costing you now. We pay attention to how perfectionism shows up in your body, thoughts, and relationships, and look for ways of relating to yourself that are still responsible and thoughtful but less punishing, so you can experience more ease, satisfaction, and permission to be human in your work, relationships, and inner life. Working with perfectionism is a central part of my practice, and I have deep respect for how hard you’ve been working to hold everything together.
26 Years Experience
Online in Augusta, ME Maine
Perfectionism
Shannon Gorres
Life Coach, MDiv, MA
I used to joke that I'm a "recovering perfectionist," but trying to recover from it might just be another way of holding ourselves to someone else's standard (of not being "uptight" or "too good" or something). I think the real key is to figure out what our internal compass really wants to point us to. If we were born to pay attention and excel, let's do that in a way that helps us and others thrive, with less shame and stress when we mess up. I'm an Enneagram 1 (I lead with a personality type that can be called "perfectionist" or "idealist"). Maybe you are an Enneagram 1, or a 2 (a people pleaser), or 3 (an achiever). Or maybe you weren't born this way, but your parents pressured you into perfectionism. However perfectionism intersects with your personality, let's find a way to honor its gifts while asking it to rest a bit so other parts of you can also shine.
11 Years Experience
Online in Augusta, ME Maine
Perfectionism
Dr. Vanessa Vitiello
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist
I help individuals understand and shift patterns of perfectionism that contribute to anxiety, self-criticism, and burnout. Together, we work toward developing more flexible, compassionate ways of relating to yourself.
11 Years Experience
Online in Augusta, ME Maine (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Jason Holland
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Perfectionism often looks like high standards, but it is usually driven by fear of failure, criticism, or not being enough. We can work on loosening the pressure without lowering what you value. The focus is on more flexible thinking, better self-compassion, and the ability to take action without needing everything to be flawless.
25 Years Experience
Online in Augusta, ME Maine
Perfectionism
Christine Sparacino
Psychologist, PsyD
Claudia Blackwell talks about how perfectionism is born out of shame. It's a quote that has stuck with me for years. Perfectionism causes us to feel like we are never good enough, directly attacking our self-worth. Supportive therapy can help us identify the attacks of perfectionism, learn the language of our inner critic, and forge a path forward with self-compassion and self-acceptance.
23 Years Experience
Online in Augusta, ME Maine (Online Only)
Perfectionism therapists in Augusta, Maine Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Augusta, Maine average 14 years of experience and charge around $214 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (80%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (48%), and Motivational Interviewing (MI) (32%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$214
Accept insurance
32%
Offer sliding scale
36%
Gender ID
| 77% |
Female |
|
| 19% |
Male |
|
| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
|
Session Type
| 56% |
Online Only |
|
| 44% |
In Person and Online |
|
Top Treatment Approaches
| 80% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 48% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 32% | Motivational Interviewing (MI) |
| 32% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 32% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 32% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 32% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 40% | Teen |
| 36% | Senior |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 52% | Women |
| 32% | LGBTQ+ |
| 28% | Men |
| 24% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 20% | Black / African American |