Perfectionism therapists in South Portland Gardens, Maine ME
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Perfectionism
Shelley Klammer
Counselor/Therapist, MTC, REACE, FOT, CHyp
Unhealed core wounds can instigate an anxiety-driven "perfection plan" for happiness that you hope will compensate for your deepest fears about yourself. Negative core wound identities sound like this: I am not good enough. I am not important. I am flawed. I am not worthy. I am not valued. I don’t deserve love. I am not acceptable the way I am. I am too different. I don’t belong. I am not worthy of love. I am a burden. I am weird. I am a loser. I am not wanted. I am inadequate. I am powerless. I am unlovable. I am alone.
Like all people, you have a unique longing in your heart for something higher and more fulfilling. This differs from perfect ego fantasies seeking to compensate for core wound pain. You might have a genuine soul longing for a beautiful love relationship or financial freedom, for example. You might ache to express who you truly are in the world, or perhaps you want to find your core strength and accomplish something magnificent. Your deeper joy is blocked by unhealed childhood core wound pain, and it can be healed.
20 Years Experience
Online in South Portland Gardens, ME Maine (Online Only)
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 South Portland Gardens, ME Maine
Perfectionism
Dr. Jana Rundle
Psychologist, Psy.D., PMH-C
Perfectionism can create constant pressure to do everything “right,” leaving many women feeling anxious, self-critical, and exhausted from trying to meet impossible standards. This often shows up for high-achieving women who are used to performing at a high level, as well as for mothers who feel an intense pressure to be the “perfect” parent. You may find yourself overthinking decisions, feeling guilty when you fall short of your own expectations, or struggling to relax because it feels like there is always more you should be doing. In therapy, we explore the patterns and beliefs that drive perfectionism and work toward developing a more balanced and compassionate way of relating to yourself. My work focuses on helping high-achieving women and mothers loosen the grip of perfectionism, manage anxiety and self-criticism, and move through life with greater flexibility, confidence, and self-trust.
13 Years Experience
Online in South Portland Gardens, ME Maine
Perfectionism
Loren Soeiro
Psychologist, Ph.D. ABPP
Perfectionism often appears as dedication to high achievement, yet privately it involves constant self-criticism and the fear of making mistakes. Rather than asking you to lower your standards, I would work to explore the origins of those expectations and the ways in which they function, in your life. The aim is to pursue excellence with flexibility—to maintain your ambitions while strengthening self-respect, balance, and sustainable motivation.
16 Years Experience
Online in South Portland Gardens, ME Maine
Perfectionism
Dr. Brittany Jacobson
Psychologist, PhD, CST
Perfectionism often looks like high standards on the surface, but underneath can be a fear of failure, criticism, or not being enough. I help you understand the roots of these patterns while gradually loosening their grip. Together, we will work toward a more flexible, self-compassionate way of relating to yourself and your goals. This way you can still be productive but also feel more at peace.
10 Years Experience
Online in South Portland Gardens, ME Maine
Perfectionism therapists in South Portland Gardens, Maine Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in South Portland Gardens, Maine average 14 years of experience and charge around $226 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (88%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (58%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (46%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$226
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
42%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 50% |
In Person and Online |
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| 50% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 88% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 58% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 46% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 33% | Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) |
| 33% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 33% | Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) |
| 29% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 92% | Adult |
| 71% | Young Adult |
| 46% | Teen |
| 38% | Senior |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 38% | Military / Veterans |
| 33% | Men |
| 25% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 21% | LGBTQ+ |