Perfectionism therapists in South Portland, ME
Browse Perfectionism therapists in South Portland, Maine. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Perfectionism
Mira Cymerman
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Perfectionism can be exhausting. It is easy to mistake for having high standards, but it is often an inner voice telling you that nothing is ever quite good enough, no matter how hard you try. During our sessions, we can explore where that voice came from, and why it thinks it is protecting you from judgement, failure, or fear. Together, we can discuss separating your sense of self-worth from your achievements, and accepting mistakes with compassion.
25 Years Experience
In-Person Near South Portland, ME
Online in South Portland, ME
Perfectionism
Karen Nadel
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Perfectionism can be exhausting. The pressure to do everything exactly right, meet impossibly high standards, or avoid making mistakes can leave you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or never quite good enough. In therapy, I help clients understand the beliefs and fears that drive perfectionism, while developing a more flexible and compassionate relationship with themselves. Together, we work on challenging all-or-nothing thinking, reducing self-criticism, and learning to tolerate uncertainty and mistakes without feeling that everything is at risk. Treatment may also include practical strategies for managing procrastination, overthinking, and the difficulty of feeling satisfied with accomplishments. The goal is not to give up your ambition or high standards, but to help you pursue what matters to you without being controlled by the need to be perfect.
19 Years Experience
Online in South Portland, ME
Perfectionism
Sarah Gersick
Psychologist, Ph.D.
When new stressors arise, they can activate old patterns like perfectionism that make it hard to cope in a healthy way. It helps to have a place to talk through what is happening today while also working to understand how the past is contributing to present symptoms. I am an experienced psychodynamic psychologist who can help you do both, so you can learn techniques to reduce distress you are feeling now, and make deep changes that lead to better coping in the future.
11 Years Experience
Online in South Portland, ME
Perfectionism
Aryn Ziehnert
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Perfectionism is often praised by the world, but from the inside, it can feel like living with an unrelenting driver that never lets you rest. It keeps you caught in cycles of overworking, fear of failure, procrastination, and a quiet sense that nothing you do is ever quite enough. In our work together, we view perfectionism not as a character flaw, but as a protective armor you built to stay safe or earn approval. Using a compassionate, evidence-based approach, we will work to quiet your harsh inner critic, untangle your self-worth from your productivity, and build a sustainable relationship with success where you can strive for excellence without sacrificing your peace.
4 Years Experience
Online in South Portland, ME
Perfectionism
Dr. Yuye Zhang
Psychologist, PhD, MSW
Perfectionism can look like high achievement from the outside while feeling exhausting on the inside. If your self-worth has become tied to productivity, achievement, or getting things exactly right, therapy can help you understand where these expectations come from and loosen their hold. We can work toward greater self-compassion, flexibility, and a sense of worth that does not depend on constant performance.
11 Years Experience
Online in South Portland, ME (Online Only)
Perfectionism therapists in South Portland, ME Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in South Portland, ME average 13 years of experience and charge around $221 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (76%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (56%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (35%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$221
Accept insurance
35%
Offer sliding scale
31%
Gender ID
| 73% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 52% |
In Person and Online |
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| 48% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 76% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 56% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 35% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 27% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 26% | Motivational Interviewing (MI) |
| 26% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 44% | Senior |
| 40% | Teen |
| 16% | Children |
Client Focus
| 50% | Women |
| 37% | LGBTQ+ |
| 32% | Men |
| 21% | Asian |
| 21% | Black / African American |