Perfectionism therapists in Howell Township, NJ
Browse Perfectionism therapists in Howell Township, New Jersey. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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 Howell Township, NJ (Online Only)
Amanda Etienne
Psychologist, Psy.D
Perfectionism usually isn't about high standards - it's about safety. I help you understand where the need to get everything right came from, what it's protecting you from feeling, and what becomes possible when you're not constantly proving your worth through performance.
3 Years Experience
Online in Howell Township, NJ (Online Only)
Aranya Edmonds
Pre-Licensed Professional, LAMFT / LAC
I help individuals struggling with perfectionism, self-criticism, and internal pressure. Perfectionism often creates anxiety, burnout, and difficulty feeling satisfied or at ease. Therapy focuses on reducing self-judgment, strengthening self-trust, and developing a healthier, more sustainable relationship with achievement and self-worth.
3 Years Experience
Online in Howell Township, NJ (Online Only)
Jonathan Schnapp
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Perfectionism can create constant pressure to get things “just right,” often leading to stress, self-criticism, and difficulty feeling satisfied or at ease. In therapy, we’ll look at what drives these patterns and how they’ve taken shape over time. By developing a more flexible, compassionate way of relating to yourself, you can begin to ease the pressure, take healthier risks, and engage with your work and relationships in a way that feels more balanced and sustainable.
15 Years Experience
Online in Howell Township, NJ
Michael Brustein
Psychologist, Psy.D
I have spent an extensive amount of time researching, writing and working with patients with perfectionism. I am aware and address the many challenges perfectionists face when entering therapy. In general, perfectionists may be prone to terminating therapy prematurely. For example, a self-oriented perfectionist may interpret seeking help as though they are flawed and end the relationships quickly. Socially oriented perfectionists may want to please their therapist and thus not reveal thoughts and feelings and feel dissatisfied with the therapy process. By discussing the therapy relationship and monitoring thoughts and feelings throughout the process premature termination can be avoided. Through the therapy relationship perfectionists may also develop and internalize new coping skills to manage expectations. For example, new relationship experiences that occur in the therapy relationship (ex: expressing needs or being vulnerable) may generalize to other social settings. Other oriented perfectionists who can learn to accept the imperfections of their therapist can learn to possibly be more tolerant of others.
I also work with perfectionist patients on learning to manage anxiety regarding expectations and teach self-acceptance and compassion skills using mindfulness and Buddhist influenced interventions. I also help perfectionists identify and manage maladaptive cognitions and patterns that lead to distress. I help perfectionists develop more balanced thinking. I help teach self-oriented perfectionists how to set boundaries and say “no” to others. Many perfectionists, particularly self-oriented perfectionists are reluctant to let go of expectations fearing this will impair performance. Managing perfectionism however, does not necessarily mean desiring less, but changing one’s relationship and response to when expectations are not met.
22 Years Experience
Online in Howell Township, NJ (Online Only)
Perfectionism therapists in Howell Township, NJ Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Howell Township, NJ average 13 years of experience and charge around $218 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (81%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (57%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (35%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$218
Accept insurance
41%
Offer sliding scale
32%
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 54% |
In Person and Online |
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| 46% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 81% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 57% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 34% | Motivational Interviewing (MI) |
| 31% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 29% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 28% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 46% | Senior |
| 40% | Teen |
| 13% | Children |
Client Focus
| 51% | Women |
| 34% | LGBTQ+ |
| 28% | Men |
| 24% | Asian |
| 22% | Christian |