Perfectionism therapists in Oberlin, OH
Browse Perfectionism therapists in Oberlin, Ohio. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Sara Pavel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Perfectionism can create constant pressure to get things right, fear of failure, harsh self-criticism, and difficulty feeling satisfied with your accomplishments. Therapy can help you recognize unhelpful perfectionistic patterns, develop more flexible expectations, and build a healthier relationship with achievement, mistakes, and yourself.
5 Years Experience
In-Person Near Oberlin, OH
Online in Oberlin, OH
Haven Psychology Group
Psychologist
High standards can be useful until mistakes feel intolerable, accomplishments never feel sufficient, or self-worth becomes tied to performance. Therapy can help clients recognize rigid patterns, respond differently to uncertainty and imperfection, and pursue meaningful goals without being governed by constant self-criticism.
3 Years Experience
Online in Oberlin, OH (Online Only)
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 Oberlin, OH
William Rees
Life Coach, PCC
Perfectionism can keep you trapped in unrealistic expectations, self-criticism, and the feeling that you’re never quite enough, even when you’re doing your best. Together, we’ll explore the values beneath your drive, cultivate greater self-compassion, and help you pursue meaningful goals without making your self-worth dependent on getting everything right.
6 Years Experience
Online in Oberlin, OH (Online Only)
Dr. Heather Sheets
Psychologist, PsyD
Perfectionism can look like ambition, high standards, or simply wanting to do things well. But underneath the drive to get everything right can be a persistent fear of failure, criticism, disappointment, or not being enough.
You may find yourself overthinking decisions, setting unrealistic expectations, being highly self-critical, or feeling that no matter what you accomplish, it is never quite enough. You may have learned to measure your worth by your productivity, success, appearance, relationships, or ability to meet the expectations of others.
I work with individuals who struggle with perfectionism to understand where these patterns come from and how they may be affecting the way they experience themselves and their lives. Together, we explore the core beliefs and internal expectations that fuel the need to be perfect and examine how those beliefs influence your thoughts, emotions, relationships, and choices.
Using cognitive behavioral, emotion-focused, mindfulness-based, and strength-based approaches, I help you develop a more compassionate and realistic relationship with yourself. We work on challenging all-or-nothing thinking, tolerating uncertainty and mistakes, and separating your sense of self-worth from your accomplishments.
The goal is not to make you care less or give up the qualities that have helped you succeed. Rather, it is to help you pursue what matters to you without being driven by fear, self-criticism, or the belief that you must be perfect to be worthy.
You don't have to choose between striving for meaningful goals and being at peace with yourself. Therapy can help you create a healthier balance—one where you can achieve, grow, and succeed while also allowing yourself to be human.
19 Years Experience
Online in Oberlin, OH
Perfectionism therapists in Oberlin, OH Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Oberlin, OH average 13 years of experience and charge around $209 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (79%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (60%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (33%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$209
Accept insurance
43%
Offer sliding scale
33%
Gender ID
| 72% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 79% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 60% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 33% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 31% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 31% | Motivational Interviewing (MI) |
| 30% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 96% | Adult |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 40% | Senior |
| 39% | Teen |
| 15% | Children |
Client Focus
| 52% | Women |
| 36% | LGBTQ+ |
| 28% | Men |
| 21% | Asian |
| 21% | Black / African American |