Perfectionism therapists in Greenwood-Coxwell, ON
Browse Perfectionism therapists in Greenwood-Coxwell, Ontario, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Perfectionism
Alisha Levine
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
Maybe you’re used to holding yourself to incredibly high standards. You want to do things well, make the right choice, and avoid letting anyone down but somewhere along the way, “doing your best” has started to feel like never being enough. Perfectionism can show up as overthinking, self-criticism, procrastination, people-pleasing, or feeling like you always need to do more. Therapy can be a space to understand where these expectations come from and gently challenge the belief that your worth depends on what you accomplish. Together, we can work toward a kinder relationship with yourself, where you can make mistakes, set boundaries, and move through life without needing everything to be perfect.
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near Greenwood-Coxwell, ON
Online in Greenwood-Coxwell, ON
Perfectionism
Toronto Psychotherapy Space (TPS Therapy)
Counsellor/Therapist, Registered Psychotherapists (RP) and Registered Social Workers (RSW, MSW)
Perfectionism can look like high achievement on the outside while internally feeling that nothing you do is ever quite good enough. It can contribute to anxiety, procrastination, burnout, people-pleasing, self-criticism, and fear of failure. Our therapists help clients understand these patterns, develop more flexible expectations, strengthen self-compassion, and build a sense of worth that isn't dependent on always getting everything right.
20 Years Experience
In-Person Near Greenwood-Coxwell, ON
Online in Greenwood-Coxwell, ON
Perfectionism
Emilee Burgess
Psychologist, PhD, C.Psych.
Dr. Burgess has experience providing therapy for individuals with perfectionism. In particular, she is experienced in providing evidence-based approaches for perfectionism including radically-open dialectical behaviour therapy (RO-DBT), and mindfulness and self-compassion approaches. She will work with you to identify the treatment approach that is most suited for your needs and preferences.
15 Years Experience
In-Person Near Greenwood-Coxwell, ON
Online in Greenwood-Coxwell, ON
Perfectionism
Lexi Gayne Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
It is incredibly common to trick yourself into believing that perfectionism is the secret to your success—that if you let go of that relentless internal pressure, you will completely lose your drive. In reality, that pressure traps you in an exhausting cycle where every task, email, or interaction feels like a high-stakes test of your fundamental value as a person. This doesn't just drive achievement; it drives intense burnout, chronic procrastination, and a deeply fried nervous system. Our work together is not about forcing you to abandon your high standards. Instead, we are going to untangle those standards from your self-worth. We will challenge the rigid, all-or-nothing thought patterns that keep you paralyzed, and help you build a much more sustainable way to pursue your goals. You can absolutely remain ambitious and driven while also experiencing genuine inner peace—and maybe even finding some fun in the messy imperfections of life.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Greenwood-Coxwell, ON
Online in Greenwood-Coxwell, ON
Perfectionism
Reegan Bushby
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Perfectionism can look like high achievement on the outside while creating significant anxiety, self-criticism, procrastination, or fear of making mistakes underneath. Therapy can help you challenge unrealistic expectations, develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself, and pursue meaningful goals without feeling that everything has to be perfect.
8 Years Experience
Online in Greenwood-Coxwell, ON (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Rebecca Goldstein, TuneinTherapy, ADHD | Trauma | Autism
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, MTA, BMT, FAMI
Perfectionism is often about far more than having high standards. It can be deeply connected to trauma, neurodivergence, anxiety, self-worth, fear of failure, people-pleasing, or the painful belief that mistakes somehow make you less worthy.
For many people, perfectionism is not really about excellence — it is about protection. Protection from shame, criticism, rejection, or feeling like you are not enough.
My approach is compassionate, practical, and focused on helping you understand what perfectionism may actually be trying to protect you from. Together, we work to reduce shame, challenge exhausting patterns, build self-trust, and create more flexible, realistic ways of living that do not require you to constantly prove your worth.
12 Years Experience
Online in Greenwood-Coxwell, ON (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Shelley Klammer
Counsellor/Therapist, MTC, REACE, FOT, CHyp
Do you silently struggle with emotional overwhelm, anxiety or depression? Do you appear successful, cheerful, and emotionally stable on the outside while privately experiencing emotional pain? I specialize in working with women who have perfectionist tendencies and currently feel a disconnection from their authentic selves.
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 Greenwood-Coxwell, ON (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Kim David
Registered Psychotherapist, RP (Qualifying)
Perfectionism can make it difficult to feel satisfied, even when things are going well. The pressure to get things right, meet high expectations or avoid mistakes can become exhausting. Therapy can help you explore what drives these patterns and develop a more balanced relationship with yourself and your expectations.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Greenwood-Coxwell, ON
Online in Greenwood-Coxwell, ON
Perfectionism
Tanya Master | Online Somatic & Psychosomatic Consulting
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, Trauma-Informed Somatic Practitioner | Integrative Coach
Perfectionism often develops as a protective strategy rather than a personality trait. My approach explores the underlying nervous system patterns that drive overachievement, self-criticism, and chronic pressure.
5 Years Experience
Online in Greenwood-Coxwell, ON (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Natalie V. Bochenska
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RCAT, Certified Somatic Practitioner
Perfectionism can leave you feeling that nothing you do is ever good enough, even when you're accomplishing everything expected of you. I help clients explore the fears, early experiences, and internal expectations that drive constant self-criticism and pressure to perform. Together, we work toward developing self-compassion, greater flexibility, and a sense of worth that isn't dependent on achievement.
6 Years Experience
Online in Greenwood-Coxwell, ON (Online Only)
Perfectionism therapists in Greenwood-Coxwell, ON Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Greenwood-Coxwell, ON average 9 years of experience and charge around $171 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (74%), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (54%), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) (54%).
Average years in practice
9 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$171
Accept insurance
81%
Offer sliding scale
59%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
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| 20% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 74% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 54% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 54% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 50% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 46% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 44% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 44% | Somatic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 70% | Young Adult |
| 52% | Senior |
| 44% | Teen |
| 13% | Children |
Client Focus
| 69% | Women |
| 48% | Men |
| 39% | LGBTQ+ |
| 33% | Asian |
| 31% | Persons with Disabilities |