Perfectionism therapists in Bolton, ON
Browse Perfectionism therapists in Bolton, Ontario, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Krishna Vora
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
Perfectionism often develops from a desire to succeed, be accepted, or avoid criticism. Over time, however, it can lead to chronic stress, self-doubt, procrastination, and difficulty feeling satisfied with achievements.
Therapy focuses on understanding the roots of perfectionistic thinking and learning ways to shift rigid expectations. By developing self-compassion and flexible thinking patterns, individuals can maintain high standards while reducing the pressure that leads to burnout.
9 Years Experience
Online in Bolton, ON (Online Only)
Bhavna Lalwani
Registered Psychotherapist, MA Counselling, RP
Perfectionism can feel like a constant push to meet impossibly high standards, often leaving you stressed, critical of yourself, or afraid of making mistakes. It can affect work, relationships, and overall wellbeing, creating a sense of pressure that never truly goes away.
In therapy, I provide a supportive space to explore these patterns, understand the underlying fears or beliefs, and develop healthier ways of relating to yourself and your goals. Together, we work on building self-compassion, realistic expectations, and confidence, helping you achieve growth without being weighed down by perfection.
15 Years Experience
Online in Bolton, ON (Online Only)
Infinite Horizons Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MCP, CCS, RP
Perfectionism can create constant pressure to perform and fear of making mistakes. While it may drive achievement, it often comes at the cost of well-being. We help you understand the roots of perfectionism and how it shows up in your life. Therapy focuses on building self-compassion and more flexible, sustainable ways of living.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Bolton, ON
Online in Bolton, ON
Shauna Switzer, MCP, MA RP
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MCP, Registered Psychotherapist
Perfectionism can create constant pressure, fear of failure, self-criticism, and emotional exhaustion. Therapy helps individuals challenge unrealistic expectations, develop healthier coping patterns, and build greater balance, flexibility, and self-acceptance.
26 Years Experience
In-Person Near Bolton, ON
Online in Bolton, ON
Meaningful Connections
Registered Social Worker, Registered Social Worker MSW, RSW , Registered Psychotherapist
Perfectionism can feel like constant pressure to do more, be more, and avoid mistakes, often leading to stress, burnout, and self-criticism. We provide a supportive, non-judgmental space to explore the roots of perfectionism, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and develop greater self-compassion, balance, and flexibility so you can move through life with more ease and confidence.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Bolton, ON
Online in Bolton, ON
Mindful Connections Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist
Perfectionism looks like high standards from the outside, but inside it's a harsh inner critic that moves the goalposts every time you get close. The procrastination, the burnout, the sense that nothing you do is ever quite enough: it's a heavy way to live. Here you'll find a warm, nonjudgmental space to understand where that critical voice came from, what it's been trying to protect, and how to soften it. The goal isn't to lower your standards, it's to genuinely understand yourself, replace self-criticism with habits that actually nourish you, and discover that you're allowed to be human. Together we'll work toward feeling more at ease, more self-accepting, and more equipped to pursue what matters without punishing yourself along the way.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Bolton, ON
Online in Bolton, ON
Ashley Bargent Coaching & Counselling
Registered Social Worker, Associate Certified Coach, ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider MSW, RSW, ACC, ADHD-CCSP
I often assist clients with navigating and recovering from perfectionism. As a recovering perfectionist myself, I understand what you may be going through. Though I will tailor my approach to meet your unique needs, I often use Internal Family Systems Therapy. This approach can help you understand, and eventually befriend, your inner critic or perfectionist. My goal is to create more inner harmony between your perfectionist part and other parts of you that can help balance out your perfectionistic tendencies. Based in Toronto, I provide virtual counselling to clients across Ontario and coaching to clients across Canada. I've been in practice since 2015. Reach out anytime to learn more or schedule a free consultation. I'd love to hear from you!
11 Years Experience
Online in Bolton, ON (Online Only)
Tehmina Ayana Meherali
Counsellor/Therapist, M.Ed, CCC, CMHP
I support individuals who struggle with perfectionism. Are you someone who feels constant pressure to get everything right, fear making mistakes, or never feel “good enough"? While perfectionism can look like high achievement on the outside, it often comes with stress, self-criticism, and exhaustion.
In our work together, we gently explore the patterns behind perfectionism and help you build more self-compassion, flexibility, and balance.
19 Years Experience
In-Person Near Bolton, ON
Online in Bolton, ON
Jeremy Finkelstein, ADHD Psychotherapist
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Perfectionism can lead to overthinking, procrastination, avoidance, and harsh self-criticism. You may delay starting because you are afraid you will not do something well enough. I help clients develop more realistic expectations, tolerate uncertainty, and take meaningful action without waiting for perfect conditions.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Bolton, ON
Online in Bolton, ON
Sierra Gaudreault
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Are you someone who has a hard time coping when you cannot meet your expectations for yourself? Perhaps you are so consumed by these expectations that you shut down and are unable to try at all. Perfectionism is not just about wanting to do things perfectly. It is an expression of rigid standards for ourselves that can lead to intense emotional suffering, avoidance and procrastination, unstable self-worth and constant overthinking. I use a blend of self-compassion strategies, narrative therapy and emotion regulation techniques to help you break out of shame spiralling and learn how to build more flexibility in your thinking.
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near Bolton, ON
Online in Bolton, ON
Perfectionism therapists in Bolton, ON Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Bolton, ON average 8 years of experience and charge around $175 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (76%), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (55%), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) (55%).
Average years in practice
8 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$175
Accept insurance
82%
Offer sliding scale
58%
Gender ID
| 77% |
Female |
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| 15% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
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| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 76% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 55% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 55% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 53% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 51% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 49% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 42% | Somatic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 69% | Young Adult |
| 55% | Senior |
| 47% | Teen |
| 11% | Children |
Client Focus
| 65% | Women |
| 47% | Men |
| 36% | LGBTQ+ |
| 35% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 31% | Asian |