Perfectionism therapists in Cliffcrest, ON
Browse Perfectionism therapists in Cliffcrest, Ontario, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Perfectionism
Samantha Williams-Lauder
Registered Social Worker, MSW,RSW
Perfectionism can look like high standards, overthinking, fear of failure, people-pleasing, procrastination, or never feeling good enough. Therapy can help you understand the anxiety, shame, or past experiences underneath perfectionistic patterns. Together, we can work toward more flexibility, self-compassion, and a healthier relationship with achievement.
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near Cliffcrest, ON
Online in Cliffcrest, ON
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 Cliffcrest, ON
Online in Cliffcrest, 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 Cliffcrest, ON
Online in Cliffcrest, ON
Perfectionism
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 Cliffcrest, ON
Online in Cliffcrest, 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 Cliffcrest, ON
Online in Cliffcrest, 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 Cliffcrest, ON
Online in Cliffcrest, ON
Perfectionism
Sanofer Ansari
Licensed Mental Health Counsellor, MACP
Approach: CBT, emotion-focused, and self-compassion approaches.
We explore the fear of failure, criticism, comparison, and the belief that worth depends on achievement. Therapy focuses on understanding the protective function of perfectionism while developing flexibility, self-compassion, and healthier expectations.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Cliffcrest, ON
Online in Cliffcrest, ON
Perfectionism
Affordable Therapy York Region
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RMFT, RSW
Helps high-achievers overcome the fear of failure, harsh self-criticism, and burnout by building self-compassion and healthy boundaries.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Cliffcrest, ON
Online in Cliffcrest, 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 Cliffcrest, ON (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Dr. Devina Daya
Psychologist, Ph.D., C. Psych
I help individuals who struggle with perfectionism develop greater self-compassion, flexibility, and balance in their lives. Together, we explore the underlying beliefs that drive perfectionistic tendencies and build healthier ways of approaching goals, mistakes, and self-worth.
5 Years Experience
In-Person Near Cliffcrest, ON
Online in Cliffcrest, ON
Perfectionism therapists in Cliffcrest, ON Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Cliffcrest, 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 |