Perfectionism therapists in Guelph, Ontario ON, Canada CA
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Perfectionism
Chelsea Schuringa
Registered Social Worker, RSW
I help clients loosen the grip of perfectionism by challenging rigid standards, building self-compassion, and creating healthier, more flexible ways of relating to themselves and their goals.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Guelph, ON
Online in Guelph, ON Ontario
Perfectionism
Clare Pentelow
Therapist, MSW, RSW
Perfectionism can feel like an endless treadmill—a constant pressure to do more, be more, and never make a mistake. While it might look like high achievement from the outside, on the inside, it often feels like exhaustion, chronic self-doubt, and a fear that if you slow down, the "truth" of your inadequacy will be revealed. In our work, we look beyond the surface of your to-do list to unpack the profound impact perfectionism has had on your mental health and self-worth.
I use a deeply compassionate and relational approach to help you understand the roots of this pressure. We can incorporate EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to target and process the traumas or early life experiences where you first learned that your value was tied to your performance. By weaving in IFS and psychodynamic insights, we’ll work to soften the voice of the inner critic and unburden the parts of you that feel "not enough." My goal is to help you trade the crushing weight of perfection for a life of genuine self-compassion, where you are free to be human, messy, and whole.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Guelph, ON
Online in Guelph, ON Ontario
Perfectionism
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 Guelph, ON
Online in Guelph, ON Ontario
Perfectionism
Zain Abideen
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BSc, MACP
Perfectionism often creates constant pressure, self criticism, and fear of failure. Therapy focuses on understanding the beliefs behind perfectionistic thinking and helping clients develop a healthier relationship with achievement, effort, and self worth.
1 Years Experience
Online in Guelph, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Perfectionism
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 Guelph, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Perfectionism
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 Guelph, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Bianca Amendola
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I work with individuals struggling with perfectionism, self-criticism, fear of failure, and difficulty meeting their own expectations. Therapy focuses on reducing shame, increasing self-compassion, challenging unhelpful standards, and developing a healthier relationship with achievement, productivity, and self-worth.
0 Years Experience
Online in Guelph, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Psykhe Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP
Each therapist has their own specialties, and we focus on connecting you with the clinician whose experience best fits your needs. Therapy may involve developing coping strategies, processing past experiences and childhood patterns, and cultivating greater self-compassion and emotional well-being.
8 Years Experience
Online in Guelph, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Mindful With You Psychotherapy & Counselling Services
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RSW
Release the pressure to always be “enough.” Mindful With You understands how perfectionism can drive anxiety, burnout, and self-criticism. Therapy supports you in identifying underlying fears, challenging unrealistic standards, and building self-compassion. It helps you develop flexibility, balance, and healthier motivation. Our work together will guide you toward achievement without exhaustion or shame.
6 Years Experience
Online in Guelph, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Choosing To Heal
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, RP
Break free from the pressure to be “perfect” and the fear of failure. At Choosing To Heal, we help you develop flexibility, self-compassion, and healthier standards for success. In person in Mississauga, and virtually all across Ontario.
26 Years Experience
In-Person Near Guelph, ON
Online in Guelph, ON Ontario
Perfectionism therapists in Guelph, Ontario, Canada Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Guelph, Ontario, Canada average 8 years of experience and charge around $162 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (70%), Internal Family Systems (IFS) (66%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (52%).
Average years in practice
8 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$162
Accept insurance
80%
Offer sliding scale
70%
Gender ID
| 80% |
Female |
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| 12% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
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
| 70% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 66% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 52% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 52% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 52% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 45% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 43% | Somatic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 68% | Young Adult |
| 55% | Senior |
| 50% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 64% | Women |
| 50% | Men |
| 39% | LGBTQ+ |
| 34% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 30% | Christian |