Perfectionism therapists in Hamilton, ON
Browse Perfectionism therapists in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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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 Hamilton, ON (Online Only)
Jonathan Christink
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, BEd, MEd, Registered Psychotherapist
Overcoming perfectionism may seem straightforward in theory, but it can be anything but. It often requires deep shifts from chasing flawless results to embracing the value of progress and effort. It demands that you challenge the harsh internal critic and separate your personal self-worth from your achievements or mistakes. By intentionally practicing self-compassion and accepting imperfection, you can reduce anxiety, prevent burnout, and find genuine satisfaction in your daily life.
16 Years Experience
Online in Hamilton, ON (Online Only)
Maddie Serhal - Limitless Living Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist, MC, BSc
Perfectionism can have such a huge impact on your life, making it hard to try things, staying in your comfort zone, and being very hard on yourself. Together, we can work to explore the roots of perfectionism, what it's trying to teach you, and what wisdom you'd like to keep and what relationships to perfectionism you might want to shed.
6 Years Experience
In-Person in Hamilton, ON L8M 1C6
Online in Hamilton, ON
Regan Kojovic
Registered Psychotherapist, MPsy, BSc
I help clients manage perfectionism using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thought patterns, challenge unrealistic expectations, and develop healthier ways of approaching mistakes, uncertainty, and achievement.
2 Years Experience
Online in Hamilton, ON (Online Only)
Angelica Esposito - AE Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, EMDR Therapist
Perfectionism can be a powerful driving force, but it can also become exhausting when nothing ever feels quite good enough. If you're struggling with self-criticism, fear of making mistakes, overthinking, or feeling that your worth depends on your achievements, therapy can help you explore what may be underneath these patterns. Together, we can work to understand the beliefs and experiences that fuel perfectionism, process the fears connected to failure or judgment, and develop a more compassionate and flexible relationship with yourself. The goal isn’t to stop caring or striving for excellence, but to feel confident in who you are—even when things aren’t perfect.
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near Hamilton, ON
Online in Hamilton, ON
Zain Abideen
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist , 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.
2 Years Experience
Online in Hamilton, ON (Online Only)
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 Hamilton, ON
Online in Hamilton, ON
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 Hamilton, ON
Online in Hamilton, ON
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 Hamilton, ON
Online in Hamilton, 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 Hamilton, ON (Online Only)
Hamilton is undergoing rapid transformation from a steel city to an emerging arts, tech, and health-sciences hub, and therapists here frequently work with the tension between a proud working-class identity and the changes brought by gentrification and urban renewal. McMaster University and McMaster University Medical Centre — one of Canada's leading health research institutions — provide institutional mental health resources and an active clinical training ecosystem. The city's significant immigrant population from South Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America drives demand for culturally informed and multilingual therapists. Hamilton's affordability relative to Toronto has made it a destination for those priced out of the GTA, and therapists regularly address the adjustment challenges of relocation and community rebuilding.
Perfectionism therapists in Hamilton, ON Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Hamilton, ON average 8 years of experience and charge around $176 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (75%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (53%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (53%).
Average years in practice
8 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$176
Accept insurance
81%
Offer sliding scale
58%
Gender ID
| 76% |
Female |
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| 16% |
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
| 75% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 53% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 53% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 53% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 49% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 49% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 43% | Somatic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 70% | Young Adult |
| 55% | Senior |
| 47% | Teen |
| 9% | Children |
Client Focus
| 66% | Women |
| 47% | Men |
| 36% | LGBTQ+ |
| 34% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 32% | Christian |