Perfectionism therapists in Thornhill, ON
Browse Perfectionism therapists in Thornhill, Ontario, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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 Thornhill, ON
Online in Thornhill, ON
Perfectionism
Therapy for People Raised Online
Registered Psychotherapist, CRPO #21389
High standards can make starting feel impossible, so nothing gets done. We’ll loosen all-or-nothing thinking and practise acting before conditions are perfect.
0 Years Experience
In-Person Near Thornhill, ON
Online in Thornhill, 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 Thornhill, ON
Online in Thornhill, ON
Perfectionism
Sara Ahmadzadeh
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Perfectionism isn’t something you have to lose; it’s something you can learn to work with. Therapy helps you shift from perfectionism that weighs you down to a healthier, more adaptive drive that lets you strive for excellence without sacrificing your well-being.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Thornhill, ON
Online in Thornhill, 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 Thornhill, ON
Online in Thornhill, ON
Perfectionism
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 Thornhill, ON
Online in Thornhill, 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 Thornhill, ON
Online in Thornhill, ON
Perfectionism
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 Thornhill, ON
Online in Thornhill, 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 Thornhill, ON
Online in Thornhill, ON
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 Thornhill, ON
Online in Thornhill, ON
Perfectionism therapists in Thornhill, ON Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Thornhill, ON average 9 years of experience and charge around $169 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (75%), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (56%), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) (56%).
Average years in practice
9 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$169
Accept insurance
81%
Offer sliding scale
58%
Gender ID
| 72% |
Female |
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| 20% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 54% |
In Person and Online |
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| 46% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 75% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 56% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 56% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 51% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 46% | Somatic Therapy |
| 44% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 42% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 71% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Senior |
| 46% | Teen |
| 12% | Children |
Client Focus
| 68% | Women |
| 51% | Men |
| 41% | LGBTQ+ |
| 37% | Asian |
| 32% | Persons with Disabilities |