Perfectionism therapists in Taylor-Massey, Ontario ON, Canada CA
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Perfectionism
Marcela Cagnone
Registered Psychotherapist, Diploma in Gestalt Psychotherapy
Perfectionism, self-criticism, and high expectations can feel overwhelming and limiting. Using a Gestalt-informed, relational, and experiential approach, we explore the underlying fears, beliefs, and patterns that drive these behaviours. Together, we build self-compassion, flexible thinking, and healthier coping strategies, helping you pursue your goals with confidence while reducing stress and self-judgment.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Taylor-Massey, ON
Online in Taylor-Massey, ON Ontario
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 Taylor-Massey, ON
Online in Taylor-Massey, ON Ontario
Perfectionism
Striving for Synergy Psychotherapy and Counselling Clinic
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW or RP
Perfectionism often looks like achievement on the outside but can feel like relentless pressure, self-criticism, burnout, anxiety, and never feeling “good enough” on the inside. Therapy for perfectionism can help uncover the roots of these patterns while building greater self-compassion, flexibility, and emotional balance. At Striving for Synergy, we support clients in Toronto, Pickering, and across Ontario who struggle with high expectations, people-pleasing, fear of failure, procrastination, and chronic self-doubt. Through CBT, mindfulness, somatic therapy, and deeper relational work, clients learn to release impossible standards and reconnect with a healthier sense of self-worth.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Taylor-Massey, ON
Online in Taylor-Massey, ON Ontario
Perfectionism
Thamina Ahmadzai
Registered Psychotherapist
Perfectionism can create constant pressure to achieve, perform, or meet impossible standards, often leading to anxiety, self-criticism, burnout, and feeling “never good enough.” I support individuals who struggle with perfectionism by helping them better understand the patterns behind their thoughts, emotions, and behaviours while developing greater self-compassion and balance.
3 Years Experience
Online in Taylor-Massey, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Shelley Klammer
Counsellor/Therapist, MTC, REACE, FOT, CHyp
Unhealed core wounds can instigate an anxiety-driven "perfection plan" for happiness that you hope will compensate for your deepest fears about yourself. Negative core wound identities sound like this: I am not good enough. I am not important. I am flawed. I am not worthy. I am not valued. I don’t deserve love. I am not acceptable the way I am. I am too different. I don’t belong. I am not worthy of love. I am a burden. I am weird. I am a loser. I am not wanted. I am inadequate. I am powerless. I am unlovable. I am alone.
Like all people, you have a unique longing in your heart for something higher and more fulfilling. This differs from perfect ego fantasies seeking to compensate for core wound pain. You might have a genuine soul longing for a beautiful love relationship or financial freedom, for example. You might ache to express who you truly are in the world, or perhaps you want to find your core strength and accomplish something magnificent. Your deeper joy is blocked by unhealed childhood core wound pain, and it can be healed.
20 Years Experience
Online in Taylor-Massey, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Lyonne Cheng
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, SEP
Lyonne supports high-achieving individuals who find themselves feeling burdened, chronically stressed, and emotionally drained.
7 Years Experience
Online in Taylor-Massey, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Kai DeMaeyer, Talk with Kai Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP (Q)
Perfectionism tends to look like high standards from the outside and feel like not-enough from the inside. It's exhausting to live in, and it usually has a longer history than just wanting to do well. I work with clients on what's underneath the drive, the fear, the self-criticism that shows up before the work is even done.
1 Years Experience
Online in Taylor-Massey, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Perfectionism
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 Taylor-Massey, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Nadia Zamzul
Registered Psychotherapist, R.P., LL.M
I help high-achieving individuals break free from perfectionism and the constant pressure to “get it right.” Therapy focuses on softening self-criticism, addressing underlying fears, and building a more sustainable, self-compassionate way of being.
5 Years Experience
Online in Taylor-Massey, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Emilie Wheaton
Pre-Licensed Professional, Pre-Licensed Clinician
Perfectionism often goes beyond simply wanting things done well and can lead to chronic pressure, self-criticism, burnout, anxiety, and fear of failure. Therapy can help uncover the underlying patterns driving perfectionism while supporting clients in developing more self-compassion, flexibility, and balance.
0 Years Experience
Online in Taylor-Massey, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Perfectionism therapists in Taylor-Massey, Ontario, Canada Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Taylor-Massey, Ontario, Canada average 7 years of experience and charge around $166 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (72%), Internal Family Systems (IFS) (62%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (53%).
Average years in practice
7 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$166
Accept insurance
79%
Offer sliding scale
70%
Gender ID
| 84% |
Female |
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| 12% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 53% |
In Person and Online |
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| 47% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 72% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 62% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 53% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 51% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 51% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 47% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 45% | Somatic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 68% | Young Adult |
| 53% | Senior |
| 49% | Teen |
| 15% | Children |
Client Focus
| 66% | Women |
| 51% | Men |
| 43% | LGBTQ+ |
| 36% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 32% | Christian |