Perfectionism therapists in Aberdeen, South Dakota
We are proud to feature top rated Perfectionism therapists in Aberdeen. We encourage you to review each profile to find your best match.
View nearby cities
Perfectionism
Shelley Klammer
Counselor/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 Aberdeen, South Dakota (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Dr. Elizabeth Coldren
Psychologist, PSYD, PSYPACT
I work with people who hold themselves to very high standards and feel the cost of that internally. Perfectionism can look like overworking, difficulty stopping, constant self‑criticism, or a sense that nothing is ever quite enough. It can also look like procrastination, avoidance, or shutting down when something feels too overwhelming or too important to get wrong. Many people I see are highly responsible and often successful on the outside, but feel tense, depleted, or quietly anxious much of the time.
Perfectionism often develops as a way to stay safe, cope with unpredictability, or manage early experiences where being competent, careful, or invisible felt necessary. Over time, these strategies can become exhausting. You may notice that you rarely feel satisfied, that rest feels undeserved, or that you are harder on yourself than anyone else would ever be, even when you are doing your best.
In our work together, we make space for the part of you that strives and the part of you that is tired of striving. Rather than forcing you to “let go” of high standards, we get curious about what perfectionism has been protecting and what it is costing you now. We pay attention to how perfectionism shows up in your body, thoughts, and relationships, and look for ways of relating to yourself that are still responsible and thoughtful but less punishing, so you can experience more ease, satisfaction, and permission to be human in your work, relationships, and inner life. Working with perfectionism is a central part of my practice, and I have deep respect for how hard you’ve been working to hold everything together.
26 Years Experience
Online in Aberdeen, South Dakota
Perfectionism
Jason Holland
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Perfectionism often looks like high standards, but it is usually driven by fear of failure, criticism, or not being enough. We can work on loosening the pressure without lowering what you value. The focus is on more flexible thinking, better self-compassion, and the ability to take action without needing everything to be flawless.
25 Years Experience
Online in Aberdeen, South Dakota
Perfectionism
Shareece Cannonier
Psychologist, PsyD
I can help you create systems that help you meet your goals while also having peace of mind.
7 Years Experience
Online in Aberdeen, South Dakota (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Dr. Joe Rustum
Psychologist, PsyD, License Psychologist
I help clients who hold themselves to extremely high standards and struggle with self-criticism, overthinking, procrastination, and difficulty feeling satisfied. Perfectionism can look like ambition from the outside, but internally it often creates anxiety, pressure, and fear of making mistakes. In therapy, we work on building self-trust, reducing all-or-nothing thinking, improving follow-through, and creating a healthier relationship with achievement. My goal is to help clients pursue excellence without being driven by constant fear or inadequacy.
9 Years Experience
Online in Aberdeen, South Dakota
Perfectionism therapists in Aberdeen, South Dakota Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Aberdeen, South Dakota average 14 years of experience and charge around $223 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (87%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (61%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (43%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$223
Accept insurance
39%
Offer sliding scale
39%
Gender ID
| 71% |
Female |
|
| 21% |
Male |
|
| 4% |
Non-Binary |
|
| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
|
Session Type
| 52% |
Online Only |
|
| 48% |
In Person and Online |
|
Top Treatment Approaches
| 87% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 61% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 43% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 35% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 30% | Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) |
| 30% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 30% | Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) |
Ages Served
| 91% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 48% | Teen |
| 35% | Senior |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 61% | Women |
| 39% | Military / Veterans |
| 30% | Men |
| 26% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 22% | LGBTQ+ |