Perfectionism therapists in East Chattanooga, TN
Browse Perfectionism therapists in East Chattanooga, Tennessee. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Perfectionism
Aguirre Center for Inclusive Psychotherapy
Psychologist
Perfectionism can appear as relentless self-criticism, overworking, fear of failure, or feeling that nothing you do is ever enough. We help clients explore how perfectionism may be connected to anxiety, identity, family expectations, cultural pressures, or the need for safety and acceptance. Therapy can support a more compassionate relationship with yourself while making room for rest, flexibility, and authentic growth.
17 Years Experience
Online in East Chattanooga, TN
Perfectionism
Dr. Heather Sheets
Psychologist, PsyD
Perfectionism can look like ambition, high standards, or simply wanting to do things well. But underneath the drive to get everything right can be a persistent fear of failure, criticism, disappointment, or not being enough.
You may find yourself overthinking decisions, setting unrealistic expectations, being highly self-critical, or feeling that no matter what you accomplish, it is never quite enough. You may have learned to measure your worth by your productivity, success, appearance, relationships, or ability to meet the expectations of others.
I work with individuals who struggle with perfectionism to understand where these patterns come from and how they may be affecting the way they experience themselves and their lives. Together, we explore the core beliefs and internal expectations that fuel the need to be perfect and examine how those beliefs influence your thoughts, emotions, relationships, and choices.
Using cognitive behavioral, emotion-focused, mindfulness-based, and strength-based approaches, I help you develop a more compassionate and realistic relationship with yourself. We work on challenging all-or-nothing thinking, tolerating uncertainty and mistakes, and separating your sense of self-worth from your accomplishments.
The goal is not to make you care less or give up the qualities that have helped you succeed. Rather, it is to help you pursue what matters to you without being driven by fear, self-criticism, or the belief that you must be perfect to be worthy.
You don't have to choose between striving for meaningful goals and being at peace with yourself. Therapy can help you create a healthier balance—one where you can achieve, grow, and succeed while also allowing yourself to be human.
19 Years Experience
Online in East Chattanooga, TN
Perfectionism
Dr. Michael J. Lee
Psychologist
Perfectionistic striving can leave little room to rest, feel satisfied, or meet yourself with understanding when something goes wrong. In therapy, we explore the emotional and relational patterns beneath these demands and the meanings carried by success, failure, and being seen. The work supports greater flexibility and self-trust, allowing your standards to become part of a fuller, more livable relationship to yourself.
9 Years Experience
Online in East Chattanooga, TN
Perfectionism
Juniper Mental Health
Psychologist, PhD
Perfectionism is not problematic for everyone, but for some, the drive to always do more and be better can have a negative impact on their daily stress, relationships, and take away from the life they want to be living. We have several providers on our team who have authored books and research on this very topic. Reach out to consult with our perfectionism specialists to discuss treatment.
8 Years Experience
Online in East Chattanooga, TN (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Becca Edwards
Therapist, LMSW, Ed.S., M.ed
Perfectionism can look like achievement on the outside while feeling like constant pressure on the inside. I work with clients who struggle with unrealistic expectations, self-criticism, fear of failure, or feeling that they are never doing enough. Therapy can help create more space for self-compassion, flexibility, and being human.
4 Years Experience
Online in East Chattanooga, TN
Perfectionism therapists in East Chattanooga, TN Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in East Chattanooga, TN average 13 years of experience and charge around $212 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (77%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (61%), and Existential / Humanistic Therapy (34%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$212
Accept insurance
37%
Offer sliding scale
29%
Gender ID
| 73% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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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
| 77% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 61% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 34% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 34% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 32% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 31% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 29% | Motivational Interviewing (MI) |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 42% | Senior |
| 39% | Teen |
| 13% | Children |
Client Focus
| 50% | Women |
| 34% | LGBTQ+ |
| 27% | Men |
| 23% | Asian |
| 21% | Black / African American |