Perfectionism therapists in College Station, TX
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Samia Geraghty
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
As a recovering perfectionist I understand first hand how difficult it can be to change the internal messages of shame and inadequacy. When you struggle with perfectionism, your self-worth is entirely tied to your achievements, leaving you trapped in an exhausting cycle of setting impossible standards, working to the point of burnout, and harshly criticizing yourself for the slightest mistake. This can manifest as chronic procrastination out of a fear of failing, decision paralysis, or an inability to celebrate your wins because you are already stressing over the next goal. In a world that rewards constant hustle, perfectionism can feel like a necessary survival tool, but it ultimately robs you of your peace, creativity, and true self-worth. Therapy offers a compassionate, judgment-free space to safely put down the heavy burden of having to be flawless. Together, we will work to quiet your harsh inner critic and learn to embrace your humanity and build genuine self-compassion.
24 Years Experience
Online in College Station, TX
Amority Health - Rachel Cooper - Therapy for High-Achieving Women
Therapist, MS, LPC Associate
Support for patterns of high internal pressure, self-criticism, and the need to constantly refine or perform, often seen in high-achieving women. Therapy for professional high-functioning women in Austin and across Texas. Perfectionism often shows at the forefront of the 3rd and 6th phases of the HFHA Loop and is closely related to imposter syndrome and procrastination.
4 Years Experience
Online in College Station, TX (Online Only)
Brian McCormack (Connemara Counseling)
Counselor/Therapist, LPC-A/LMHCA
I provide support for individuals struggling with perfectionism, helping clients understand and shift rigid standards, fear of failure, and self-critical thinking patterns. Using evidence-based approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, self-compassion practices, and values-based interventions, I assist clients in developing greater flexibility, realistic goal-setting, and healthier motivation. My work focuses on reducing anxiety and burnout, improving self-worth, and fostering a more balanced, sustainable approach to achievement and personal growth.
2 Years Experience
Online in College Station, TX (Online Only)
Michelle Borunda
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Perfectionism often looks like high standards from the outside, but from the inside it can feel like nothing is ever quite enough. I work with clients to understand where that pressure came from and to build a healthier relationship with rest, mistakes, and their own worth, one that doesn't depend on constant achievement.
14 Years Experience
Online in College Station, TX
Heather Curry
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Perfectionism is rarely about high standards alone. For many people it’s a strategy to prevent criticism, mistakes, or rejection. You may spend a lot of mental energy preparing, rechecking, and evaluating yourself, and still feel uneasy afterward. Even accomplishments often bring relief rather than satisfaction.
Therapy focuses on understanding what your mind is trying to protect you from. Instead of forcing yourself to “care less,” we work with the parts of you that feel responsible for preventing problems and gradually help your system tolerate being human without constant self-monitoring. As the underlying fear settles, effort and performance often become more sustainable and less exhausting.
12 Years Experience
Online in College Station, TX
College Station is home to Texas A&M University, one of the largest universities in the United States by enrollment, and the city's identity and mental health landscape are defined almost entirely by Aggie culture—the intense school spirit, Corps of Cadets traditions, and the social and academic pressures of a large flagship university in a relatively isolated college town in the Brazos Valley. Texas A&M's student counseling services are a primary resource, but demand consistently outpaces capacity at a university of this scale, and private therapists in the Bryan-College Station area serve both student and community populations. The conservative character and Aggie culture's emphasis on strength and tradition can create barriers to mental health help-seeking, particularly for men and members of the Corps. Common therapy concerns include student mental health, academic pressure, identity development, anxiety, depression, and the social dynamics of a community where university affiliation shapes nearly every aspect of life.
Perfectionism therapists in College Station, TX Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in College Station, TX average 13 years of experience and charge around $190 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (79%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (50%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (38%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$190
Accept insurance
47%
Offer sliding scale
36%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 50% |
In Person and Online |
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| 50% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 79% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 50% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 36% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 33% | Motivational Interviewing (MI) |
| 31% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 43% | Senior |
| 36% | Teen |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 43% | Women |
| 31% | LGBTQ+ |
| 29% | Men |
| 22% | Black / African American |
| 22% | Persons with Disabilities |