Perfectionism therapists in Amherst, VA
Browse Perfectionism therapists in Amherst, Virginia. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Perfectionism
Ayden Ferstenberg
Psychologist, PsyD
You may be accomplished, dependable, and highly capable, yet rarely feel satisfied with what you do. Mistakes can feel disproportionately threatening, rest can bring guilt, and even meaningful achievements may provide only brief relief before the next internal imperative takes over. I work with high achievers who are tired of being driven by self-criticism, fear of failure, or the feeling that they must continually prove their worth. Rather than simply trying to counteract perfectionist urges, we explore what perfectionism has come to mean and what it helps you avoid or protect against. The goal is to preserve your ambition while loosening the grip of the inner critic, so that your effort becomes a value-driven choice rather than a condition you use to determine your worth.
5 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, VA (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Dr. Alisha Desai
Psychologist, PhD
Perfectionism often looks like ambition, conscientiousness, or high standards, but underneath it feels like a persistent fear of making mistakes, disappointing others, or never being good enough. You may find it difficult to celebrate accomplishments, set boundaries, or feel satisfied even when you’re doing exceptionally well. It can be extremely isolating when everyone around you thinks you're doing just fine. Together, we’ll explore what drives your perfectionism and work on loosening the grip of self-criticism, so you can continue pursuing meaningful goals without feeling that your worth depends on getting everything right.
9 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, VA (Online Only)
Perfectionism
A Little Healing LLC
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
Perfectionism can make even your accomplishments feel like they’re never quite enough. You may set impossibly high expectations for yourself, overthink mistakes, compare yourself to others, procrastinate because you’re afraid of getting it wrong, or constantly move the finish line instead of allowing yourself to feel proud. I work with women who are exhausted from believing their worth depends on how well they perform, how much they accomplish, or how others perceive them. Together, we’ll explore what drives the pressure to be perfect and work toward replacing constant self-criticism with self-compassion, flexibility, and a stronger sense of worth that isn’t dependent on getting everything right.
5 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, VA (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Amanda Etienne
Psychologist, Psy.D
Perfectionism usually isn't about high standards - it's about safety. I help you understand where the need to get everything right came from, what it's protecting you from feeling, and what becomes possible when you're not constantly proving your worth through performance.
3 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, VA (Online Only)
Perfectionism
Vickie Bhatia
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Perfectionism can often look like a good thing from the outside, but feel like a trap from the inside. Maybe that shows up as the inability to finish something because it's not good enough, maybe it's the exhausting internal critic that never seems to shut up, or maybe it's the fear that resting means falling behind. I help clients loosen perfectionism's grip without losing the drive and standards that matter to them.
10 Years Experience
Online in Amherst, VA
Perfectionism therapists in Amherst, VA Statistics
Perfectionism therapists in Amherst, VA average 13 years of experience and charge around $215 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (82%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (54%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (34%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$215
Accept insurance
42%
Offer sliding scale
26%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 82% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 54% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 34% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 31% | Motivational Interviewing (MI) |
| 29% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 29% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 28% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 46% | Senior |
| 38% | Teen |
| 14% | Children |
Client Focus
| 54% | Women |
| 34% | LGBTQ+ |
| 29% | Men |
| 22% | Asian |
| 22% | Black / African American |