Perfectionism
What is Perfectionism?
Perfectionism itself is not a mental health disorder but a personality trait that may be playing significant role in your overall mood and wellbeing, and often leads to stress, Anxiety, and Depression.
Expectations of yourself and others may have become excessively high despite seeing them as acceptable or the norm. You may feel you just need to try harder in order to reach them. This can often result in distress in areas of your life such as work or relationships, and often managed by further attempts to reach those standards.
In our sessions, we can clarify how perfectionism plays out in your life and learn how it took root. We can understand how useful it has been in the past and how helpful it is now. Together, we will navigate this and find new and sustainable strategies that work for you.
❋ Assessment
Explore the problem and identify the key factors involved.
Agree on key areas you want to focus on and make a plan for upcoming sessions and how we tackle them.
❋ Treatment
Engaging in treatment for Perfectionism and the symptoms associated with it is very challenging. We will approach the problem at an agreed pace but you may be encouraged to try things that feel difficult at times.
❋ What can I expect?
I prioritise safety and respect—so you can show up as you are and fully engage in the process.