Understanding Perfectionism and Anxiety Loops

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With CBT for perfectionism, we look at how your thoughts, behaviours, and emotions interact. Perfectionism often creates unhelpful cycles, like setting unrealistic standards, worrying about outcomes, and then avoiding or overworking to cope. Together, we break these loops down so they start to make more sense.

 

The aim of CBT for perfectionism isn’t to get rid of high standards altogether, but to help you develop a more balanced and flexible way of thinking.

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A Mind And Body Approach

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My approach to CBT for perfectionism combines cognitive and behavioural techniques with elements from my yoga training. This includes breathwork, relaxation, mindfulness, and gentle movement. When you’re caught in perfectionism, your body often feels it too- tension, restlessness, or difficulty switching off.

 

We also work together to build practical skills you can use in everyday situations, whether that’s managing overthinking, reducing self-criticism, or approaching tasks in a more manageable way.

 

By working with both mind and body, CBT for perfectionism can help you feel more grounded and more confident under pressure. 

Experience and Areas of Focus

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I specialise in anxiety disorders, including perfectionism and overthinking. My training includes King’s College London, alongside experience in NHS primary care and specialist services for anxiety and trauma. I also incorporate ACT techniques, particularly when working with longer-term patterns, and have experience supporting clients with ADHD and autism.

 

I offer CBT for perfectionism to UK-based clients, and sessions can also be provided in Greek. I often work with people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure why they feel a certain way, but are looking for clarity and practical steps to move forward.