Everything You Wish They’d Taught You About Perfectionism — In One Place

Think of my blog as your personal wellbeing library for thriving as a perfectionist. No unrealistic advice, no shame, and no “just stop caring” tips - just real, practical support for managing perfectionism in everyday life.

The Perfectionism Therapist, Natalie Englander, a woman typing on her laptop about whether perfectionism is a form of anxiety

Anxiety & Overthinking

How to Stop Overthinking: 5 Practical Strategies That Work

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The Perfectionism Therapist, Natalie Englander, a woman typing on her laptop about whether perfectionism is a form of anxiety

Anxiety & Overthinking

Is Perfectionism a Form of Anxiety? What You Need to Know

Discover the connection between perfectionism and anxiety. Learn when to seek help and what treatment approaches actually work for anxious perfectionists.

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The Perfectionism Therapist, Natalie Englander, a woman sitting on her bed writing with journal prompts for perfectionists to change her inner critic

Self-Compassion & Mindfulness

Journal Prompts for Perfectionists: Change Your Inner Critic

Transform your inner critic with these powerful journal prompts designed specifically for perfectionists seeking self-compassion.

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The Perfectionism Therapist, Natalie Englander, a woman thinking about how to overcome self-doubt and feel confident every day

Perfectionism

How to Overcome Self-Doubt and Feel Confident Every Day

Discover evidence-based strategies to overcome self-doubt and build lasting confidence without lowering your high standards or drive.

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The Perfectionism Therapist, Natalie Englander, a woman typing on her laptop about why 'good enough' isn't good enough for perfectionists

Perfectionism

Why ‘Good Enough’ Isn’t Good Enough for Perfectionists

Learn why the ‘good enough’ mindset fails perfectionists and discover a new approach that maintains standards without burnout.

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The Perfectionism Therapist, Natalie Englander, a woman sitting on a sofa writing on her laptop about why we procrastinate to help understand the root causes and solutions.

Work & Productivity

Why Do I Procrastinate? Understanding the Root Causes and Solutions

Discover why perfectionists procrastinate and learn evidence-based solutions to overcome avoidance patterns and take confident action.

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The Perfectionism Therapist, Natalie Englander, a woman writing in her journal about the perfectionist's guide to setting boundaries without guilt.

Relationships & Boundaries

The Perfectionist’s Guide to Setting Boundaries Without Guilt

Discover how to set healthy boundaries as a perfectionist without guilt. Practical strategies to protect your energy whilst maintaining high standards.

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The Perfectionism Therapist, Natalie Englander, a woman sat with her dog reflecting on her guide for perfectionists about how to build lasting self-worth.

Confidence & Personal Growth

Build Lasting Self-Worth: A Therapist’s Guide for Perfectionists

Discover how to build lasting self-worth as a perfectionist using evidence-based strategies that honour your high standards and achievements.

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The Perfectionism Therapist, Natalie Englander, a woman typing on her laptop about how to spot unhealthy perfectionism.

Perfectionism

How to Spot Unhealthy Perfectionism (And Shift to Healthy High Standards)

Discover the difference between healthy high standards and unhealthy perfectionism, plus practical tools to shift toward sustainable excellence.

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The Perfectionism Therapist, Natalie Englander, a woman sitting in her therapy office, reflecting on overthinking and how to break rumination

Anxiety & Overthinking

Therapy for Overthinking: Breaking the Rumination Cycle

Learn how therapy breaks the overthinking cycle using CBT and mindfulness. Practical approaches to calm your mind whilst keeping your thoughtfulness.

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The Perfectionism Therapist, Natalie Englander, a woman sitting on a sofa with her dog, reflecting on what to do about perfectionism burnout.

Work & Productivity

From Burnout to Balance: Why Perfectionism Drains You & What to Do

Learn why perfectionism leads to burnout and discover practical strategies to restore balance whilst maintaining your high standards and drive.

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The Perfectionism Therapist, Natalie Englander, a woman sitting on a sofa with her dog, thinking about practical strategies that help perfectionists stop overthinking.

Anxiety & Overthinking

How to Stop Overthinking: 5 Practical Strategies That Work

Discover 5 practical strategies to break free from overthinking loops and mental chatter. Evidence-based techniques that actually work for busy minds.

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Perfectionism

Why Perfectionism Causes Anxiety – And How Therapy Can Help

Struggling with overthinking and overwhelm despite your achievements? Discover the surprising ways perfectionism fuels anxiety and learn therapy strategies to find calm.

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I’m a UK psychotherapist and coach for perfectionists & high-achievers. I’m a mum to my 3-year-old identical twin girls. I was late-diagnosed with ADHD. I’m running my own biz.
 And my mind COULD BE a total disaster zone if I never learned to handle and harness my own perfectionism.

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- Break the overthinking loop and take bold action
- Soothe the anxiety that flares up when things aren’t perfect
- Stop procrastinating and get more done
- Trust yourself instead of second-guessing every move

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