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50-minute session. Client expressed frustration over perfectionist tendencies, particularly in their job, stating, "I just can't let anything be less than perfect." They reported stress caused by over-preparation, leading to burnout and difficulty relaxing or feeling satisfied with their work. Discussed how perfectionism impacts personal growth, productivity, relationships, and self-esteem, with client often feeling they fall short despite best efforts. Explored origins of perfectionism, linking it to early childhood experiences with overbearing caregivers.
Assessment:
Client is making connections between their perfectionism and its impact on their life, including stress, burnout, and self-esteem issues. Client showed some hesitation but demonstrated openness to trying new strategies, aligning with treatment goals of reducing perfectionistic behaviors and improving self-acceptance.
Plan:
Client agreed to complete homework of finishing one task without excessive revisions, focusing on allowing it to be "good enough." Next session will include follow-up on this exercise and further exploration of strategies to manage perfectionism. Continuation of current treatment plan to address perfectionism and its effects on client’s well-being.
We had a 50-minute session today, and the client began by expressing frustration over their perfectionist tendencies, particularly in their job. They said, "I just can't let anything be less than perfect," explaining how it causes them a great deal of stress. They mentioned how this tendency to over-prepare often leads to burnout, where they are unable to relax or feel satisfied with their work. We discussed how perfectionism can block personal growth and reduce productivity in the long run, leading them to feel overwhelmed by the pressure they place on themselves. We also explored the origin of their perfectionistic tendencies, linking them to early childhood experiences with overbearing caregivers.
In our session, we talked about the impact perfectionism has had on their relationships and self-esteem, often feeling like they fall short despite their best efforts. I suggested starting small by setting achievable goals and focusing on progress rather than perfection. The client seemed hesitant but was willing to try, agreeing to set one "imperfection" goal for the week. Their homework is to complete one task without revising it endlessly, noticing how it feels to let go of control and allow things to be "good enough." We’ll follow up next session to evaluate how they are managing.
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