There Are at Least Two Types of Perfectionists

Perfectionism Therapy
Written By Philip B. Gnilka, PhD

I was interviewed for a Vice.com article about perfectionism. It details the differences between two types of perfectionists (plus non-perfectionists).

Here are the key details of those types:

  1. Adaptive Perfectionists: Holding high standards along with low levels of self criticism when you do not meet those standard

  2. Maladaptive (or unhealthy) Perfectionists: Having high standards along with high levels of self criticalness when you do not meet your own expectations

  3. Non-Perfectionists: Not holding high standards for yourself or others

There are various outcomes associated with these three different classes. Definitely take a read by clicking here and see what you think.

Perfectionism therapy is a specialty here at our practice, so feel free to contact us. We have in-person and virtual session options in select areas.

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Philip B. Gnilka, PhD

Philip B. Gnilka, PhD, NCC, CCMHC, is the founder of Sequoia Counseling Group and a former Professor of Counselor Education (12 years) at Virginia Commonwealth University, DePaul, and Kent State. A researcher with 30+ peer-reviewed publications, he specializes in evidence-based, data-driven treatments for anxiety, perfectionism, and complex relationship dynamics in the Las Vegas Metro.

https://sequoiacounselinggroup.com/therapists/philip-gnilka
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