therapy for perfectionism

anxiety therapy for women

with Dr. Ann Krajewski, PsyD

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Washington DC

Virginia

Washington DC Virginia

anxiety therapist serving

perfectionism therapist

As a fellow “anxious girlie,” I get it. I also know how to help.

Are you always two steps ahead, or running through worst-case scenarios?

Wondering why you can’t relax even when everything looks fine on the outside?

Anxiety makes your mind race and your body tighten. You nitpick yourself before anyone else can. You may look accomplished but inside, you feel scattered, overwhelmed, or never enough.

therapy for perfectionism
perfectionism therapy
therapist for perfectionism

Client see me when they experience:

  • Mind racing

  • Body tension

  • Overachieving

  • People pleasing

  • Constant worry

  • Perfection pressure

  • Fear of judgment

  • Never enough syndrome

anxiety makes your mind feel like it’s running a marathon with no finish line. This is where our work begins.

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what therapy with me is like

Therapy with me is active, relational, and grounded in understanding the deeper forces that drive your anxiety.

We slow down the thoughts that feel uncontrollable and explore the patterns underneath them: the pressure to be perfect, the habit of scanning for danger, the fear of being judged, or the belief that your worth is tied to achievement.

  • Psychoanalytic Therapy
    Helps uncover what your anxiety is really about and where it came from in the past, reducing fear-based thinking and the pressure to perform.

    Internal Family Systems (IFS)
    Identifies the parts of you that panic, overwork, or self-criticize. Increases inner calm and clarity.

    Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
    Supports emotional awareness to help you stay grounded instead of spiraling.

    Relational Therapy
    Uses our relationship to examine and shift old patterns, strengthening confidence and emotional safety.

    Trauma Informed Approach
    Calms the body’s stress response, reduces overwhelm and physical tension.

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don’t let fear lead

when you understand why your anxiety shows up, it finally stops running your life.

After Working With Me, Clients Report

  • Calmer days

  • Less pressure

  • Softened inner critic

  • Taking real, deep breaths

  • Responding differently to triggers

  • Making value-based choices

  • Feeling free in relationships

  • Pride in accomplishments

These changes give you back your peace, energy, and sense of self.

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perfectionism therapy
therapy for perfectionism

about Dr. Ann Krajewski, PsyD.

I work with anxiety by going beneath the surface. I help you understand why your mind reacts the way it does and how to shift those reactions so you can breathe again. I bring curiosity, warmth, and humor into sessions, and pay attention to the emotional patterns that often go unnoticed.

In therapy with me, we explore the beliefs and expectations that shaped your anxiety. We move at a steady pace, always grounded in your experience. You’ll talk, and I’ll listen for what’s underneath, helping you understand your emotions and make different choices.

Availability: I work with patients online in Washington DC and Virginia

    • Bachelor of Art in Clinical Psychology, Franciscan University of Steubenville

    • Masters of Science in Clinical Psychology, Institute for the Psychological Sciences

    • Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology, Institute for the Psychological Sciences

    • Over 11 years helping women with anxiety

    • Training in psychoanalytic therapy, IFS, EFT, trauma informed care, and relational therapy

    • Deep experience with anxiety tied to perfectionism, pressure, and performance

more about me

helping you journey to self-acceptance.

helping you journey to self-acceptance.

helping you journey to self-acceptance. helping you journey to self-acceptance.

3 steps to get started

step 01

contact me

Fill out the form and share whatever you’re comfortable sharing.

step 02

brief consultation

A 15-minute call to see if working together feels like a good fit.

step 03

first session

We’ll explore what triggers your anxiety and how we’ll begin to shift it.

Ready to create a life where anxiety isn’t in charge?

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therapy for perfectionism

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