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Perfectionism and Trauma: Why the Need to Be Perfect Can Be a Response to Trauma

Perfectionism is often praised, but for many people it feels more like pressure than motivation. This article explores how perfectionism can develop as a trauma response and offers practical ways to begin loosening perfectionistic patterns.

Anahita Kia, JD, LMFT

Mar 77 min read

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction and the Power of Breath

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction is an evidence-based program developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn that teaches mindfulness practices to help individuals manage stress, pain, and illness.

Anahita Kia, JD, LMFT

Mar 23, 20253 min read