Anxiety and Perfectionism in Asian American Adults
For many Asian American adults, anxiety and perfectionism are closely linked to cultural expectations, family roles, and early experiences of responsibility or achievement.
We’ll explore where these patterns came from and how to relate to them differently without shame.
Signs Anxiety or Perfectionism May Be Affecting You
Constant self-criticism
Difficulty relaxing
Fear of making mistakes
Overfunctioning in relationships or work
Feeling like rest must be earned
How Therapy Helps
Therapy focuses on increasing awareness, emotional regulation, self-compassion, and more flexible ways of relating to achievement and expectations.