Therapy and Coaching for High-Achieving, Perfectionist Moms
Thrive in motherhood without sacrificing your high standards or losing yourself.
You’ve always pushed yourself to excel. But in motherhood, the pressure to get everything right can feel overwhelming.
I help high-achieving, perfectionist moms like you manage that pressure, so you can find confidence and ease—without losing yourself or sacrificing your well-being.
I offer online therapy for moms in Texas and Massachusetts, and coaching nationwide.
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I see you, trying so hard
and Still Feeling Like It’s Not Enough
You’ve always pushed yourself to do your best—whether in your career, your personal life, or now, as a mom. Motherhood hasn’t changed that. In fact, it’s made you even more intentional about being the kind of mom you want to be.
you're in the right place
But no matter how hard you try, the pressure feels relentless.
You’re juggling it all—keeping up with daily responsibilities, nurturing your family, and trying to make sure you’re giving everyone your best. But most days, it feels like you’re falling behind. People tell you, ‘Stop trying to be perfect’ or ‘There’s no such thing as a perfect mom,’ but it’s not that simple for you.
Because for you, it’s not about perfection. It’s about making sure you’re doing right by everyone, and sometimes, that drive slips into perfectionism. And even then, it feels like it’s never enough.
When your perfectionism and high-achieving nature meet the overwhelming demands of everyday life, it’s easy to feel burnt out, overwhelmed, stressed, and anxious.
You’re thoughtful, driven, and you care deeply about being the best mom you can be—but the constant pressure is leaving you exhausted.
The good news? You don’t need to lower your standards to find peace. You need a way to honor them without burning out. Imagine feeling more ease in your day, more clarity in your mind, and more confidence in your role as a mom.
You deserve that, and together, we’ll figure out how to make it happen.
Motherhood can amplify the expectations you’ve always had for yourself—both from the world and within.
HERE'S WHAT I WANT YOU TO KNOW:
Ready to Feel More Ease in Your Life?
hello there.
I’m vanessa,
YOUR relatable mom-therapist
Not the social-media kind of relatable—the real-life perfectionist, overthinking, and high-achiever kind.
I know firsthand how perfectionism can fuel success but also lead to burnout and anxiety, especially for high-achievers navigating motherhood.
For years, I let my perfectionism drive me. It helped me succeed in my career, but when I became a mom, I realized it was also leaving me exhausted and feeling like I wasn’t doing enough. The pressure was overwhelming.
That’s when I learned something that changed everything: you don’t need to get rid of your perfectionism to feel confident. That's right...there’s a difference between unhealthy perfectionism that leads to burnout, stress, and anxiety, and healthy perfectionism that helps you thrive.
You just need to learn how to manage it. It’s not about overcoming who you are; there is nothing wrong with you—it’s about recognizing what is it about womanhood and motherhood that is fueling the burnout, anxiety, and stress, and learning how to make perfectionism work for you, not against you.
Now, I help other high-achieving, perfectionist moms like you do the same.
HYPE GIRL, wellness enthusiast, boy mom, CREATIVE, intentional
I help high-achieving, perfectionist moms manage the burnout that comes from internal, external, and societal pressures, heal from the expectations that fuel it, and embrace self-compassion during matrescence and postpartum—so they can thrive in motherhood, on their own terms.
In a nutshell:
Which Path Is Right for You? Empowering high-achieving, perfectionist moms Through:
Therapy
Online individual therapy, group therapy, and intensives to help you work through deeper challenges. Choose what works for you.
Coaching
My signature online group coaching program for moms, providing practical tools and strategies for managing perfectionism and expectations day-to-day.
Courses
Courses and workshops to support moms in their motherhood, and Matrescence journey with perfectionism, burnout, and anxiety.
Working with Vanessa has been instrumental in my growth.
She has brought balance into my life
- Therapy client
As a holistic therapist specializing in Matrescence and Perfectionism, I understand the unique challenges that high-achieving moms face.
You Deserve More Than ‘Let Go’ Advice
You’ve been navigating the weight of high expectations—your own, and the ones that society places on moms. And while people might tell you to ‘let go’ of perfectionism, I know that’s not the solution. You deserve more than that.
What if instead of feeling crushed by the pressure, you could find a way to use your drive to create a motherhood experience that feels right for you? Imagine being able to take care of your family and yourself without feeling like you’re failing or falling behind.
This isn’t about overcoming who you are. It’s about freeing yourself from the unrealistic standards you’ve been conditioned to accept, and learning to thrive on your own terms.
I’m here to help you create a motherhood that feels authentic to you—where your high standards support you rather than overwhelm you. It's possible for you to feel more present, less stressed, and more in tune with the kind of mom you want to be.
and that starts now
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I’d say, ‘Grab your favorite drink and settle in,’ but let’s be real—you’re probably sneaking in a read while hiding from your kids. Wherever you are, I’ve got you.
SIDE EFFECTS MAY INCLUDE: feeling seen, dropping the self-doubt, and finally embracing the mom you’ve always been meant to be.
so, no more hiding
It's time to feel good enough.
You don’t have to keep pretending to have it all together while secretly feeling like you’re falling apart. It’s time to stop feeling like you’re ‘too much’ or like you’re not doing motherhood right. You deserve to feel confident, in control, and at peace with who you are—as both a mother and a woman.
Whether you’re ready for therapy or coaching, let’s work together to harness your perfectionism, quiet your self-doubt, and help you feel like the incredible mom you already are. Ready to get started?
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