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Embodied Wellness Center, PLLCEmbodied Wellness Center, PLLC
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  • About Us
    • FAQ
    • Our Team
      • Stephanie Rotman
      • Amanda Jonikaitis-King
      • Natalie Polupan
    • Careers
  • Services
    • Individual Therapy
      • Specialty Areas
        • Anxiety
        • ADHD
        • Body Image
        • Burnout & Work Stress
        • Chronic Pain
        • Depression
        • Perfectionism
        • Self-Esteem
        • Trauma & PTSD
        • Women’s Issues
        • Life Transitions
        • Relationship Issues
    • Couples Counseling
    • Somatic Therapy
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Chicago Perfectionism Therapy

You set high standards. You push yourself hard. You try to do everything “just right.” But no matter how much you achieve, it never feels like enough. You’re tired of chasing perfection and ready to feel more at peace with yourself. At Embodied Wellness Center, we help high achievers break free from the exhausting cycle of all-or-nothing thinking, constant self-criticism, and fear of failure. Our perfectionism therapy blends practical tools with deeper mindset work. Together, we will:

    • Untangle the thought patterns that fuel perfectionism
    • Learn how to pause and stay present instead of spiraling into “what ifs” and regrets
    • Practice self-compassion, so you can be as kind to yourself as you are to everyone else

 

This isn’t about lowering your standards. It’s about redefining what “enough” means in a way that actually feels good. We’ll help you build a healthier relationship with yourself; one that includes rest, balance, and grace.

FIND YOUR FIT

Meet our therapists for perfectionism

Each therapist brings a different style to the work. Explore their approach and choose the person who feels like the best fit.

Stephanie Rotman, licensed clinical professional counselor

Stephanie Rotman

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Ready to pursue your goals without being consumed by them?

Connect with a therapist who can help you better understand your patterns, build realistic strategies, and feel more confident in daily life.

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Our bodies develop holding patterns, or habitual ways of responding to stress.
The good news is that they can be changed. Somatic therapy helps you notice these patterns, understand what they're communicating, and gradually teach your nervous system a new way of responding.
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Our bodies develop holding patterns, or habitual ways of responding to stress.
The good news is that they can be changed. Somatic therapy helps you notice these patterns, understand what they're communicating, and gradually teach your nervous system a new way of responding.
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If you've ever felt like your body is carrying more than your mind can explain, our newest blog explores how somatic therapy may help.
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Our bodies develop holding patterns, or habitual ways of responding to stress.
The good news is that they can be changed. Somatic therapy helps you notice these patterns, understand what they're communicating, and gradually teach your nervous system a new way of responding.
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If you've ever felt like your body is carrying more than your mind can explain, our newest blog explores how somatic therapy may help.
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Our bodies develop holding patterns, or habitual ways of responding to stress.
The good news is that they can be changed. Somatic therapy helps you notice these patterns, understand what they're communicating, and gradually teach your nervous system a new way of responding.
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If you've ever felt like your body is carrying more than your mind can explain, our newest blog explores how somatic therapy may help.
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Our bodies develop holding patterns, or habitual ways of responding to stress.
The good news is that they can be changed. Somatic therapy helps you notice these patterns, understand what they're communicating, and gradually teach your nervous system a new way of responding.
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Our bodies develop holding patterns, or habitual ways of responding to stress. The good news is that they can be changed. Somatic therapy helps you notice these patterns, understand what they're communicating, and gradually teach your nervous system a new way of responding. . If you've ever felt like your body is carrying more than your mind can explain, our newest blog explores how somatic therapy may help. . . . #embodiedwellnesscenter #chicagotherapist #chicago #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #chicagogram #therapist #anxiety #therapistsofinstagram #chicagowellness #holistictherapist #mentalhealththerapist #therapistsofig #somatictherapy #mindbodyconnection #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #anxiety #traumahealing #stressmanagement #burnoutrecovery #nervoussystemregulation #therapy #healing #mindfulness #selfcare #virtualtherapy
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Maybe you've been in therapy before but still feel like something is missing. Or maybe you've noticed that stress doesn't just live in your mind. It shows up as tight shoulders, a clenched jaw, stomach issues, or feeling like you can never truly relax. Somatic therapy recognizes that healing isn't just about changing your thoughts. It's about understanding what your body has been holding onto, too. In our newest blog, we're sharing seven signs that somatic therapy might be right for you, how it works, and why including the body in the healing process can lead to deeper, more lasting change. Read the full blog through the link in our bio.
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Maybe you've been in therapy before but still feel like something is missing. Or maybe you've noticed that stress doesn't just live in your mind. It shows up as tight shoulders, a clenched jaw, stomach issues, or feeling like you can never truly relax. Somatic therapy recognizes that healing isn't just about changing your thoughts. It's about understanding what your body has been holding onto, too. In our newest blog, we're sharing seven signs that somatic therapy might be right for you, how it works, and why including the body in the healing process can lead to deeper, more lasting change. Read the full blog through the link in our bio. . . . #embodiedwellnesscenter #chicagotherapist #chicago #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #chicagogram #therapist #anxiety #therapistsofinstagram #chicagowellness #holistictherapist #mentalhealththerapist #therapistsofig #somatictherapy #mindbodyconnection #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #anxiety #traumahealing #stressmanagement #burnoutrecovery #nervoussystemregulation #therapy #healing #mindfulness #selfcare #virtualtherapy
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Therapy can help you create more authentic and solid relationships. One of the transformations that often comes from working on relationships in therapy is about allowing yourself to show up more authentically in relationships, and prioritizing that over being liked by everyone. You might still care what people think. You might still feel uncomfortable when someone is disappointed in you. The difference is learning that you can handle that discomfort without abandoning yourself to keep the peace.
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Therapy can help you create more authentic and solid relationships. One of the transformations that often comes from working on relationships in therapy is about allowing yourself to show up more authentically in relationships, and prioritizing that over being liked by everyone. You might still care what people think. You might still feel uncomfortable when someone is disappointed in you. The difference is learning that you can handle that discomfort without abandoning yourself to keep the peace. . Want help creating more authentic, fulfilling relationships? We can help. Click the link in our bio to get started. . . . #embodiedwellnesscenter #chicagotherapist #chicago #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #chicagogram #therapist #anxiety #therapistsofinstagram #chicagowellness #holistictherapist #mentalhealththerapist #therapistsofig #therapy #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #therapistsofinstagram #chicagotherapist #illinoistherapist #onlinetherapy #selfworth #selfesteem #peoplepleasing #peoplepleaser #boundaries #authenticity #selfacceptance #personalgrowth #healingjourney #anxietytherapy
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