People-Pleasing and Perfectionism Counselling in Basingstoke
People-pleasing and perfectionism often come from a good place — wanting to be kind, caring, and do well. But when these patterns take over, they can leave you feeling drained, anxious, and disconnected from your true self.
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You might find it difficult to say no, worry about upsetting others, or set impossibly high standards for yourself. Even when you meet those standards, it might never feel like enough.
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Counselling in Basingstoke with me offers a supportive space to understand where these patterns come from and how to start living more freely and authentically.
What People-Pleasing and Perfectionism Can Look Like
These patterns often show up in everyday life, including:
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Always putting others' needs before your own
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Fear of saying no or setting boundaries
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Feeling responsible for other people’s feelings
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Harsh inner criticism or fear of failure
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Struggling with burnout from overcommitting
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Constantly seeking approval or reassurance
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It can feel exhausting to always aim for perfect — but you do not have to keep living this way.
How Counselling Can Help
Together we can gently explore the beliefs, fears, and experiences that have shaped your people-pleasing or perfectionism.​ Counselling gives you a space to reconnect with your needs, build healthy boundaries, and create a kinder relationship with yourself.
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At Annie Best Counselling, you will be supported in discovering that you are enough exactly as you are — not just because of what you do for others.