Meredith Hrebenak, Licensed Professional Counselor - Individual Mental Health Counseling Anywhere in Georgia and Florida via Online Telehealth Therapy
All tagged perfectionism
Many adoptees grow up feeling pressure to be grateful, even when experiencing loss, grief, confusion, or identity struggles. This article explores the “grateful adoptee” narrative, why it can be emotionally harmful, and how adoptee-centered conversations create more space for honesty, validation, and healing.
Perfectionism, burnout, and over-functioning often hide beneath the surface of high-achieving adults—just like Hermione Granger. This therapist-written post explores how to recognize these patterns, why they start, and how therapy can help you reconnect with rest and self-worth.
