People-Pleasing & Perfectionism Therapy

With Stacey Morvitz, LCSW

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I help people set boundaries, understand what they want, and be confident because I know how scary it feels to ask for what you want, or stop saying yes.

  • Do you say yes even when you’re tired?

  • Do you feel like nothing you do is good enough?

  • Are you constantly thinking about what others need instead of what you want?

You don’t have to keep living for everyone else. I can support you in building the confidence and skills to honor your own needs.

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Clients Come to Me When They’re

  • Overcommitted

  • Burnt out

  • Unsure what they want

  • Struggling to say no

  • Feeling not enough

  • Afraid of conflict

    Please note, I only work with adults 18+

Perfectionism and people-pleasing often develop as ways to avoid conflict, earn approval, or keep the peace.

Over time, these patterns take over and leave very little room for you.

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How I Approach Therapy for People-Pleasing & Perfectionism

No one treatment approach looks the same for everyone. We’ll start by understanding how these patterns formed and what purpose they served.

Together, we’ll learn how to set boundaries without fear, communicate clearly, and make decisions based on what you want, not what others expect.

Modalities I Use in Therapy

  • Explores the roots of people-pleasing and perfectionism, helping you understand how earlier experiences shaped your patterns today.

  • Builds skills for communication, emotional regulation, and setting boundaries in clear, respectful ways.

  • Helps you connect with your values so your decisions reflect your priorities instead of pressure or fear.

  • Shifts rigid beliefs like “I can’t disappoint anyone” or “If it’s not perfect, it doesn’t count.”

You don’t have to lose relationships by saying no. Instead, you will be able to show up with more honesty and less worry.

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Say Yes To Yourself

Therapy with me isn’t about becoming selfish, it’s about feeling grounded, confident, and present in your own life.

After Working With Me, Clients Report

  • More confidence

  • Clarity about needs

  • Comfort saying no

  • Better communication

  • More time + energy

  • Stronger relationships

  • Less pressure to be perfect

  • Feeling at ease

  • Feeling good enough

In our sessions, you’ll build a life that reflects your wants, not everyone else’s.

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About Stacey Morvitz, LCSW

I work with people who are tired of carrying the pressure to be everything to everyone. My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in compassion. Together, we explore your patterns, build confidence, and help you show up in ways that feel real and sustainable.

Availability: I work with clients virtually in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Texas.

More About Me

Education, Credentials, & Trainings

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (Psychwire)

  • CBT and Exposure & Response Prevention for Treatment of GAD, Panic Disorder, OCD, Social Anxiety, & Phobias (PESI)

  • EMDR Basic Training (The Center for Excellence in EMDR Therapy)

  • Motivational Interviewing (Psychwire)

  • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills (Psychwire)

  • Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) Intensive (PESI)

  • Masters in Social Work (MSW) New York University

  • Bachelors in Psychology (BA) Pace University

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3 Steps To Get Started

  • Fill out the contact form and share what’s been happening. You’ll always hear back from me.

  • We’ll have a short call to see if it feels like the right fit.

  • We’ll begin gently and explore what you’re carrying while creating a plan for balance and confidence.

Ready to feel capable, grounded, and confident?

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