FREE Parent Power Hour
3 Simple Shifts to Help Your Child Step Out of the
Perfectionism Trap
25% to 30% of children and adolescents struggle with perfectionism, with many experiencing "maladaptive perfectionism," where unrealistic expectations cause significant distress. (Source: Current Psychology, 2022)
33% increase in socially prescribed perfectionism among young people since 1989. (Source: APA, 2018)
70% of students report feeling immense pressure to succeed academically, socially, or athletically. (Source: Challenge Success, 2021)
Perfectionistic tendencies correlate with increased anxiety, depression, and procrastination, negatively affecting academic success. (Source: Edutopia, 2022)
Tell me if this sounds familiar…
✔️ You’re a parent of a bright, creative, and capable child who struggles under the weight of their own high expectations.
✔️ You’ve noticed your child avoiding new tasks or challenges—not because they don’t want to try, but because they’re afraid they won’t get it “right.”
✔️ You’ve watched homework time turn into a battle of tears and frustration because your child erases and rewrites answers over and over again.
✔️ You’ve seen your child give up on sports, hobbies, or projects they love because they’re terrified of making a mistake.
✔️ Your child becomes extremely upset or self-critical over small mistakes, even when no one else sees them as a big deal.
✔️ You feel stuck walking a fine line—wanting to encourage them but afraid of adding to their stress.
✔️ You’re tired of feeling powerless as your child struggles with the pressure of perfectionism.
During this free power hour you’ll learn…
👉 How to spot the red flags of perfectionism before they lead to meltdowns & avoidance. (Most parents don’t recognize these early signs—but once you do, you can step in before it spirals.)
👉 The simple shift that helps your child stop overthinking and start taking action. (Instead of freezing up, your child will start handling challenges with confidence—without you having to push them.)
👉How to celebrate effort (not just achievement) so your child feels successful—even when things aren’t perfect. (Your child will learn to see progress as a win, not just flawless results.)
REGISTER HERE
The mini-workshop is happening
2/20 at 5 P.M. EST (4 CST/ 3 MST/ 2 PST).
Can’t make it live? All registrants will be sent a recording of the workshop!
Please use a non-school email address (if you are an educator) to ensure delivery.
NICE TO MEET YOU
I'm Jenn
...a PhD candidate, experienced special educator, and advocate for neurodiverse learners. For over 15 years, I’ve collaborated with parents and educators to support children who think and learn differently, especially twice-exceptional (2e) learners. Currently, I am addressing the challenge of perfectionism, which is increasingly common among bright, creative, and capable children.
As a twice-exceptional individual, I understand the challenges of navigating perfectionism firsthand. I’ve helped many families find simple, strengths-based strategies that empower children to take risks, embrace mistakes, and grow with confidence.
The strategies I share are rooted in research but designed for real life, where busy schedules, big emotions, and daily challenges make finding the right balance essential. Families I’ve worked with report fewer meltdowns, less homework frustration, and a renewed sense of joy in learning and growing.
When I’m not consulting with families or conducting research, I collaborate with organizations like Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted (SENG), the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC), and the National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC), helping shape national conversations about supporting neurodiverse children.
At the heart of my work is a commitment to equity—ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive and succeed. I look forward to sharing practical tools and insights with you at the workshop to help you step out of the perfectionism trap and watch your child thrive!
How often have you seen your child abandon activities they once loved, become frustrated with school projects, or withdraw from social situations due to the fear of not being perfect?
IT DOESN'T HAVE TO BE THIS WAY!
You could keep guessing how to support them, hoping the pressure eases on its own…
Or you could learn the simple shifts that help them take charge of their perfectionism—before it takes over.
Your child is capable. You are capable. Let me show you how to help them break free from perfectionism and thrive.
The choice is yours—but don’t let another day go by without taking that first step. Let’s do this together.
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