Therapist for Women | Perfectionism & Burnout Expert

Meet Brianna Paruolo, LCMHC

The journey to excellence shouldn't require compromise. As the founder of On Par Therapy, I've dedicated my practice to understanding the unique challenges high-achieving women face in demanding fields. My work, featured in Forbes and Business Insider, focuses on helping women navigate the complexities of leadership while maintaining authentic connection to themselves.

I combine clinical expertise with real understanding of professional dynamics because I believe you deserve support that matches your standards. Whether you're managing perfectionism, facing burnout, or rebuilding after relationship challenges, my approach acknowledges both your strength and your need for strategic support.

Licensed in New York, New Jersey, Miami, and Charleston, I offer flexible early morning and evening sessions that accommodate demanding professional schedules. Because I understand that meaningful change requires both expertise and accessibility.

OUR SERVICES

Expert Support for Women Leaders

Transformative therapy for high-achieving professionals who are ready for meaningful change. Our approach combines clinical excellence with real understanding of the demands you face, offering strategic support that aligns with your professional standards.

Find Clarity | Free 15-Min Discovery Call

FAQ

Understanding Your Experience

The external success is there – the awards, promotions, achievements. Yet something feels misaligned. You find yourself excelling at work while feeling disconnected from yourself, carrying the weight of being everyone's support system while questioning if you'll ever feel "good enough" despite your accomplishments. The perfectionism that drives your success never lets you rest, and navigating male-dominated spaces requires constant vigilance that's becoming increasingly exhausting.

Our Specialized Focus

We offer targeted support for the specific challenges faced by ambitious women with deep expertise in:

Professional Development & Leadership: Supporting you through executive burnout recovery, career transitions, and the unique dynamics of being a woman in leadership. We understand that success shouldn't require sacrifice.

Identity & Personal Growth: Addressing perfectionism, high-functioning anxiety, and the complexity of maintaining authentic confidence in demanding environments. Our work helps you develop sustainable excellence without compromising your wellbeing.

Relationship Dynamics: Specializing in healing from narcissistic abuse and relationship trauma while maintaining professional strength. We help you rebuild trust without losing your edge.

Strategic Approach

Our evidence-based methodology goes beyond traditional therapy, offering:

  • Practical strategies that integrate with your professional life

  • Deep understanding of high-achiever challenges

  • Tools for sustainable success

  • Expert guidance in narcissistic abuse recovery

  • Real conversations about real challenges

  • Validation of both your strengths and struggles

Designed for Your Success

Understanding that professional demands don't pause for therapy, we offer flexible scheduling with early morning, evening, and weekend appointments. Our secure virtual platform provides the privacy and convenience that busy professionals need.

We put you first

High-achieving women often put everyone else's needs before their own. Not here.

I’ve designed my practice around your unique needs with evening appointments and flexible scheduling. Because I understand that C-suite meetings run late, deals need closing, and life doesn't pause for therapy.

LMHC | Clinical Director | Founder

Meet Brianna, New York's trusted voice in women's mental health

Through extensive work with women in leadership positions and male-dominated industries, I've developed a deep understanding of the particular challenges you face. The constant pressure to prove yourself. The exhaustion of navigating workplace politics. The perfectionism that drives your success but never lets you rest. These aren't just professional challenges – they're deeply personal ones that traditional therapy often fails to address.

My journey from the corporate world to becoming a recognized expert in mental health has taught me something crucial: success shouldn't require sacrificing your wellbeing. This understanding has shaped my entire approach to therapeutic support.

Recognition & Expertise

My work has earned recognition from leading publications including Vogue, Wondermind, Forbes, Today.com, and Business Insider because it addresses what others miss – the unique intersection of professional excellence and personal wellbeing. I bring specialized training that directly serves the needs of ambitious women:

Clinical Excellence:

  • Advanced Certification in Narcissistic Abuse Recovery (NATC)

  • Integrative Sex and Couples Therapy Certification

  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

  • Cognitive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (CDBT)

  • Trauma-Informed Care

  • High-Achiever Mental Health Support

Our Collaborative Approach

This isn't traditional therapy where you'll hear generic advice about "slowing down" or "doing less." Instead, we work together to:

  • Transform perfectionism into sustainable excellence

  • Build success that aligns with your values

  • Navigate workplace dynamics with confidence

  • Heal from relationship trauma while maintaining your strength

  • Create boundaries that protect your energy and goals

Whether you're facing burnout, rebuilding after a toxic relationship, or feeling disconnected from yourself beneath your achievements, my commitment is to help you thrive, not just survive. I offer virtual therapy that fits your demanding schedule, making expert mental health support accessible wherever you are across New York, New Jersey, Florida, and South Carolina.

● More Than Traditional Therapy

At On Par Therapy, we understand the complexities of being a leader in demanding fields. Our approach goes beyond traditional therapy, acknowledging both your strengths and challenges. We create space where ambition is understood, not pathologized, and where your drive is seen as an asset, not something to tone down.

Your success has taught you to trust your instincts. If you're here, something resonates. Whether you're navigating leadership transitions, seeking sustainable excellence, or ready to redefine success on your own terms, we offer support that matches your standards.

● Where Understanding Meets Excellence

Our mission is to provide sophisticated therapeutic support that acknowledges the unique challenges of high-achieving women. We combine clinical expertise with real-world understanding of professional dynamics. This isn't about stepping back from success – it's about redefining it on your own terms.

● Our Commitment to You

  • Expertise that understands your world

  • Support that matches your standards

  • Strategies that acknowledge both personal and systemic challenges

  • Flexibility that respects your schedule

  • Privacy that protects your professional standing

Shaping the conversation on modern mental health — our expertise has been highlighted in Forbes, Today.com, Vogue, Business Insider, & leading publications.

Featured In

Press

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Client

Love

  • Brianna is such a warm, understanding therapist that makes anyone feel comfortable starting their therapy journey. She has a unique gift in creating a safe space while offering helpful tools & skills based on client's needs.

    — LM

  • Brianna provides relatable therapy for those seeking solace from the New York Grind. She will help you optimize your natural strengths and guide you through actionable change in creating your ideal work-life balance.

    — BM

  • Brianna is such a welcoming and caring therapist. She can make anyone feel at home. Her humanity, curiosity, and intelligence give her a powerful ability to cultivate a sense of safety and courage that give way to self expansion and compassion.

    — AH

  • Brianna is one of the most dedicated and skilled clinicians I have ever worked with. Any client would be lucky to have her as their therapist!

    — ML

  • Brianna has a profound understanding of individual needs, combined with a compassionate and empathetic approach. She creates a safe and supportive space for personal growth, and is a dedicated ally on the journey to emotional well being.

    — AV

Get in touch

Book your free consultation

You've achieved incredible things by trusting your instincts. If something is telling you it's time for change, for support that matches your ambitions, listen to that voice.

During our complimentary 15-minute consultation, we'll explore:

  • Your current challenges and what success looks like for you

  • How our approach aligns with your needs and goals

  • Practical next steps for your journey

  • Any questions you have about the process

We understand the courage it takes to make this step. That's why we've made the process straightforward and respectful of your time. After our call, you'll have clarity on your path forward – whether that includes us or not.

Our sessions are fully virtual, offering the privacy and flexibility that busy professionals need. Early morning, evening ,and weekend appointments are available to accommodate demanding schedules.