Dr. Liz Wee on Attachment, Perfectionism, and Presence | Why High Achievers Struggle to be Needy

Ambition & Love E4: In this episode, we pull back the curtain on the person who usually holds the space for everyone else. Host Alyssa Taylor sits down with Dr. Liz Wee, a PhD and LMFT specialising in attachment-focused therapy. Dr. Liz reveals the vulnerable reality of being a relationship expert who still has to navigate her own "avoidant attachment" tendencies at home. We explore why high achievers often struggle to show vulnerability, how to move from transactional "checking boxes" to true emotional presence, and how to stop letting professional perfectionism sabotage your personal connection.You Will Learn:The Therapist's Mirror: How she manages the transition from "Dr. Wee" to a partner who isn't afraid to show her own needs.The Perfectionism Trap: Why the same traits that make you successful at work can act as a poison in your partnership.Attachment at Work & Home: Why your professional drive might be a shield for "avoidant attachment" and how to recognise your role in the relationship.Service Details & Locations:Dr. Liz is currently based in London seeing clients virtually, but frequently returns to Los Angeles for in-person couples intensives and retreats. Her team of 6 associates offers in-person sessions in Los Angeles, Long Beach, and Orange County.Check out the exclusive waitlist www.zonda.space to learn more about the app I'm building alongside couple's therapists.Guest Links:Website: www.coupleshealingcenter.comEmail: [email protected] Credits: "Soulmates" by Dagored. Source: freetouse.com/music/dagored