Podcasts about bfrbs

In this episode of Trich Talks, Barbara sits down with Heidi (@thelifeofatrichster) to talk honestly about relapse, recovery, and what it means to keep showing up for yourself. After nearly five years of being pull-free, Heidi recently experienced a relapse. Together, they explore the emotions that can come with returning to pulling after such a long period of time and how Heidi is choosing to move forward with self-compassion instead of shame.Heidi shares how she is bouncing back, reconnecting with herself, and continuing to show up not only for her own recovery, but for the BFRB community she cares so deeply about. This conversation is an important reminder that a relapse does not erase your progress, your growth, or everything you've learned along the way. Healing isn't about being perfect. It's about continuing to show up.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

In this episode of Trich Talks, host Barbara takes a deep dive into the history of her eyelash pulling—from how it all began after pulling her eyebrows as a child to the specific sensory triggers like "sharp" growing lashes that make it so challenging. Barbara walks listeners through her journey from ages 10 to present day, sharing the tools that have helped her along the way, including liquid eyeliner, fake lashes, and support groups.She also gives an honest, real-time update on a recent intense pulling episode that caught her off guard for the first time in 20 years. Rather than letting shame take over, Barbara shares how she uses self-compassion, awareness, and a big-picture mindset to reassess her management strategies, offering reassurance to anyone navigating their own BFRB journey.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Send us Fan MailJak Inhibitors update for alopecia areata Tommy Hall is originally from Maine, near Boston, but now lives in London.He first came on the podcast in February 2023, after experiencing alopecia areata, which evolved into universalis, and lost all of the hair on his entire body. He began using JAK inhibitors to treat his condition, which were not approved on the NHS at the time to treat hair loss.He joins me today with an update on his progress, sharing that he has now tried three different types of JAK inhibitor, the challenges that have come with this, and even the clinical trial he is now participating in.Tommy says that he has come to terms with his hair loss, and how this experience has forced him to challenge what he felt about himself, his identity and his relationship with how he looks. He has seen great success in the last 18 months, with his SALT score going from 100 to 7!Connect with Tommy:InstagramAlopecia Connection Podcast Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy:FacebookInstagramTwitterClubhouse- @Hair.TherapyHair Therapy WebsiteDonate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert! 

In this episode of Trich Talks, Barbara sits down with her close friend Sara (@saracannonportraits) for a lighthearted, honest conversation about the hidden financial costs of living with hair pulling. They each share their top 10 items—from least to most expensive. Some of their items may surprise you!Sara shares the origin story behind coining the phrase "Trich Tax," breaking down how recognizing these unpredictable out-of-pocket expenses helped shift her perspective from shame to self-compassion. Together, Barbara and Sara reflect on the practical tools and comfort items that have genuinely made a difference in their healing journeys, offering listeners a space filled with validation, shared understanding, and a few laughs along the way.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

In this episode of Trich Talks, Barbara sits down to answer community Qs. No gatekeeping here—check out the full list of questions covered in today's show below!How often do you pull? I notice that I pull more when my period is close.What do you think about the poor representation of BFRBs in the movies?How did you start feeling comfortable sharing that you have trichotillomania?It's only been a year and I am 16. Will it get better?Will it stay with me forever? Is there any way to end it?Will my eyelashes grow back?Any experience with trich getting better post surgery?Do you think trich could ever be cured?What's the best book you've read this year?Current song obsession?Have a question of your own? Send Barbara a DM on Instagram or keep an eye on Barbara's Stories for the next Q&A prompt!—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Sally (@_sallyval_) is an advocate and BFRB warrior from the country of Georgia. Living with both trichotillomania (hair pulling disorder) and trichophagia (hair swallowing), Sally uses her lived experience to raise awareness and foster international connection within the body-focused repetitive behavior community. By speaking candidly about the emotional and physical aspects of her diagnosis, she aims to shatter the surrounding stigma and offer hope to others navigating similar struggles worldwide.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Send us Fan MailWorking to reduce our toxic environment by going back to traditional ingredients  Anna Asi is the founder of Jadu beauty, a New York based brand focused around natural, chemical free hair & scalp care.She combines generational formulations from the Middle East with a modern, simplified approach to hair wellness. She believes that scalp care is the foundation of leng-term hair growth.We discuss the hidden impact of our everyday hair products and the cumulative effect of a build up of chemicals in all the products in our homes.Anna wanted to create products that were safe to use, even if you are sensitive to different ingredients. She is now working on expanding the range to include new products.Connect with Anna:InstagramAmazon Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy:FacebookInstagramTwitterClubhouse- @Hair.TherapyHair Therapy WebsiteDonate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert! 

Have you ever noticed that your pulling or picking completely vanishes while you're away, only to hit like a tidal wave the second you walk through your front door?In this episode of Trich Talks, host Barbara reflects on her recent trip to the Annual IOCDF Conference in Seattle. She shares her favorite highlights from the weekend—including the pure joy of meeting long-time online community friends in real life.But Barbara doesn't just stop at the high of the conference. She gets raw and honest about the "post-conference crash." Barbara decodes the highly predictable pattern of why we experience a surge of pulling urges the moment we return to our familiar environments. More importantly, she shares her actionable "Post-Event Transition Plan" to help you the next time you return home.Whether you are transitioning back from a vacation, a work trip, or just a busy weekend, this episode is a gentle reminder that a relapse isn't a failure—it's just data.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

For years, Thea Bryan (@jazzwinebook) kept her hair pulling a secret—even from her best friend of over 40 years. As a mental health professional working in recovery, she understands the power of compassion, healing, and breaking the stigma surrounding mental health. After trying countless approaches and continuing to explore new options, including minoxidil and TMS therapy, Thea is now sharing her journey in hopes of helping others feel less alone and encouraging more informed, compassionate support.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Today's episode of Trich Talks is dedicated to parents. After receiving hundreds of comments and messages from parents seeking guidance on how to support their children with trichotillomania and other body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs), Barbara shares a special PSA created just for them.In this episode, she covers: • What trichotillomania really is—and why parents aren't the cause • How to approach a child about their hair pulling or other BFRBs • Actionable steps parents can take starting todayThis is just the beginning of the conversation. Barbara plans to create more parent-focused episodes in the future, addressing the questions and concerns that come directly from families navigating BFRBs. If you're a parent and have a question you'd like covered on a future episode, send Barbara a message—your question may help countless other parents looking for support and understanding.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Barbara is back with another Your Questions, My Answers episode of Trich Talks!In this episode, she tackles questions from the trichotillomania community, including:Does trichotillomania cause gray hair to appear sooner?What is the best way to grow hair back faster?How do hair-pulling episodes start for you? Are they caused by stress or something else?Will my eyelashes ever grow back?How do I stop trichotillomania?Drawing from both her lived experience and the research she explored behind the scenes, Barbara shares her honest thoughts and insights on each question. Whether you submitted a question or not, chances are you'll find something in this episode that resonates with your own journey.Tune in for an open, informative, and relatable conversation about life with trichotillomania.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Send us Fan MailTaking a multi-faceted long term approach to treating hair loss Maik Van Den Berg is an engineer from the Netherlands, who has been experiencing hair loss since just 22 years old.He was diagnosed with male pattern hair loss, and was offered treatment with medication, which he suffered severe side effects from. This led him to stop using it and started to explore alternative options.Maik describes the side effects he experienced, and how they can gradually creep up on you. He also shares how losing his hair began to have an impact on his self esteem and confidence.He tried lots of products and began to find a combination of things that worked for him. He then developed Neofollics, as he wanted something that was effective but gentle enough to use long term, balancing efficacy with being user friendly.We discuss what can influence the quality of the hair, the chain of cause and effect, and how the concentration and amount of active ingredients can help the potency of any products or treatments.Connect with Maik: Instagram Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy:FacebookInstagramTwitterClubhouse- @Hair.TherapyHair Therapy WebsiteDonate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert! 

Kisha Reynolds is a hypnotherapist and coach who works with body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs), including hair pulling, nail biting, and skin picking. This episode explores BFRBs and how hypnotherapy can help. Connect and Learn MoreWebsite: 321deepsleep.comFacebook: @3-2-1-DEEP-SLEEP-Kisha-Reynolds-CHt-61553394489335ResourcesChristina PearsonThe TLC Foundation for BFRBs

Kailey (@embracingmysuperpower) returns to Trich Talks with an exciting milestone to celebrate—8 weeks pull-free! Having shared her journey on the podcast before, she's back to reflect on the progress she's made, the challenges she's overcome, and the confidence she's rebuilding along the way.With the unwavering support of her family, friends, and coworkers, Kailey has reached meaningful milestones, including wearing her hair uncovered at work for the first time in three years. In this inspiring conversation, she shares what has helped her stay on track, the impact of community and support, and what life looks like as she continues her recovery journey.Listen to Kailey's first appearance: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5fPa5QHOy6BpZbXBITqLt7?si=b_5kfjCUTTCVpQGJQ7o9QQ —Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Shiffy Andelman (@shifkay) shares her experience living with trichotillomania and hopes to bring more awareness and understanding to hair-pulling and related behaviors.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

In dieser Folge findet Ihr den zweiten Teil des Interviews mit Dr. Eva Loos (psychologische Psychotherapeutin am Universitätsspital Basel) zum Thema chronischer Juckreiz. Wir sprechen über Bewältigungsversuche, Behandlungsmöglichkeiten und darüber, wie es gelingen kann, ein wenig mehr Frieden mit seiner Haut zu schließen - auch wenn das manchmal alles andere als leicht ist. **************************************************** Wenn Du diesen Podcast gerne unterstützen möchtest - hier geht es zur BFRB.care Kaffeekasse: https://ko-fi.com/bfrbcare (Falls Euch das lieber ist: Ihr könnt auch einfach direkt via Paypal an (bfrb.care(at)gmail.com) überweisen.) Weitere Infos zu Skin Picking, Trichotillomanie, Nägelkauen und anderen BFRBs findest Du auf meiner Homepage: www.skinpicking-trichotillomanie.de Wenn Du Fragen, Ideen oder Wünsche für bestimmte Themen hast, schreib mir einfach gerne über meine Homepage oder auf Instagram unter: https://www.instagram.com/bfrb.care/

Ava has experienced trichotillomania, including pulling her hair, eyelashes, and eyebrows, since she was 8 years old. Only recently, after discovering the HabitAware Collective community, has she truly begun to manage, accept, and confront her BFRB. Outside of her BFRB journey, Ava is a college student who also works part-time at her local zoo.^We did not pay her to say this!—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

In dieser Folge spreche ich mit Dr. Eva Loos, als als psychologische Psychotherapeutin am Universitätsspital Basel mit Personen mit chronischem Juckreiz arbeitet. Neben Einblicken in die Psychodermatologie gibt uns Eva einen Überblick, was es mit chronischem Juckreiz auf sich hat, welche Belastungen damit einhergehen und wie sich Psyche und Körper gegenseitig beeinflussen. Wir sprechen außerdem über den Zusammenhang zwischen Juckreiz und Skin Picking, über den Kratz-Teufelskreis und über den alltäglichen Umgang mit diesen Themen. **************************************************** Wenn Du diesen Podcast gerne unterstützen möchtest - hier geht es zur BFRB.care Kaffeekasse: https://ko-fi.com/bfrbcare (Falls Euch das lieber ist: Ihr könnt auch einfach direkt via Paypal an (bfrb.care(at)gmail.com) überweisen.) Weitere Infos zu Skin Picking, Trichotillomanie, Nägelkauen und anderen BFRBs findest Du auf meiner Homepage: www.skinpicking-trichotillomanie.de Wenn Du Fragen, Ideen oder Wünsche für bestimmte Themen hast, schreib mir einfach gerne über meine Homepage oder auf Instagram unter: https://www.instagram.com/bfrb.care/

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when a hair transplant doesn't go to plan? Dom is a 32 year old electrician, who lives in a van in Scotland.He shares his story about his hair loss journey, including dealing with the side effects of medication, disappointing hair transplant results, and why it's important to consider all your options and get lots of expert advice before making a decision.Dom shares how his confidence was low, so he looked to hair transplants as a way to resolve this. When it didn't give him the result he wanted, it made him reflect on his motivation for his decision.Dom now wears a hair system, and is very open about this on his social media. He says he is much happier now and shares his experience to help others.Connect with Dom:InstagramTikTokYoutube Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy:FacebookInstagramTwitterClubhouse- @Hair.TherapyHair Therapy WebsiteDonate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert! Polytar Medicated Shampoo

Amber (@amberinthedriversseat) is a stay-at-home mom of four who has lived with hair pulling since a young age. After only recently discovering the official name of the disorder just two months ago, she has turned her experience into advocacy, using social media to raise awareness, share her journey, and help others feel less alone. In this episode, Amber opens up about living with trichotillomania, overcoming shame, and finding empowerment through vulnerability and community.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Lauren D. Fulter (@laurendfulter_author) published her first book at age sixteen, but she's been writing her fictional friends ever since she could hold a crayon. As a neurodivergent creative with trichotillomania, she's passionate about helping people feel seen in the media they consume. She is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCWBI) and is a marketing assistant for Whimsical Publishing. She is attending university in the sunny state of California for a BA in Humanities with an emphasis in Creative Writing.Learn more by visiting: https://www.laurendfulter.com/ —Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Jennifer Mbanu (@jenmbanuwellness) is a passionate patient advocate and wellness entrepreneur dedicated to raising awareness around body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs), including Trichotillomania, which she has personally navigated for the past 33 years. After opening her wellness business this past October, Jennifer continues to create spaces for education, healing, and community support. She will also be presenting in the HabitAware Collective on May 14th. Jennifer currently lives in Indianapolis with her husband, two teenagers, and their Doberman, Charlie.Listen to Jennifer's previous appearances on Trich Talks!https://open.spotify.com/episode/0wreuyQf2rnV4J8e9MCZiT?si=HSDXQYRmQOmKr2V4ZDI8Aghttps://open.spotify.com/episode/6Jc9KZVSDN1YNqj7lvnfg6?si=cxNI4aqISvWlL7-q5d1HeA—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

In this episode of Trich Talks, Barbara responds to questions from the community, offering both practical guidance and honest insight into living with trichotillomania. She shares how listeners can join a supportive, judgment-free group and explores alternative strategies for managing urges—especially in areas like eyelashes where physical barriers can be challenging.From there, the conversation opens up into broader topics, including common concerns around co-occurring conditions, ways to navigate appearance-related challenges like eyebrows, and the question so many people ask: how to actually begin reducing the behavior.Rather than focusing on quick fixes, Barbara emphasizes a more realistic and compassionate approach—centered on awareness, gradual progress, and finding what works for each individual.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Brandi Davis (@brandidcozytrichtalk) is a trichotillomania advocate who has been navigating life with the condition since she began hair pulling at just 8 years old. Now 34, she shares her lived experience with honesty and compassion, helping others feel less alone while raising awareness about trichotillomania.Through her platform, Brandi creates a supportive space for open conversation, breaking stigma and encouraging understanding around body-focused repetitive behaviors. Outside of her advocacy work, she is married and a proud bonus mom, bringing warmth and relatability to everything she does.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Holly Johnson (@trich.journey) returns to the podcast one year later, opening up about how her journey with BFRBs has evolved since her last appearance. She shares the highs, and the real, unfiltered growth she's experienced along the way—offering insight, honesty, and hope for anyone navigating their own path. This episode is pure motivation.Follow Holly's walking page @mindfulmilesclub_ Listen to Holly's first appearance on Trich Talks: Here!—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

After struggling for years with skin/nail picking personally, as well as noticing the issue come up again and again in her professional life working in behavioral health, Emma (@tranquilitips) is now working to build something new to support this community. TranquiliTips are cuticle protectors that work by creating a barrier to protect the skin, while redirecting picking motions to the sleeve rather than to the skin itself. Visit www.tranquilitips.com for more!—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Today's episode of Trich Talks is a special one.Barbara reads from The Trichster Diaries and she officially comes to the end of the book. In this episode, she opens up about what it was like sharing her trichotillomania with her husband (then her new boyfriend!)—something that felt scary, vulnerable, and ultimately so freeing.He even makes a little cameo, which makes this episode extra meaningful.To the listeners, thank you for being here, and for being part of this journey. Finishing this book feels like such a full-circle moment.Purchase a signed copy of The Trichster Diaries here or unsigned from Amazon—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Hair pulling, skin picking, nail biting — these aren't just “bad habits.” They're known as body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs), and for many people, they feel nearly impossible to stop. But it is possible, and there's actually research to prove it. Dr. Jamie Feusner and Clare Beatty have studied BFRB, and they're here to break down what the science shows. They explain why these behaviors develop, why they can feel automatic and hard to control, and how evidence-based treatment like habit reversal training (HRT) has been proven to be so effective at minimizing the behaviors.At NOCD, we specialize in exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy, the most effective treatment for OCD—a treatment that can help you live a fulfilling life. If you're ready to take your first step, book a free 15-minute call with us at https://learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:https://www.instagram.com/treatmyocd/https://twitter.com/treatmyocdhttps://www.tiktok.com/@treatmyocd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's episode of Trich Talks, Barbara reads from her memoir, The Trichster Diaries. She highlights the small but meaningful moments of connection that help break the silence around trichotillomania, while also embracing the humor in the unexpected ways it shows up—or doesn't—in daily life. Through it all, she reminds us just how powerful it can be to share our experiences with trusted friends instead of carrying them alone.And with just one episode left of The Trichster Diaries, you won't want to miss what's coming next.Purchase a signed copy of The Trichster Diaries here or unsigned from Amazon—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Aleshia Wisch (@thealeshiawisch) has lived with trichotillomania for decades and now helps women heal through nervous-system–first support rooted in lived experience. She is the founder of the Becoming Her Movement and is passionate about helping women move out of shame and into safety, self-trust, and real change—without relying on willpower or self-blame.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Send a textBFRBs Clare Mackay has studied psychology & neuroscience, looking at diseases & disorders, along with ageing & dementia.She herself lives with trichotillomania, and explains all about BFRBs, body focused repetitive behaviours, and how they can impact peoples' lives.Clare wants to help people overcome the shame and embarrassment that often accompanies these disorders, and states that one in 20 people live with this.We discuss how reducing the stigma around these behaviours can help to raise awareness and reduce feelings of shame.In sharing her own stories of the good, the bad & the ugly encounters she has faced, we also look at how we can support people and ensure that they can have a positive experience, and how having a negative experience can be life changing for some, just as a good one can be.Connect with Clare:InstagramYoutube 6 things to know about BFRBsBookSalonfocus magazine articleWebsiteConferenceBFRB charity UK & IrelandLeo foundation Hair & Scalp Salon Specialist course Support the showConnect with Hair therapy: Facebook Instagram Twitter Clubhouse- @Hair.Therapy Donate towards the podcast Start your own podcastHair & Scalp Salon Specialist Course ~ Book now to become an expert!

Aleshia Wisch (@thealeshiawisch) has lived with trichotillomania for decades and now helps women heal through nervous-system–first support rooted in lived experience. She is the founder of the Becoming Her Movement and is passionate about helping women move out of shame and into safety, self-trust, and real change—without relying on willpower or self-blame.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

In this episode of Trich Talks, Barbara reads from The Trichster Diaries and opens up about her struggle with hair pulling while working as a classroom teacher. Standing in front of students each day while privately — or maybe not so privately — battling urges took an emotional toll. She reflects on what it felt like to remain in a role she knew was negatively impacting her trichotillomania, yet one she felt an obligation to see through until the end of the school year. Through using spinner rings to keep her hands busy and committing to therapy to shift her mindset, she found ways to cope during that season of life.Most importantly, Barbara shares how telling her story changed her life — transforming shame into connection and isolation into purpose — and how speaking your truth might just change yours, too.Purchase a signed copy of The Trichster Diaries at barbaralally.com or an unsigned copy on Amazon.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

In this episode of Trich Talks, Barbara reads from The Trichster Diaries and reflects on the different places and situations that used to trigger her hair pulling. From the car to the bathroom to post-dance recitals, she shares the environments that sparked the urge and the compulsive need to check the mirror after each pull.Barbara explores the cycle of pulling → checking → shame, and the emotional weight it carries. This episode offers an honest look at how triggers can appear in everyday life and how awareness and self-compassion can help break the cycle.Purchase a signed copy of The Trichster Diaries at barbaralally.com or an unsigned copy on Amazon.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Jessie Hannah (@barebecoming) has lived with a body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB) for over 25 years, beginning at age seven. For much of her life, she believed it was something she should be able to control through willpower alone, a belief that kept her stuck in silence and shame.Everything shifted when she participated in group CBT for BFRBs and experienced, for the first time, what it felt like to speak openly among people who truly understood. That sense of compassion and community helped loosen the shame that had carried the most weight.Not long after, Jessie shaved her head and began sharing her journey publicly, connecting with others navigating similar experiences. Her goal is to give back to the community that helped her heal and to create space for honesty, understanding, and self-acceptance.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Steven Goddard (@bearsy84) is a London-based man in his 40s who has been living with trichotillomania for over 25 years. Through his experience, Steven has come to recognize how deeply trich impacts men, despite being far less openly discussed than it is among women. He speaks candidly about the stigma, isolation, and pressure many men feel to keep their struggles private, and the toll that silence can take over time. By sharing his story on Trich Talks, Steven hopes to help break down barriers, encourage more open conversations among men, and remind others living with trich that they are not alone.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

On today's episode of Trich Talks, Barbara reads from her book The Trichster Diaries and revisits the tips and tricks she once relied on to manage trichotillomania. More than six years later, she reflects on which strategies still hold up, which ones she's outgrown, and how her understanding of recovery has evolved. The episode is filled with honesty, humor, and perspective, inviting listeners to share in both the laughs and the growth.Purchase a signed copy of The Trichster Diaries on barbaralally.com or unsigned from Amazon—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

On today's episode of Trich Talks, Barbara reads an excerpt from The Trichster Diaries and reflects on why the concept of being “pull-free” doesn't fully make sense for her. She explores how recovery is often framed in all-or-nothing terms, why that narrative can feel limiting or even harmful, and what redefining healing has looked like over time. The episode invites listeners to consider their own definitions of recovery and to share what healing looks like for them.Purchase a signed copy of The Trichster Diaries on barbaralally.com or unsigned from Amazon—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Amaya (@lemuriidae) has had BFRBs since early childhood, and embraces the bald life. They are pursuing a degree in research psychology, and would like to study BFRBs in the future to improve our understanding of these often overlooked conditions. In their (somewhat limited) spare time they love to cook, make art, dance, and hang out with their pet snake named Dirt.—Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

Based in Northern California, Isa (@isabellahhh.__b) is a student studying digital marketing and psychology, two of her favorite passions. She started her account to raise awareness and show transparency for mental health, joy in everyday life, and her faith is super important to her. Opportunities like Trich Talks is something Isa has always wanted to be a part of, so this is such a blessing!————Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

In this first episode of Season 6, Barbara shares the story of how Trich Talks began: a podcast born from the need to hear real stories, honest conversations, and the voices of people living with trichotillomania and other body-focused repetitive behaviors. She talks about why storytelling has always been so important to her, and how it helped her feel seen, understood, and less alone.This season, Barbara will continue those conversations with curiosity, openness, and a lot of love. You can expect new interviews, personal stories, and readings from The Trichster Diaries, all designed to remind you that you're not defined by your BFRB and that small moments of awareness and self-compassion matter.— — — — — — Living with a BFRB isn't about willpower, it's about awareness.The Keen2 by HabitAware gently vibrates to help you notice pulling or picking in the moment, so you can pause and choose what comes next. It's not about stopping perfectly — it's about building awareness with compassion.If you've been looking for a tool that supports you without shame, the Keen2 can be a powerful place to start. Use code LallyLove at checkout to save 10% on your Keen2 when you visit barbaralally.com/habitaware today.You don't have to navigate BFRBs alone. HabitAware's peer coaching connects you with someone who truly understands what it's like to live with a BFRB because they've been there too.Peer coaches offer guidance, encouragement, and real-life strategies rooted in lived experience, not judgment. Whether you're just starting out or looking for extra support, peer coaching can help you feel seen, understood, and supported on your journey. Visit habitaware.com/coaching today.

In this episode of our 4th Annual OCRD Series, we explore trichotillomania, skin picking, nail biting, and other BFRBs from two essential perspectives: someone living with these challenges and a treating psychologist specializing in OCD and related disorders.Whether you're a family member, partner, parent, or chosen family trying to understand BFRBs, or someone experiencing these behaviors yourself, this conversation offers real insights into what helps and what doesn't. Special guests, Jason Yu and Dr. Lisa Conway, discuss common struggles and goals while honoring the lived experience that statistics and clinical language can't capture. So join us for the conversation for lots of hope and practical guidance for loved ones and chosen family supporting BFRB warriors!

Body-focused repetitive behaviors such as hair pulling (trichotillomania) and skin picking are relatively common but remain stigmatized and misunderstood. Suzanne Mouton-Odum, PhD, and Clare Mackay, PhD, talk about why these behaviors occur and how they relate to grooming and emotion regulation; how living with BFRBs affects people's lives and mental health; why reducing shame and stigma is so important; and how parents can support children with BFRBs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I talk with certified Hypnotherapist, Kisha Reynolds. We discuss her own journey with BFRBS (also known as Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors), how she became a certified hypnotherapist and how she helps others in their mental health journey! You can follow Kisha here: https://www.instagram.com/321deepsleep?igsh=MXVuM3VraWJva2lnYou can learn more and book a session here:https://www.321deepsleep.com/?fbclid=PAZnRzaANnI9JleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABpyRmVVcMcwp3vOr6cEUSxMrJWH9Wn4BbBcOSFDlg7XQ2kkgmDEDvxPdddXf5_aem_rxRWso8Jzdd9mKW0TBReBg

In today's episode of Psych Talk I chat with Kisha Reynolds, certified clinical hypnotherapist, certified life coach, and author. Kisha shares her personal journey with body focused repetitive behaviors (BRFBs) and how that led her to hypnotherapy and becoming a certified clinical hypnotherapist. Kisha describes why hypnotherapy is, as well as some common misconceptions about hypnotherapy. We discussed conditions which hypnotherapy can be beneficial for, as well as hypnotherapy can be an adjunctive treatment to traditional mental health therapy. Kisha defines for listeners what BRFBs are and how they impact one's daily life. She also describes how hypnotherapy can be used in the treatment of BRFBs. We end the episode by discussing how individuals can become certified in hypnotherapy or seek out hypnotherapy for themselves.Connect with Kisha:www.321deepsleep.comkisha@321deepsleep.com IG: @321deepsleepFacebook: 321 Deep SleepBook: Beyond the Habit: Understanding the development, triggers, and treatment for body focused repetitive behaviors (BRFBs)Resources mentioned in this episode:Hypnosis Motivational InstituteFifty Shades of Purple Against BullyingThe TLC Foundation for BFRBsThe Lyder FoundationConnect with Me:Follow me on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jessicaleighphd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the podcast on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@psych.talk.podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jessicaleighphd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on Threads ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jessicaleighphd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to Group Therapy Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join my Facebook community: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grow Through What You Go Through⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ways to Work With Me:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mind Over Matter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LGBTQ+ Affirming Masterclass⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Be a guest on my podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Resources:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Anti-Racism Resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LGBTQ+ Affirming Resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Helping Professional's Guide to Boundary Setting⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Intro/Outro Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Life of Riley⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ by Kevin MacLeod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Music License⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Thankfully, mental health is no longer a quiet whisper. Taking care of your mental health is equally (if not more) important than your physical health. And thankfully we have a bunch of resources in the area for just that. Today we are speaking with Dr. Teresa Shank, the Director of Psychological Services at CPE Clinic in Annapolis and Lutherville. Dr. Shank specializes in treating anxiety disorders, pediatric and adult obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and body focused repetitive disorders (BFRBs) such as skin picking and hair pulling. We discussed many of the concerns she sees in today's youth and discussed ways to help them. CPE Clinic is uniquely situated due to their wide range of services, from coaching to counseling, to evaluations, to psychiatry, with specialists on staff for most disciplines. They are truly a practice where solutions are offered under one roof! And did you know that Octoebr 12-18 is International OCD Awareness Week? Have a listen. PS: Wondering what CPE stands for? I did, so I asked! LINKS: CPE Clinic (Website)

Kimberley Quinlan and Chris Trondsen break down how to tell BDD apart from body image concerns, OCD, eating disorders, gender dysphoria, BFRBs, and more—plus the right treatment moves for each.

Suzanne Mouton-Odum, PhD is a licensed psychologist and a leader in the field of BRFB. Ruth Goldfinger Golomb, LCPC is also a leader in the field of the treatment of BFRB.  In this interview we talk about their latest book, The BFRB Survival Guide: A Workbook for Overcoming Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors. This workbook provides a clear program of action for dealing with these complex disorders. It involves identifying the BRFB potentially mainfest themselves in 5 domains (Sensory, Affective, Cognitive, Motor and Place) and then with this comprehensive knowledge developing a treatment plan.   I have previously interviewed the authors on my podcast about their previous books: Helping Your Child with Sensory Regulation by Suzanne Mouton-Odum, PhD and Ruth Goldfinger Golomb, LCPC, Psychological Interventions for Children with Senory Dysregulation by Ruth Goldfinger Golomb and Suzanne Mouton-Odum, Comprehensive Behavioral (ComB) Treatment of Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors by Charles S Mansueto, Suzanne Mouton-Odum & Ruth Goldfinger Golomb   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hair-pulling-and-skin-picking-interview-with/id937022377?i=1000634550977 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/expert-interview-25-ruth-goldfinger-golomb-lcpc-helping/id937022377?i=1000519775283 Also of interest is their book for parents of children who pull their hair.  https://www.amazon.com/Parent-Guide-Hair-Pulling-Disorder/dp/0615657400/ref=asc_df_0615657400?tag=bingshoppinga-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=80539280274815&hvnetw=o&hvqmt=e&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=51562&hvtargid=pla-4584138866830203&psc=1#:~:text=A%20Parent%20Guide,LCPC%20(Author) The authors are also on the scientific advisory board of the TLC Foundation for BFRBs which is a very helpful resource https://www.bfrb.org/    

In the special segment "Checkin' the Inbox," Laura and Shanna answer listener questions about knowing when your toddler is officially potty trained, handling your kids' socially unacceptable habits, our worst bosses ever and more! Also, Shanna reports on the unexpected ending to a breakfast date with her 6-year-old, and Laura discusses the range of emotions involved in her 4-year-old's last week at preschool. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 6.5 and 9 years old, and Laura's kids are 6.5 years old and 4 years old.Topics discussed in this episode:-Spending one-on-one time with your children-Kids' feelings vs. Mom's feelings about the last week of preschool -How do you know when your toddler is officially potty trained?-How do you handle your young kids' "annoying" habits?-What are BFRBs?-If we (and our kids) were vegetables, what would we be and why?-What does a podcast producer do?-The worst bosses that Laura and Shanna have had-The unexpected activity that had Shanna and Elle laughing hysterically-Mom's night out!Products, links, resources mentioned in this episode:-"Good to Go: A Fresh Take on Potty Training for Today's Intentional Parent" by Gia Gambaro Blount and Laura Birek-Laura and Gia's book on NetGalley - Get an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review-Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRB)-What does an artichoke flower look like?-Potatoes - by Farideh-"Dork Diaries 12: Tales from a Not-So-Secret Crush Catastrophe" by Rachel Renée Russell-Kristen Schaal Is a Horse-RadioLab episode "Loops"-Jo Piazza-Under the Influence Podcast-"Everyone Is Lying to You" by Jo Piazza-Father's OfficePast BFP episodes mentioned in this episode:-Ep. 358 (For Laura's story about her ex-boyfriend)This episode's full show notes can be found here.Want to get in touch with Shanna and Laura? Send us an email and follow us on social! Instagram, Facebook or TikTok at @bfppodcastJoin our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.Visit our website!Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.