I am trained in and utilize the ComB method to treat BFRBs. This method is evidence-based and I find in my experience as well that most clients respond well to it.

I am also trained in and practice ACT, DBT Skills, and CBT, which all have an evidence base in augmenting the ComB method and assisting in BFRB treatment. I commonly use these 

First, we'll do a thourough assessment of your picking/pulling symtoms and make sure we understand as much as we can about them. This includes understanding when the symptoms are more likely to occur (time of day, place, etc), how often they are happening, how automatic they feel, and more. We will use this info to develop a plan for treatment, strategically learning how to reduce the picking and pulling symptoms. We'll build on this plan as we go and tailor it to your specific needs. I'll give you concrete strategies/homework to do between sessions.

The best way to get an idea of what it will be like to work on your specific symptoms is to schedule a free phone consultation with me and we can talk about it - click here! 

Yes! These symptoms didn't develop overnight so of course they don't go away overnight either. However, I find that clients of all ages who come to therapy motivated typically make great progress on their BFRB symptoms. I especially find that clients who are willing to do the therapy homework and make changes between sessions have the best outcomes.