Kids and teens with BFRBs often struggle with negative self-image, stress related to urges to pick or pull, and guilt about doing the behaviors, on top of typical stressors like school, relationships, and sports. These workshops are a great opportunity to learn tools to manage the BFRBs and connect with others struggling with BFRBs in a safe and supportive environment.

These workshops will focus on building awareness of BFRBs using Habit Reversal Training (HRT) and mindfulness, and will teach cognitive-behavioral coping skills to manage the urges and behaviors. Participants will also gain support from peers who are also struggling with a BFRB.`        

BFRBs are Body Focused Receptive Behaviors such as Trichotillomania (pulling of hair), skin picking, or nail biting. If your child struggles with any of these, this workshop would be a great opportunity to build skills!

This workshop will help your child: 

• Learn about BFRBs and how to become more aware of when they’re doing one
• Gain support and connection from others who are experiencing similar difficulties
• Practice healthy coping skills to reduce the behavior

Choose one of two dates:

Ages 9-13: Thursday, December 12th 5-7pm

Ages 14-20: Wednesday, December 11th 6:30-8:30

Elizabeth Ernest is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) at The Center for Mindfulness & CBT. She specializes in treating children and teens with OCD, BFRBs, anxiety, trauma, and stress related disorders.