Trichotillomania (Hair Pulling) Support Group

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best help for trichotillomania

Pinkhearts
Pinkhearts

Hi. Does anyone know who the best person would be who specialises in trichotillomania (chronic hair pulling)? I have had cbt through the nhs but that’s it.  It was quite basic with this though so didn’t really help and think I need to speak to someone who specialises in it ie a phycologist or physciatrist? But not sure who would be best.  I do have an anxiety disorder as well and just want to try and beat this trichotillomania. thanks in advance. 

Community LeaderMid
Mid
Glad you also posted in the anxiety board.

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zinniaz
zinniaz
Hey @Pinkhearts. I don't have any answers as far as best help but I too am looking for more support that is specific to overcoming Trich. I have worked with therapists in the past but we never addressed the Trich head on. If you come across any support please let me know~
purplegal
purplegal
Hi,
I am including a resource below.
Also, I strongly recommend the John Kender diet.

https://www.bfrb.org/find-help-support/find-a-therapist
purplegal
purplegal
https://www.bfrb.org/find-help-support/find-a-therapist
Pinkhearts
Pinkhearts
Hi thanks for that
purplegal
purplegal
Good luck! I have had success with this diet although it's not easy to stick to it. The key triggers for me seem to be caffeine and sugar. You need to eliminate them completely for a few weeks to really see if it works for you.
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