Top Rated Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors Therapists in Maryland

Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors

Louisa Lombard

Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPCC, PPS

Struggling with BFRBs, aka skin picking, nail biting, lip or cheek biting, hair pulling and other self-grooming behaviors is a challenge that many people experience, and often silently. The truth is that they are very common and tend to occur most often for people who are "big wave surfers emotionally," as someone phrased it in a BFRB training. I work primarily with people who identify as a bit more sensitive, perfectionistic, empathetic, people pleasers, deep-feelers or Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) and/or Neurodivergent. BFRBs can feel genuinely satisfying and helpful in the short-term because they help us regulate uncomfortable emotions that we are feeling, so BFRBs have a function which is why plenty of people do not want to give them up fully. In the long-term, significant BFRBs can cause us to feel uncomfortable in our skin and lead to feelings of embarrassment, shame and guilt. BFRB supportive therapy helps us learn a person's unique patterns and urges and often includes therapies like Habit Reversal Training, Comprehensive Behavioral Treatment, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness and lots of self-compassion.

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12 Years Experience

Online in California, Maryland (Online Only)

Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors

Christine Highfill

Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC-S

Living with BFRBs such as hair pulling, skin picking, or nail biting can feel exhausting and isolating. These behaviors are often misunderstood, yet they are common ways of coping with stress, anxiety, or sensory needs. I provide a compassionate, judgment-free space to explore the roots of these behaviors while also developing practical tools to reduce urges, increase awareness, and build healthier coping strategies. Together, we’ll focus on breaking cycles of shame, strengthening self-acceptance, and creating supportive routines so that you can feel more in control and at peace in your daily life.

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18 Years Experience

In-Person in Columbia, MD 21045

Online in Maryland

Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors

Cheryl S Rubenstein

Psychologist, PhD

With tics and body focused behaviors, I take a warm approach using exposure and response prevention. I have special training in this area.

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18 Years Experience

In-Person in Severna Park, MD 21146

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Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors therapists in Maryland

Louisa Lombard

Christine Highfill

Cheryl S Rubenstein

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