Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors therapists in West Raleigh, NC
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BFRB
Nour Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs)—like skin picking, hair pulling, nail biting, or cheek biting—are often misunderstood, minimized, or treated like “bad habits” that you should just be able to stop. In reality, these behaviors are complex and often serve a purpose, whether that’s regulating anxiety, managing sensory input, or creating a sense of relief or control. Many people carry a lot of shame around BFRBs, especially when others don’t understand or when it’s been dismissed in the past. At Nour Counseling, we take this seriously—and we approach it without judgment.
We work with you to understand the patterns behind your BFRBs—when they happen, what triggers them, and what they’re doing for you in the moment. From there, we build practical, individualized strategies to reduce harm and increase awareness, whether that’s through stimulus control, replacement behaviors, sensory supports, or nervous system regulation. We also address the emotional layer—shame, frustration, and the cycle of trying to stop and feeling like you’ve “failed.” This work is not about willpower. It’s about understanding your brain and body, and creating realistic, supportive ways to shift patterns over time.
9 Years Experience
Online in West Raleigh, NC (Online Only)
BFRB
Three Oaks Behavioral Health & Wellness
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LCMHC, LCAS
Addressing behaviors like hair pulling or skin picking with tools to increase awareness and control.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near West Raleigh, NC
Online in West Raleigh, NC
BFRB
Dr. Jillian Mahatha
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Ph.D., LCMHC, NCC, ACS, CCTP
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults who experience body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs), such as hair pulling, skin picking, and related behaviors. I help clients develop greater awareness of their triggers, build effective coping strategies, and learn healthier ways to manage urges while improving overall well-being.
14 Years Experience
Online in West Raleigh, NC (Online Only)
BFRB
Dr. Christopher Lowery, DHSc, CLCP
Clinical Health Practitioner, Board-Certified Life Care Planner
This component is for individuals struggling with body-focused repetitive behaviors, supporting self-awareness, coping strategies, and skill-building to reduce urges and improve emotional and daily functioning.
24 Years Experience
Online in West Raleigh, NC
BFRB
Brave Young Minds
Psychologist
Dr. Vivyan is trained in the diagnosis and treatment of Trichotillomania (hair pulling) and Excoriation Disorder (skin picking). She uses Comprehensive Behavioral (ComB) Treatment to give you the awareness to control these behaviors with confidence.
8 Years Experience
Online in West Raleigh, NC
West Raleigh covers the western side of North Carolina's capital, taking in the North Carolina State University campus, the surrounding student neighborhoods, and established residential areas along Hillsborough Street and Western Boulevard. The area's mental health needs skew toward student and young professional concerns — academic stress, identity development, and life transitions — alongside the family and career pressures of a fast-growing Research Triangle metro. Residents draw on Raleigh's substantial therapy market, including university counseling resources and a deep bench of private practitioners across the Triangle.
Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors therapists in West Raleigh, NC Statistics
Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors therapists in West Raleigh, NC average 14 years of experience and charge around $229 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (86%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (57%), and Behavioral Therapy (57%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$229
Accept insurance
43%
Offer sliding scale
36%
Gender ID
| 55% |
Female |
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| 27% |
Male |
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| 9% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 9% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 86% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 57% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 57% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 50% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 43% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 43% | Motivational Interviewing (MI) |
| 43% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 86% | Young Adult |
| 79% | Teen |
| 71% | Senior |
| 57% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 50% | LGBTQ+ |
| 43% | Men |
| 43% | Military / Veterans |
| 43% | Persons with Disabilities |