Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors therapists in Brampton, Ontario ON, Canada CA
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Marjan Emami
Counsellor/Therapist, MD, RTC #3608, MPCC-Provisional #4797, ACTA #3122
I approach body-focused repetitive behaviors—such as skin picking, hair pulling, or nail biting—as meaningful responses, often serving as ways the body regulates tension or unmet emotional needs. Together, we explore what these behaviors are expressing and the patterns behind them. Through increased awareness and a more compassionate relationship with oneself, change can emerge in a way that is both sustainable and respectful.
2 Years Experience
Online in Brampton, ON Ontario (Online Only)
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Tamara Daniszewski
Registered Social Worker, M.ED, MSW, RSW
Hair pulling, skin picking or other repetitive behaviours are not just “bad habits.” They are often ways the nervous system tries to cope with stress, anxiety or overwhelm. Therapy focuses on reducing shame, increasing awareness and building healthier coping tools that actually work.
13 Years Experience
In-Person Near Brampton, ON
Online in Brampton, ON Ontario
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Yasmin Rombola-Bacchus
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, Registered Psychotherapist, Dipl. Psych.
I provide strategies to challenge negative self-perceptions, build self-esteem, and foster self-acceptance. My approach focuses on exploring the underlying factors contributing to your concerns and developing practical techniques to enhance your experience. Together, we work towards breaking free from harmful pressures, and achieving a balanced and fulfilling life.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Brampton, ON
Online in Brampton, ON Ontario
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Shelley Murphy, Food & Body Image Hypnotherapist
Hypnotherapist, BASc, Former RD
Unwanted body focused repetitive behaviours often originate in the subconscious mind as coping mechanisms for stress, boredom, or emotional discomfort. Hypnosis works by accessing that subconscious space and helping to reframe the mind’s association with the habit, release the need for it, and create new mental pathways that support calm, awareness, and control.
3 Years Experience
Online in Brampton, ON Ontario (Online Only)
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The Cohen Clinic
Psychologist, Psy.D.
We support individuals struggling with Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs), which include behaviours such as hair-pulling, skin-picking, and nail-biting. Our therapists help you understand your triggers, break the cycle, and develop healthier coping strategies that work in real time.
You can work to reduce stress, improve self-esteem, and regain control over your behaviors. Take the first step toward lasting change and contact us today!
14 Years Experience
Online in Brampton, ON Ontario (Online Only)
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Rikki-Lee Epp
Therapist, Registered Psychotherapist, RP, BA, Dipl. Psych.
I work with Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (like hair pulling or skin picking) by exploring the emotional and relational roots of these symptoms. Through a psychodynamic lens, we look at how these behaviors may unconsciously serve to manage overwhelming feelings, self-criticism, or unresolved inner conflict. Our work supports deeper self-understanding, emotional regulation, and gentler ways of relating to the self.
3 Years Experience
Online in Brampton, ON Ontario (Online Only)
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Samantha Williams-Lauder
Registered Social Worker, MSW,RSW
Body focused repetitive behaviours, such as skin picking, hair pulling, or other repetitive habits, can bring shame, frustration, and a sense of being out of control. Therapy can help you understand triggers, emotions, urges, and patterns without judgment. Together, we can build awareness, coping strategies, and more compassionate responses to difficult moments.
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near Brampton, ON
Online in Brampton, ON Ontario
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Dr. Devina Daya
Psychologist, Ph.D., C. Psych
I support individuals struggling with body-focused repetitive behaviours, such as hair pulling, skin picking, and nail biting. Using evidence-based approaches, we work to increase awareness of triggers, build alternative coping strategies, and reduce shame while fostering lasting behavioural change.
5 Years Experience
Online in Brampton, ON Ontario (Online Only)
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Ashleigh Bell
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, Qualifying
Hair pulling, skin picking, or nail-biting can feel automatic and embarrassing. I offer a non-judgmental space to understand the emotional and sensory triggers behind these behaviours and introduce practical strategies to reduce harm, increase awareness, and respond to urges in gentler ways.
5 Years Experience
In-Person Near Brampton, ON
Online in Brampton, ON Ontario
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Edan Tasca
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, Qualifying
We treat BFRBs—hair pulling, skin picking, nail biting—using Habit Reversal Training, stimulus control, and shame-free coaching. You’ll track urges, practice competing responses, and celebrate micro-wins. Change is measurable and compassionate.
10 Years Experience
In-Person Near Brampton, ON
Online in Brampton, ON Ontario
Brampton is one of Canada's fastest-growing and most ethnically diverse cities, with a majority South Asian population — predominantly Punjabi, Tamil, and Gujarati communities — creating strong demand for culturally grounded therapists who understand the intersection of South Asian family expectations, immigration stress, and mental health. Stigma barriers to therapy access remain significant in some communities, and therapists who can work within South Asian family frameworks and address help-seeking stigma sensitively are especially valued. William Osler Health System's Brampton Civic Hospital provides institutional mental health resources, with a growing private practice community. Many residents also access care through the broader Greater Toronto Area therapy ecosystem, particularly via telehealth.
Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors therapists in Brampton, Ontario, Canada Statistics
Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors therapists in Brampton, Ontario, Canada average 9 years of experience and charge around $180 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (93%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (79%), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) (71%).
Average years in practice
9 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$180
Accept insurance
71%
Offer sliding scale
64%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 26% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 5% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 64% |
In Person and Online |
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| 36% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 93% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 79% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 71% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 71% | Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) |
| 71% | Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) |
| 64% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 64% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 86% | Young Adult |
| 79% | Teen |
| 71% | Senior |
| 43% | Children |
Client Focus
| 86% | Women |
| 79% | Men |
| 71% | Black / African American |
| 71% | LGBTQ+ |
| 64% | Asian |