Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors therapists in Houston, TX
Browse Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors therapists in Houston, Texas. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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
In-Person in Houston, TX 77008
Online in Houston, TX
BFRB
Allyson Fellows, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
Expert Treatment for Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) with Dr. Allyson Fellows, Psy.D.
Are you struggling with Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) such as hair pulling, skin picking, or nail biting? Dr. Allyson Fellows, Psy.D., is here to help. As a licensed clinical psychologist, FL, Dr. Fellows specializes in providing expert treatment for BFRBs.
About Dr. Allyson Fellows
Dr. Allyson Fellows earned her Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University and has extensive postdoctoral training. With years of experience in treating BFRBs, Dr. Fellows is dedicated to helping her clients overcome these challenging behaviors and achieve lasting relief.
Why Choose Dr. Fellows for BFRB Treatment?
Expertise: Dr. Fellows has specialized training and experience in treating various BFRBs, including trichotillomania (hair pulling), dermatillomania (skin picking), and onychophagia (nail biting).
Evidence-Based Techniques: Utilizing cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), habit reversal training (HRT), and mindfulness strategies, Dr. Fellows provides effective and proven methods to reduce and manage BFRBs.
Personalized Care: Each treatment plan is tailored to the unique needs of the client, ensuring a comprehensive and individualized approach to managing BFRBs.
Our Approach
Dr. Fellows combines cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) with habit reversal training (HRT) and mindfulness techniques to help clients understand and manage their BFRBs. Through these evidence-based methods, clients learn to replace harmful behaviors with healthier coping strategies, leading to lasting change and improved quality of life.
Get Started Today
Take control of your Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors with the expert guidance of Dr. Allyson Fellows. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and begin your journey to a healthier, more confident you.
8 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX
BFRB
Juniper Mental Health
Psychologist, PhD
Many people suffer silently through BFRBs. We are here to help you learn how to reduce your hair pulling, skin picking, etc. while navigating the emotional impact of BFRBs. We assist you in learning how to have more awareness of your behaviors, learn how to manage your urges differently, and ultimately reduce the BFRBs and their impact on your life. We offer both individual and class formats for BFRB treatment.
8 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX (Online Only)
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 Houston, TX (Online Only)
BFRB
Seven Hills Psychology
Psychologist, Psychologist
We offer treatment of body-focused repetitive behaviors.
18 Years Experience
Online in Houston, TX
Houston is one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the United States, and therapists here serve an extraordinarily wide range of cultural communities, with strong demand for bilingual and multicultural practitioners across its many distinct neighborhoods. The city's petrochemical industry and repeated major flooding events — including Hurricane Harvey — have made trauma, grief, and disaster recovery a persistent focus for many Houston therapists. Texas Medical Center, the largest medical complex in the world, provides an extensive institutional backdrop, with a large independent therapy community spread across the Heights, Montrose, and the Energy Corridor. Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin, Hindi, and Urdu-speaking therapists are all well represented in the Houston metro.
Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors therapists in Houston, TX Statistics
Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors therapists in Houston, TX average 14 years of experience and charge around $238 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (83%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (58%), and Behavioral Therapy (50%).
Average years in practice
14 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$238
Accept insurance
33%
Offer sliding scale
33%
Gender ID
| 77% |
Female |
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| 23% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 50% |
In Person and Online |
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| 50% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 83% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 58% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 50% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 42% | Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) |
| 42% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 42% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
| 42% | Relational Psychotherapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 83% | Young Adult |
| 75% | Teen |
| 58% | Senior |
| 50% | Children |
Client Focus
| 50% | Women |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 33% | Men |
| 33% | Military / Veterans |
| 33% | Persons with Disabilities |