Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors therapists in Irving, Texas TX
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Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors
Emily Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, MDiv, PhD, LMFT-S
BFRBs: Beyond the "Habit"
Compassionate Care for Hair Pulling, Skin Picking, & More
Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs), such as Trichotillomania (hair pulling) and Dermatillomania (skin picking), are frequently misunderstood as simple nervous habits or "grooming gone wrong." In reality, they are complex, self-regulatory responses to a nervous system seeking balance. I provide a shame-free, clinically sophisticated space to help you understand your urges and reclaim your relationship with your body.
Understanding the Cycle
BFRBs often thrive in the shadows of secrecy. In our work, we pull back the curtain on the cycle of:
The Sensory Urge: Identifying the "itch" or "tension" that precedes the behavior—often a response to overwhelm or a need for stimulation.
The Trance State: Addressing the "zoning out" that occurs during picking or pulling, where the behavior becomes a way to numb out or manage intense emotions.
The Shame Spiral: Breaking the cycle of regret and physical "fixing" that often follows, which only increases the anxiety that fuels the next urge.
An Integrated Path to Healing
Using my training in EMDR, Systems Theory, and Attachment, we move beyond basic "willpower" to address the deeper neurological and emotional drivers:
Somatic Regulation: We use grounding techniques to increase your Window of Tolerance, helping you stay present when the urge to pick or pull feels overwhelming.
EMDR for Body Shame: Many people with BFRBs carry deep-seated trauma or negative self-beliefs regarding their appearance. We use EMDR to process these "stuck" emotions, reducing the internal pressure that fuels the behavior.
Environmental & Sensory Styling: We look at your "system"—your home, your workspace, and your routine—to create sensory-safe environments that reduce triggers and provide healthier outlets for nervous energy.
You Are More Than Your Behavior
Whether you have struggled since childhood or have recently experienced a flare-up due to burnout or life transitions, I am here to help. We don’t just aim for "stoppage"; we aim for body neutrality, self-compassion, and a regulated nervous system.
21 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX Texas (Online Only)
Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors
Progressable
Hypnotherapist, Rapid Transformational Therapy / Hypnotherapy
Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors are issues of identity, core beliefs and heart/brain connection. Progressable helps clients break free through finding corrosive beliefs and their origin, rooting in new core beliefs and desired behaviours through the use of meditation (created specifically for the client) and mental imaging.
2 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX Texas (Online Only)
Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors
Alexander Tice
Psychologist, PsyD
Dr. Tice specializes in the treatment of BFRBs, such as picking, hairpulling (trichotillomania), and other issues related to repetitive body issues.
8 Years Experience
Online in Irving, TX Texas
Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors
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 Irving, TX Texas (Online Only)
Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors
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 Irving, TX Texas
Irving sits at the heart of the Las Colinas corporate corridor — home to the headquarters of ExxonMobil, Celanese, and dozens of other major companies — creating consistent demand for therapists experienced with executive stress, workplace culture, and the psychological cost of high-stakes corporate careers. The city's large South Asian and Korean professional communities generate significant demand for culturally competent therapists who understand bicultural identity, immigration stress, and the intersection of professional ambition with family expectations. Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Irving provides institutional mental health resources, with the broader Dallas-Fort Worth metro therapy ecosystem accessible to residents across the city. Irving's role as a corporate suburb rather than a city with strong neighborhood identity means social isolation and community-building are recurring therapy themes.
Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors therapists in Irving, Texas Statistics
Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors therapists in Irving, Texas average 15 years of experience and charge around $231 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (83%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (50%), and Behavioral Therapy (42%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$231
Accept insurance
17%
Offer sliding scale
42%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 33% |
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) |
| 50% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 42% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 42% | Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) |
| 33% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 33% | Psychoeducational Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 83% | Young Adult |
| 75% | Senior |
| 67% | Teen |
| 42% | Children |
Client Focus
| 50% | Women |
| 33% | LGBTQ+ |
| 33% | Military / Veterans |
| 33% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 25% | Men |