TrichStop: Honest conversations about hair pulling

Tension and stress often build up before a pulling episode—what if you could interrupt that cycle? In the session, you’ll learn how PMR works, why it helps with pulling, and how to start using it in your daily routine. For more information on trichotillomania and treatment, visit www.trichstop.com #hairpulling #hairpullingdisorder #trichotillomania

In this Q&A session, trichotillomania experts answer real questions from parents and individuals with lived experience of hair pulling. Topics discussed include:-Why someone may struggle to stop pulling, even when motivated-What makes it hard to “try harder” or resist urges-How changes like short hairstyles can affect pulling behaviors-Whether fidgets that mimic pulling motions can be helpful...

Join us for another episode of In Their Own Words—a series where people with lived experience of body-focused repetitive behaviours (BFRBs) share their stories, insights, and lessons learned on the path to understanding and managing these behaviors. We’ll be talking with Michelle Peters, who began picking at the age of three. Michelle shares openly about the challenges of slips and setbacks, and h...

Join Meryl Da Costa-Rohland, Counsellor and TrichStop Community Manager, for In Their Own Words—a series highlighting personal journeys with lived experience of Bfrbs (like hair pulling). In this session, Lauren McKeaney, founder of the Picking Me Foundation, shares her story, her mission to raise awareness, and practical insights for anyone managing or supporting someone with a bfrb. Whether you...

Hosted by Counsellor and Community Manager for TrichStop, Meryl Da Costa-Rohland, with guest host , Prof Clare Mackay they talk about from a neuroscience perspective, some of the reasons why we pull. They’ll explore grooming behaviours, emotional regulation, and how shifting the questions we ask ourselves can lead to greater understanding and self-compassion.

TrichStop therapist, and Clinical Social Worker, Laura Santner answers questions related to love, romance and intimacy.

TrichStop therapist, Laura Santner, an expert in treating body-focused repetitive behaviors (bfrbs) answers all your hair pulling (trichotillomania) questions. Some questions covered in this session: What causes hair pulling? What type of therapist should I look for? How common is trichotillomania? Is hair pulling a lifelong struggle? Can nutrition and coffee impact urges? Does NAC help with hair...

Join Meryl Da Costa-Rohland, Counsellor and Community Manager at TrichStop, as she sits down with TrichStop's Clinical Lead, and clinical psychologist Dr. Sofia Wenzler and Vedrana Mirkovic to explore the emotional and psychological challenges of hair pulling.

Discover the inspiring journey of Prof. Clare Mackay, a Professor of Neuroscience at the University of Oxford, who has lived with trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder) since the age of 12. In this webinar, Prof. Mackay will share her personal story of overcoming shame and secrecy, as well as her mission to unravel the science behind body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) like hair pulling, s...

Meryl Da Costa-Rohland, Counsellor and Community Manager at TrichStop engages with leading experts, Clinical Psychologists, Dr. Sofia Wenzler and Vedrana Mirkovic, to dive deep into the emotional and psychological aspects of hair pulling and skin picking. Through these conversations, gain valuable guidance, practical tools, and fresh perspectives on managing these behaviors. Whether you’re seeking...

A special webinar with Becca Schneider, an actor and writer who has turned her experience with hair pulling into a powerful, award-winning solo show called "TRICH". She’ll share her journey—from her teen years through today—using art as a tool for healing while exploring themes of mental health, shame, and recovery. An inspiring conversation on finding strength and community through vuln...

Meryl Da Costa Rohland, Counsellor and Community Manager at TrichStop, talks to Aneela Idnani about her personal and professional journey with trichotillomania (hair pulling).Aneela’s story offers courage, hope, and practical insights on healing, self-awareness, and empowerment. For more information on skin picking and treatment visit our website: www.trichstop.com