EFT Emotional Freedom Technique: Hair Pulling & Skin Picking

🌟 [EFT Emotional Freedom Technique: Hair Pulling & Skin Picking] 🌟

Course Updated January, 2016!

Join us on a journey to conquer Trichotillomania and Dermatillomania with the gentle yet powerful Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), also known as tapping. Our expert guide, Joan Kaylor, has been a beacon of hope for thousands who have struggled with these conditions since 1989. As a professional counselor since 1994, Joan has dedicated her career to understanding and treating body-focused repetitive behaviors, providing you with unparalleled insights and strategies.

About the Instructor

✅ Joan Kaylor: A seasoned professional with over three decades of experience in helping children, teens, and adults overcome hair pulling and skin picking. Joan's holistic approach not only addresses the urges but also provides support for the emotional turmoil often associated with these behaviors.

Course Overview

🚀 Our Mission: To equip you with effective, evidence-based strategies to manage and overcome your hair pulling (Trichotillomania) and skin picking (Dermatillomania). These conditions, while challenging, can be addressed with the right tools and support.

🤝 Treatment Approach: Unlike Obsessive Compulsive Disorders (OCD), healing from Trichotillomania and Dermatillomania requires commitment and work. But rest assured, it is a journey that can lead to lasting relief. Joan will guide you through the process of letting go of these urges with EFT, a non-invasive technique that promotes emotional release and relaxation.

Understanding Trichotillomania & Dermatillomania

🤔 What Are They?

Trichotillomania and Dermatillomania are body-focused repetitive behaviors characterized by the urge to pull out hair or pick at the skin, respectively. These behaviors can significantly impact one's quality of life and self-esteem. They often serve as a coping mechanism for stress, anxiety, or emotional distress.

🧐 Fast Facts:

• Trichotillomania affects approximately 12% of the population, with women being four times more likely to be afflicted than men.
• Symptoms typically manifest before the age of 17.
• Hair pulling can result in noticeable bald spots and a variety of skin conditions.
• These disorders can coexist with other mental health issues like depression and anxiety.

Symptoms & Impact

🚦 Common Symptoms in Children:

• Noticeable unevenness or bald patches in hair
• Constant tugging, pulling, or twisting of hair
• Denial of hair pulling behavior
• The presence of swallowed hair (a potential health risk)
• Stubble-like regrowth in bald spots
• Increased tension before pulling and a sense of relief afterward.
• Engagement in other self-injurious behaviors
• Feelings of satisfaction or gratification after the behavior

🤗 Associated Issues:

• Sadness or depression
• Anxiety
• Low self-esteem
• For some, these disorders persist throughout life. However, with proper treatment, many people experience a significant reduction in symptoms and an improvement in overall well-being.

What You Will Learn:

📚 Strategies to Manage Urges:

• Understanding the root causes of hair pulling and skin picking.
• Learning coping mechanisms for stress, anxiety, and emotional distress.
• Implementing EFT (tapping) techniques to alleviate urges and promote relaxation.

🤝 Counseling for Emotional Healing:

• Addressing the shame and depression that often accompany these disorders.
• Communicating effectively with family members to navigate the challenges associated with Trichotillomania and Dermatillomania.

The EFT Approach

🤫 Why EFT?

EFT is a gentle, non-invasive technique that can be learned and practiced by anyone. It combines the principles of acupuncture with psychology to help relieve emotional stress and physical symptoms. This course will provide you with the step-by-step guidance necessary to effectively apply EFT in your daily life.

Join Us Today!

🌟 Take the First Step:

Embark on a transformative journey to reclaim control over your life. With Joan's expertise and the power of EFT, you can learn to manage Trichotillomania and Dermatillomania effectively. Sign up for this course and start your path to healing today.

Enroll now and let's tap into a brighter, healthier future together! 🌱✨