HRT and ComB interventions represent significant advancements in the treatment of BFRBs. Research shows that these methods can reduce the frequency of behaviors by 60–80% for those who complete treatment.
Your therapist will begin with a thorough assessment to understand your unique behavior patterns—what triggers them, what purpose they serve, and where and when they tend to occur. From there, you'll learn strategies for increasing self-awareness, including simple tools for tracking behaviors and identifying urges in real time. You'll also create “competing responses,” which are intentional, alternative actions to use when you notice the urge arising.
Along the way, you'll build tools for managing the emotions and environments that tend to trigger these behaviors. For children, the plan includes parent training to help reinforce skills and provide support at home, whereas therapy for teens and adults focuses on applying techniques independently across school, work, and social settings.
Therapy Lab clinicians hold advanced degrees in clinical psychology or related science-based clinical practices, with specialized training in BFRB-specific protocols. They create a supportive, non-judgmental environment where these often sensitive issues can be addressed without shame. To learn more about evidence-based treatments for BFRBs, please see the resources below.
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