This training offers a comprehensive introduction to Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs), providing essential knowledge on the diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment options available for clients. Participants will explore effective, evidence-based treatment strategies currently used to help individuals manage and reduce BFRBs, such as hair-pulling (trichotillomania) and skin-picking (excoriation). Through the use of case study, clinicians will have the opportunity to apply their newly acquired knowledge and practice implementing these strategies in real-world scenarios.
Ideal for beginner clinicians or those unfamiliar with BFRBs, this training does not require any prior experience with these behaviors. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the foundational understanding and practical skills to confidently address BFRBs in their clinical practice, improving client care and outcomes.
Training objectives:
- Identify the diagnostic criteria for BFRBs
- Learn current and effective treatment models for BFRBs
- Practice implementation of assessment and treatment planning
Bio of presenter
Presented by Rebecca Roberts, LCPC : [email protected]
Rebecca Roberts, LCPC, is a Lead Clinical Director and psychotherapist for AMK Counseling in Chicago, IL. Her experience includes helping clients across the lifespan with anxiety, life transitions, trauma, OCD, Body-focused repetitive behaviors, and other stressor-related concerns. Rebecca is trained in Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD and Supportive Parenting for Childhood Anxious Emotions. She also holds a Level II Certification in Trauma treatment. She has led professional workshops on mental health for partners in the Chicago community and serves as a BTTI faculty member for the IOCDF as well as a Task Force Member of the IOCDF DEI Action Council.
Participants can earn 1 CE credit for completion of this On Demand course.
AMK Counseling has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7277. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. AMK Counseling is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.