trichotillomania
Trichotillomania (pronounced trik-o-till-o-MAY-nee-uh) is a mental condition that involves recurrent, irresistible urges to pull hair from the scalp, eyebrows, eyelids, and other areas of the body. With more than 200,000 cases diagnosed each year, this condition is very common in today's society, Thankfully, Trichotillomania is treatable! Hair Extensions are a great way to help those with Trichotillomania as they seek treatment.
One of my most memorable Trichotillomania clients had targeted areas on the back of her scalp. During her first appointment, we combined two different types of extension methods. We used special placement making sure to work around her bald spots.
During her maintenance appointment, she told me that the extensions helped "snap her out of it." She explained how when she would go to pull her hair, she felt the extensions, and they reminded her to put her hand down.
Over the course of two years, we maintained her hair extensions and eventually got her down to one method as her hair began to grow. With the help of therapy and other healing practices, her bald spots eventually grew out, and she no longer needed the hair extensions.
This was one of my favorite clients to work with, because it felt good to help someone who was losing hope. If you have Trichotillomania and you're losing hope, don't give up. You've got this! We've got this! Hair Extensions can be a huge tool in your treatment success.
Booking An Appointment
For Trichotillomania clients, I often like to see them in person first so we can make a game plan. Often times, Trichotillomania clients will need to combine different methods depending on their condition and their hair. If you'd like to book an appointment, click here to get the process started. I can't wait to hear from you and help you during your healing journey!
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Topper on Trichotillomania Client by BookWithNikki 1
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I genuinely love my job. My client has #dermatillomania (chronic skin picking) and #trichotillomania (chronic hair pulling). 😩 More than 200,000 cases of this condition are diagnosed each year. It’s a coping mechanism when we’re under extreme stress. (like biting the nails.) This was so challenging because the hair on the top of her head was barely there. But I love a good challenge. I was able to attach small beads to her hair and create a base using the #beadedsewn method for her #topclosure 🤗 When I was 15 and sitting in my guidance counselors office choosing class electives, my counselor asked me what I wanted to be. I said “I don’t know.” She noticed I had lots of colors in my hair and recommended #cosmetology. On days like this, I am forever grateful for that guidance counselor. Helping people feel good warms my heart and I’m so grateful for my career path.fine hair, hair extensions, hair loss, thinning hair, topper, trichotillomania
Topper on Trichotillomania Client by BookWithNikki
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I genuinely love my job. My client has #dermatillomania (chronic skin picking) and #trichotillomania (chronic hair pulling). 😩 More than 200,000 cases of this condition are diagnosed each year. It’s a coping mechanism when we’re under extreme stress. (like biting the nails.) This was so challenging because the hair on the top of her head was barely there. But I love a good challenge. I was able to attach small beads to her hair and create a base using the #beadedsewn method for her #topclosure 🤗 When I was 15 and sitting in my guidance counselors office choosing class electives, my counselor asked me what I wanted to be. I said “I don’t know.” She noticed I had lots of colors in my hair and recommended #cosmetology. On days like this, I am forever grateful for that guidance counselor. Helping people feel good warms my heart and I’m so grateful for my career path.hair extensions, hair loss, fine hair, thinning hair, topper, trichotillomania
