Support Groups
Finding the right support group can make a real difference.
Many people with a BFRB spend years feeling isolated or believing they’re the only one experiencing this. Connecting with others who understand the experience can reduce shame, build awareness, and support meaningful change.
You don’t have to share, and you don’t have to have anything figured out before you show up. Explore the groups below to find one that feels like a fit for you.
Disclaimer: Peer support groups listed here are independently run and not affiliated with The BFRB Foundation. This directory is for informational purposes only and does not constitute clinical care.
Virtual • International • Free
Monthly • 8:00 PM BST
Skin Picking • Hair Pulling • General BFRBs
Virtual • International • Free
Monthly • 7:30 PM BST
Parents & Caregivers • General BFRBs
Virtual • International • Free
Monthly • 8:00 PM BST
Skin Picking • Hair Pulling • General BFRBs
Virtual • International • Free
Last Wednesday of each month • 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM PT
Men • Skin Picking • Hair Pulling • General BFRBs
Virtual • International • Free
Tuesdays • 6:00 PM PT
Skin Picking • Hair Pulling • Nail Biting • General BFRBs
Virtual • International • Free
3rd Friday of each month • 6:00 PM ET
Skin Picking • Hair Pulling • Nail Biting • General BFRBs
Virtual • International • Free
1st & 3rd Sunday of each month • 1:00 PM ET
Skin Picking • Hair Pulling • Nail Biting • General BFRBs
Virtual • International • Free
Monthly (rotating weekdays) • 7:00–8:30 PM ET
Skin Picking • Hair Pulling • Nail Biting • General BFRBs
Virtual • International • Free
1st Sunday of each month • 10:00–11:30 AM CET
Spanish • Skin Picking • Hair Pulling • General BFRBs
Hybrid • New York, NY • Free
Every Tuesday • 7:10–8:30 PM ET
Skin Picking • Hair Pulling • Nail Biting • General BFRBs
Virtual • International • Free
1st Wednesday of each month • 1:00 PM ET
Skin Picking • Hair Pulling • Nail Biting • General BFRBs
Hybrid • New Jersey / Virtual • Free
1st Saturday of each month • 10:00 AM ET
Skin Picking • Hair Pulling • Nail Biting • General BFRBs
Virtual • International • Free
1st Thursday of each month • 8:00 PM ET
Skin Picking • Hair Pulling • Nail Biting • General BFRBs
Virtual • International • Free
Multiple Weekly Meetings
Hair Pulling • Adults (18+)
Virtual • International • Free
1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month • 6:00 PM ET
Hair Pulling • Skin Picking • General BFRBs • Adults 50+
In-person • Guelph, Ontario • Free
1st Wednesday of each month • 6:30 PM
Hair Pulling • Skin Picking • General BFRBs
Virtual • United States • Free
1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month • 4:30 PM PT
Skin Picking • Hair Pulling • Nail Biting • General BFRBs
Virtual • United States • Free
1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month • 4:30 PM PT
Skin Picking • Hair Pulling • Nail Biting • General BFRBs
Virtual • International • Free
1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month • 4:30 PM PT
Skin Picking • Hair Pulling • Nail Biting • General BFRBs