Teen Hangouts: Groups for Teens with BFRBs to be themselves and learn

Teen Hangouts

A chill space for Teenagers ages 13-17

BFRBs suck for a lot of reasons.

Fearing permanent damage.
Affecting your social life.
Stealing time from hobbies you love.
Feeling like you don't know what else to turn to.

Get Support a Teen Hangout

You aren't the only person in the world with a BFRB, even though it might feel that way sometimes.

Teen Hangouts are led by a BFRB Peer Coach who has been there.

A woman is using a laptop with a group of people on it.

Hang out with people who understand.

Meeting people who go through the same thing that you do is a great way to shatter the shame that comes with a BFRB. It feels better to be in community!

Join a Teen Hangout

Teen Hangouts are a safe haven that allow you to:

Meet your Peer Coach!

Peer Coach Gessie Perez is passionate about working with children, and is a dedicated BFRB advocate. She has had trichotillomania since the age of 11 and has made it her life's mission to give back to the BFRB community.

Gessie currently works as a caregiver for children with developmental disabilities. In 2019, she started her “Trichster Sisters” program, in which she sends care packages to young girls with trichotillomania and acts as a mentor to them. She is also the author of a memoir, Triumphant Trichster, and A Trichy Situation, a picture book for kids. She serves as the Programs Director for The Lyder Foundation, a non-profit focused on supporting those with BFRBs in communities of color. As a long time part of the Keen family, Gessie is excited to now join HabitAware as a team member!