Ladies, it’s not just you.

More than 9 million women in the U.S. have trichotillomania.

1 in 50 will have it in their lifetime. Yet, most don’t know where to turn for help.

Let’s explore ways to help your body and spirit heal.

Coping with hair pulling?

Girl, you’re not alone. We’re here to help!

Healing from Hair Pulling was created by women for women who are also living with trichotillomania. Start with our assessment tool and browse free education and encouragement resources.

Our guided self-help course helps you better understand this chronic medical condition, including factors that can bring on flare-ups and ways to find support.

HFHP offers peer-led education and community support. It complements professional care; it is not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment.

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Each month, we share practical advice from women who understand hair pulling.

Understanding trichotillomania

Hair pulling isn’t a bad habit. It’s a chronic medical condition.

That’s why we offer guided self-help developed by women who have lived experience with TTM. You deserve understanding, useful tools, and care without shame.

It’s not just you.

35+

years of lived experience with trich, brought by our founder Diane.

A kinder place to begin

HFHP is peer-led, evidence-based health education. It doesn’t promise a cure or replace support from a qualified health professional.

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Explore the next step that feels right.

Guided learning

UnTrich Yourself™

A guided self-care course

Build your understanding of chronic hair pulling and explore ways to manage flare-ups through HFHP’s guided learning.

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Symptom Checker

A quick, private quiz

The first step is understanding where you are right now. Get a personal starting point and information you can choose to share with a loved one or doctor.

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Educational articles & resources

All articles

TTM CAUSES · EDUCATION

Let’s Talk About Trichotillomania: The Basics Every Woman Should Know

EDUCATION

The Prevalence of Trichotillomania in Women: Facts and Figures

COSMETIC HELP

Pulling Your Eyelashes or Eyebrows? Understanding Trichotillomania

SELF-HELP

Self-Care Bingo for Women Who Pull

Together, let’s find what works best, for you.

A brighter tomorrow can start with one small step.

HFHP is a health education community for women living with chronic hair pulling. Our resources help you explore a self-care plan shaped around your needs.

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