When the Urge Acts Out: Treating Trichotillomania Like a Pet or Child That Needs You

In this episode, I share a transformative moment from a hypnosis session where my trichotillomania urge appeared as a gentle cat kneading at my scalp, not to harm me, but to offer comfort and ask for connection. This visualization shifted my experience from shame to care, helping me meet my urges not with control, but with compassion. Whether it’s a needy cat, a hyper dog, or a child craving love. this reframing of your hair pulling urges as an outside entity that needs your attention and care can unlock a more sustainable, nurturing approach to your own self care that reduces the urge to pull. f you’ve ever felt at war with your body and your hair pulling cravings, this reframe might offer you a new path.