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SkinPick.com: Honest conversations about skin picking

SkinPick.com: Honest conversations about skin picking

SkinPick.com 16 Episodes Aug 20, 2026

A podcast by SkinPick, created as a space for learning, connection, and compassion. It explores excoriation disorder (skin picking) through open conversations with therapists, dermatologists, researchers, and people with lived experience. The episodes discuss science, stigma, daily realities, and hope. Aimed at those seeking understanding, community, or support.

Episodes

The Role of Aestheticians in Skin Picking
The Role of Aestheticians in Skin Picking Aug 20, 2026 00:59:59 Aestheticians are often among the first professionals to notice the signs of skin picking. But what happens next can have a lasting impact. Join our host, Meryl a Counsellor and Chief Community Officer of SkinPick and guest, Pamlya, an Aesthetician for an insightful conversation exploring the important role aestheticians play in recognising these conditions, responding with the right support and c
Supporting Someone with Skin Picking: Your Questions Answered
Supporting Someone with Skin Picking: Your Questions Answered Aug 11, 2026 01:11:57 What does meaningful support really look like for someone living with skin picking or hair pulling?Join Meryl, Counsellor and community manager and Laura, LCSW for a live Q&A as they answer your questions about supporting someone with a Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviour (BFRB). Drawing on both professional and lived experience, they'll explore common challenges, misunderstandings, and prac
When It’s Personal: Talking Honestly About Skin Picking
When It’s Personal: Talking Honestly About Skin Picking Jul 23, 2026 01:16:13 In this conversation, Meryl and Laura come together to talk openly about skin picking and hair pulling (BFRBS) from different, deeply personal perspectives.Meryl shares her experience as a counsellor and Chief Community Officer at SkinPick, as well as a parent of children who live with skin picking and hair pulling. Laura brings her voice as a SkinPick therapist who also lives with trichotillomani
When You “Zone Out”: Understanding Skin Picking Trance States
When You “Zone Out”: Understanding Skin Picking Trance States May 27, 2026 01:03:45 Many people who struggle with skin picking describe slipping into a trance-like state, only becoming aware once time has passed or the damage is done. These moments can feel confusing, frustrating, and deeply upsetting. In this webinar, using research and lived experience, we’ll explore the science behind these “picking trances,” why they happen, and how dissociation and focused attention play a r
Understanding Excoriation Disorder: Skin Picking Q&A, episode 1, 2026
Understanding Excoriation Disorder: Skin Picking Q&A, episode 1, 2026 Jan 15, 2026 01:03:30 Clinical Social Worker, and SkinPick therapist, Laura Santner answers all your questions on skin picking (excoriation disorder).Some questions for this session include:-What causes skin picking- why is this happening to me?-Is skin picking a life-long struggle? Is it possible to ever stop?-Are there any treatments that can help with scarring?-What are common triggers? Why am I picking?-Why being t
Calm the Urge: Using PMR (Progressive Muscle Relaxation) for Skin Picking ReliefCalm the Urge: Using PMR (Progressive Muscle Relaxation) for Skin Picking Relief
Calm the Urge: Using PMR (Progressive Muscle Relaxation) for Skin Picking ReliefCalm the Urge: Using PMR (Progressive Muscle Relaxation) for Skin Picking Relief Nov 20, 2025 01:01:18 Tension and stress often build up before a picking episode—what if you could interrupt that cycle?In the webinar, you’ll learn how PMR works, why it helps with picking, and how to start using it in your daily routine.For more information on excoriation disorder (skin picking) and treatment, visit www.skinpick.com#skinpicking #excoriationdisorder #skinpickingdisorder #skinpick
Understanding Skin Picking— Q&A Series 2025, Episode 12
Understanding Skin Picking— Q&A Series 2025, Episode 12 Oct 27, 2025 01:04:41 Clinical Social Worker, and SkinPick therapist, Laura Santner answers all your questions on skin picking (excoriation disorder).Some questions for this session include:-My daughter doesn’t want to talk about it—how can I support her?-Can therapy help someone struggling with both eczema and skin picking?-Does it make a difference if I only pick in one area?-Why do I tend to pick more in the evening
In Their Own Words: With Michelle Peters
In Their Own Words: With Michelle Peters Oct 9, 2025 01:02:09 Join us for another episode of In Their Own Words—a series where people with lived experience of skin picking share their stories and insights on understanding and managing these behaviors. We’ll be talking with Michelle Peters, who began picking at age three. She shares openly about slips and setbacks, and how self-compassion can help navigate these moments. Her story offers hope, showing that re
In Their Own Words: Lauren McKeaney on Advocacy, Awareness & Living with Skin Picking
In Their Own Words: Lauren McKeaney on Advocacy, Awareness & Living with Skin Picking Oct 6, 2025 01:15:47 Join Meryl Da Costa-Rohland, Counsellor and SkinPick Community Manager, for In Their Own Words—a series highlighting personal journeys with lived experience of skin picking. In this session, Lauren McKeaney, founder of the Picking Me Foundation, shares her story, her mission to raise awareness, and practical insights for anyone managing or supporting someone with skin picking. Whether you pick, or
"Why Me?" Understanding Skin Picking with Prof Clare Mackay
"Why Me?" Understanding Skin Picking with Prof Clare Mackay Sep 22, 2025 01:04:54 Hosted by Counsellor and Community Manager, Meryl Da Costa-Rohland, with guest host , Prof Clare Mackay they talk about from a neuroscience perspective, some of the reasons why we pick. They’ll explore grooming behaviours, emotional regulation, and how shifting the questions we ask ourselves can lead to greater understanding and self-compassion.
May 2025 Skin Picking Q&A
May 2025 Skin Picking Q&A Sep 16, 2025 01:15:15 Some of the questions included in this session:What causes skin picking?What type of therapist should I look for?How common is skin picking?Is dermatillomania a lifelong struggle?Are there treatments available to help with scarring?Can nutrition (coffee intake) impact urges?Does NAC help with skin picking?
February 2025: Skin Picking Q&A, Love, Intimacy and Romance
February 2025: Skin Picking Q&A, Love, Intimacy and Romance Sep 16, 2025 00:47:30 SkinPick Therapist, and Clinical Social Worker, Laura Santner will be answering all your questions related to love, romance and intimacy.

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