TLC BFRB Conference

The TLC Conference has been a well-loved tradition within the BFRB community for many years, gathering people from around the globe to learn, grow, and celebrate.

We wrapped up the BFRB Awareness Week 2024 with the ultimate BFRB event!

TLC Foundation's IN PERSON BFRB Conference was held October 5th & 6th, 2024 at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C.!


*This program is subject to change


We are so excited to gather as a community in person again at the 2025 BFRB Conference in Washington, DC. All announcements will be made on our social media platforms, as well as on our newsletter.

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What is the BFRB Conference?

The BFRB Conference is about:

learning to love yourself no matter where you are on your BFRB journey

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making friends and strengthening your support system through community connection

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gaining additional insight into your BFRBs

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expanding your BFRB toolbox with new strategies and resources

Who typically attends TLC’s BFRB Conference?

Individuals experiencing a number of BFRB diagnoses including:

  • Skin picking/scratching/eating
  • Hair pulling/picking/cutting/eating
  • Nail/cuticle biting/picking/eating
  • Cheek biting
  • Lip biting/picking/licking
  • Tongue chewing
  • Nose picking/eating
  • And other BFRB diagnoses

Other members of the BFRB community such as:

  • Parents
  • Siblings
  • Spouses/partners
  • Friends and loved ones
  • Behavioral health clinicians
  • Medical providers
  • Educators