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.

Let's wrap up BFRB Awareness Week 2024 with the ultimate BFRB event!
Join us from October 5-6 for the IN PERSON BFRB Conference at the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, D.C.! Lunch will be provided on both days of the conference.

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*This program is subject to change


We are so excited to gather as a community in person again later this year. All announcements will be made on our social media platforms, as well as on our newsletter.

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We are no longer accepting submissions for the following:
1. General & Community Submissions
2. Scientific & Research Submissions

Thank you to everyone that submitted their abstracts!

What is the BFRB Conference?

The 2024 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