Understanding body-focused repetitive behaviours (bfrbs)
Lucy Pook, Natasha Willson and Pavitt Thatcher
In Understanding BFRBS, our expert panel, Lucy Pook, Natasha Willson, and Pavitt Thatcher, cover the various types of BFRBs, their causes, their impact on daily life, and effective treatments.
They also delve into the complex interplay of cultural and diversity factors that influence the lived experiences of those affected by BFRBs.
Lucy Pook: artist, comedian and lived experience expert
Lucy Pook is an artist and comedian whose work combines comedy and transcription to explore observation and interpretation. She uses her art to find a sense of identity and to manage the repetitive behaviours she developed from a young age. Through her creative practice, Lucy aims to stay curious, create laughter, and make meaningful connections with the world around her.
Natasha Willson: BFRB UK & Ireland volunteer and lived experience expert
Natasha Wilson, has lived with OCD for most of her life. She managed to complete her university education despite her struggles and now focuses on her mental health with hopes of returning to work or further study. Natasha volunteers for BFRB UK & Ireland and contributes to OCD Action’s EDI Co-Production Panel, finding joy and purpose in these roles.
Pavitt Thatcher: Co-founder of BFRB UK & Ireland and lived experience expert
Pavitt Thatcher is a trainee integrative psychotherapist specialising in OCD and BFRBs. As a co-founder of BFRB UK and Ireland, she advocates for mental health, raises awareness, and provides resources for those affected by BFRBs. Pavitt also facilitates peer support groups and has a long-standing collaboration with The TLC Foundation. Additionally, she is a dedicated member of OCD Action’s EDI Panel.
If you missed this informative webinar initially, you can catch up here: https://ocdaction.org.uk/webinars/
