Hair-Pulling & Skin-Picking Tracker
Find patterns in body-focused repetitive behaviours.
1-page fillable PDF · US Letter (prints on A4) · Habits, Hoarding & Body-Focused Behaviours
- Approach / concern
- Habits, Hoarding & Body-Focused Behaviours
- Technique
- Habits, Hoarding & Body-Focused Behaviours
- Format
- Fillable PDF, 1 page (US Letter / A4)
- Access
- Pro and Advanced plans (3-day free trial)
- For
- Licensed clinicians to use with clients
- Updated
- November 2026
Key facts
What is Hair-Pulling & Skin-Picking Tracker?
Find patterns in body-focused repetitive behaviours. These behaviours are common and are not a lack of willpower. Tracking shows when and why they happen.
When to use it
- Hair pulling, skin picking and similar behaviours
- Difficulty discarding and clutter
- Building awareness before behaviour change
How to use it in session
- Explain the purpose and check that the client wants to do this.
- Complete the table: date / time, where / activity, feeling before.
- Patterns I notice.
- Agree one small next step.
Clinician tips
- Lead with curiosity; shame increases these behaviours.
- Set small, client-chosen goals.
- Address safety risks first in hoarding.
Sharing with clients
Members can download the PDF to print or email, or copy a private client link from the download box. Your client opens the link and downloads the worksheet on any device. No client account is needed, and nothing your client writes is stored on TherapyAid.
This worksheet is an educational tool for use by, or under the guidance of, a licensed or registered mental-health professional. It is not a diagnostic instrument or a substitute for clinical judgement. If a client is in crisis in Canada, call or text 9-8-8 or call 9-1-1.
