Testimonials for Annette Pasternak
Meet Heather. Since her teenage years, Heather tried many skin picking treatments. She went to psychologists and psychiatrists, tried CBT, other types of therapy, and medications, but nothing worked. Then she found an alternative, me (Annette Pasternak), also known as the “Stop Skin Picking Coach”. For the first time since repeatedly seeking help from this…
One of my recent clients wrote her story, which I share with you here: “I am a 30 year old woman. When I was about 7 or 8 years old I began to pick at my skin, mainly my legs. I would sit on the bathroom floor for what felt like at least an…
While I originally focused on coaching adults age 18 and over to stop skin picking, three requests in a single week last summer from parents of 13-15 year old girls prompted me to change my mind and try out coaching teenagers as well. Coaching teens has been an enjoyable and rewarding experience for me and something I plan to continue.…
Annette first came to my attention when I downloaded her audio recordings. I sobbed as she explained aspects and emotional triggers of this addictive behaviour because, for the first time, someone knew, someone got it. I was not alone. This was a defining moment; it was my start on a path towards recovery. As a…
I’m so grateful that I found Annette. I’ve had trich for 40 years and skin picking for roughly 20, The picking has become much more prominent in recent years. I’ve been to counselors and to psychiatrists and have tried a number of other therapeutic options, but the coaching that I’ve received from Annette has provided…
I got an email yesterday (including the picture above) from one of my dear clients whose story you may have already read. I asked her if I could share its contents to inspire you, and she was happy to share. “I wanted to give you a small update – my best friends wedding was a…
“Before I started working with Annette, I had given up hope that I could be free from being controlled by skin picking. I had gone to numerous therapists who either told me they had no idea what skin picking was, or that I would not be able to be free of the compulsions without medication.…
