Lisa is the founder of Healing from Hair Pulling (HFHP) and the lead health educator for the UnTrick Yourself™ program. Drawing on her expertise as a Certified Health Coach and her personal journey with trichotillomania after domestic assault, Lisa created HFHP to empower women with the knowledge and tools they need to better manage hair-pulling behaviors.

Through personalized support and evidence-based education, she helps participants uncover the root causes of their challenges and build sustainable strategies for healing.

In addition to leading HFHP, Lisa designs digital health programs for people with disabilities through her work as a healthcare communicator, marketing coach and legislative advocate.
Her approach blends her background in disability health services with lifestyle coaching to support women in achieving balance and self-compassion in
their daily lives. 

Christina is a dedicated advocate and educator who has spent decades helping individuals overcome body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs). As the founder of The TLC Foundation for BFRBs, she has been a pioneering force in raising awareness, advancing research, and creating resources for those affected by conditions like trichotillomania for more than 30 years.

Christina combines her personal experience with professional expertise to guide and empower others on their healing journeys. Visit her website here.

When not working directly with the BFRB community, Christina focuses on teaching mindfulness, spiritual practices, and self-compassion through her workshops and writings. Her holistic approach encourages individuals to explore the deeper aspects of healing, fostering personal growth and resilience while promoting balance and well-being.

Sarah Galbraith Laucks is a seasoned writer and editor dedicated to creating impactful educational content in healthcare and wellness. With over 25 years of experience in disability program management, she has a deep passion for making complex information accessible and meaningful, helping individuals and organizations thrive through effective communication.

In addition to advising HFHP, she supports a wide variety of holistic healthcare business clients with her advisory services.

 She is particularly focused on initiatives that foster learning and connection, drawing on her rich professional background to support meaningful change for our community. 

For more than 30 years, Rick has advised healthcare providers on growth strategies as a certified public accountant and as a mergers and acquisitions expert. 

As the President of Steven Richards & Associates, he has negotiated the sale of more than 150 healthcare businesses (including Lisa's first disability service platform in 2016) while charitably contributing to a wide variety of organizations that assist underserved communities in need.

Rick lives in Tampa, Florida and is the proud father of two adopted daughters.

We are truly grateful for Rick's benevolent support, for without it,
HFHP would not have been possible.