Britney Elyse

About: Britney Elyse

Britney Elyse has over 15 years experience in mental health and addiction treatment. Britney completed her undergraduate work at San Francisco State University and her M.A. in Clinical Psychology at Antioch University. Britney worked in the music industry for several years prior to discovering her calling as a therapist. Britney's background in music management, gave her first hand experience working with musicians impacted by addiction. Britney specializes in treating trauma using Somatic Experiencing and evidence based practices. Britney’s work begins with forming a strong therapeutic alliance to gain trust and promote change. Britney has given many presentations on somatic therapy in the treatment setting to increase awareness and decrease the stigma of mental health issues. A few years ago, Britney moved into the role of Clinical Director and found her passion in supervising the clinical team. Britney’s unique approach to client care, allows us to access and heal, our most severe cases with compassion and love. Prior to join the Carrara team, Britney was the Clinical Director of a premier luxury treatment facility with 6 residential houses and an outpatient program

Britney Elyse / November 30, 2024

10 Daily Habits to Strengthen Sobriety and Build a Healthier Life

Building healthy habits and planning productive daily routines are the cornerstones of recovery from addiction. When you plan your day and fill your time with activities and behaviors that benefit your body, mind, and soul, you’ll find it easier...

Britney Elyse / November 30, 2024

Harnessing Mindfulness: A Pathway to Addiction Recovery

In 1982, Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn’s Stress Reduction Clinic, based out of UMass Medical Center, was pioneering research into the burgeoning field of mindfulness and its impact on recovery. A decade later, in 1992, John Teasdale and Zindel Segal, together...