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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
/ June 15, 2024
Nature Rehab Programs for Addiction Treatment

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/ June 14, 2024
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/ June 14, 2024
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/ June 13, 2024
Should I Detox from Fentanyl at Home?

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/ June 11, 2024
Trauma-Informed Yoga in Recovery

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/ June 11, 2024
Benefits of Equine Therapy

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/ June 10, 2024
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/ June 9, 2024
What to Look For in a Fentanyl Rehab Program

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/ June 7, 2024
How Does Nature Contribute to Our Basic Needs?

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