Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health conditions worldwide, affecting approximately 4% of the global population. The prevalence of these disorders has increased significantly in recent decades, with high-income regions reporting higher rates.
Despite the availability of effective anxiety treatments, a significant number of individuals with anxiety disorders do not receive adequate care. This treatment gap is due to factors such as stigma, lack of awareness, and limited access to mental health services.
The most common types of anxiety disorders include Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, and Specific Phobias. The prevalence of these disorders varies, with Specific Phobias being the most common.
Several factors contribute to the development and prevalence of anxiety disorders. These include genetics, environment, neurobiology, and socioeconomic factors. Lower socioeconomic status, for instance, is associated with higher rates of anxiety disorders.
Anxiety disorders significantly affect individuals’ quality of life, physical health, and economic productivity. They can cause difficulty in daily activities, relationships, and work, increase the risk of chronic medical conditions, and lead to lost productivity and healthcare costs.
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