Anna Marie Barrett

Anna earned her Masters of Social Work at Barry University in Miami, FL in 2017 and completed her internship in co-occurring disorders. Anna has a Bachelors of Art in Religious Studies from Naropa University and is a certified yoga and meditation instructor. Anna has received specialized training in somatic counseling with an emphasis on body-centered psychotherapy. In addition to Anna’s work with Guardian, she has a background in community engagement, gender and sexuality, and working with co-occurring populations and persons with eating disorders from a client-centered perspective.

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What Is Holistic Addiction Treatment?

May 12th, 2023|Comments Off on What Is Holistic Addiction Treatment?

What Is Holistic Addiction Treatment? Addressing addiction is a complex process that calls for attention to the mind, body, and spirit. One effective approach is holistic addiction treatment. This type of recovery treatment considers ...

Virtual & Telehealth Options Are Innovative Approaches to Local Addiction Treatment

May 10th, 2023|Comments Off on Virtual & Telehealth Options Are Innovative Approaches to Local Addiction Treatment

Virtual and telehealth treatment approaches became increasingly popular during the COVID-19 pandemic, as they allowed individuals to receive medical and mental health treatment from the comfort of their own homes. Telehealth options also provide ...

The Importance of Family Support in Local Addiction Recovery

May 3rd, 2023|Comments Off on The Importance of Family Support in Local Addiction Recovery

Addiction is a chronic disease that has an impact on the entire family, endangering economic and interpersonal security. Family members of a person with an addiction often experience anxiety, sadness, fear, anger, and frustration ...

What Factors to Consider When Choosing a Local Addiction Program

April 24th, 2023|Comments Off on What Factors to Consider When Choosing a Local Addiction Program

Deciding to enter addiction recovery might feel daunting, and can lead to feelings of overwhelm and loneliness. You might feel like you are alone in your struggles; as if no one quite understands what ...

What Is the Treatment Process During Drug Rehab?

April 24th, 2023|Comments Off on What Is the Treatment Process During Drug Rehab?

Often misunderstood, drug and alcohol treatment is an important process that many feel the need to participate in to overcome the addictive cycles in their life. With rumors, media depictions, and misinformation available, many ...

The Benefits of Seeking Local Addiction Treatment

April 21st, 2023|Comments Off on The Benefits of Seeking Local Addiction Treatment

Substance use has become a public health concern within the United States. In the United States, approximately 61.2 million individuals engaged in the use of a substance in 2021. (1) That same year, 46.3 million ...