Have you ever wondered if there's a connection between trauma, addiction, and anxiety? Our guest, Shawnee Palmer has made it her life's goal to help others overcome barriers and trauma that stand in the way of their life purpose. She's a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Addiction Counselor. A Mental Health Author. The owner & operator of Alpine’s Empowerment Agency, a thriving successful Mental Health practice. In this episode, she shares ways to manage anxiety and Addiction. You will learn the connection between trauma, Anxiety, and Addiction. Why is it so important to talk about our mental illness? According to the National Institute of Mental Health, 1 in 5 Americans suffers from a form of mental disorder. The goal is to help remove the stigma when it comes to mental illness. Remember you are not defined by your mental illness. Continue lifting voices through storytelling. Make sure to rate us on Apple Podcast, Subscribe, support us, and follow this show on Anchor and Spotify. Shawnee Palmer, LCSW, LAC www.loveandserenitywellness.com www.alpinesempowermentagency.com Get Inform/support on Mental Health https://www.nami.org/Support-Education Connect with us on Social Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liftallvoices/?view_public_for=100437558439336 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/liftallvoices/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMhx4RgU58Ry-AriUcmGkKw