Alex Gay, LPC
(she/her)
About Me
Do you feel constantly hijacked by your own mind? Whether it’s the looping "what-ifs" of anxiety and OCD, the heavy shadow of past trauma, or a persistent inner critic telling you that you aren’t enough, it is exhausting. You’re likely tired of feeling "on edge" or performing for others while feeling broken inside. You might struggle with intrusive thoughts, emotional triggers, or the burnout of chronic people-pleasing. You want to feel grounded, "good enough" in your own skin, and in control of your reactions. Together, we can move past just "surviving" the day and start building a life where you actually feel safe and present.
Healing is more than just venting; it’s about retraining your nervous system. I use EMDR to process painful memories and Parts Work to heal the inner critic. We’ll integrate DBT and mindfulness to give you "in-the-moment" tools to quiet OCD and anxiety. We’ll move at your pace to move from "fight or flight" into a state of calm and resilience.
As a trauma-informed LPC trained in EMDR, I help you turn down the volume on distress. You can expect to feel a sense of agency again—where your past and your thoughts no longer define you. I bring empathy, clinical expertise, and a real-human approach to every session. Ready to feel relief? Book a free consultation today to see if we’re a fit.
Education & Experience
In Practice for 2 years
National Louis University
Master of Science - MS, Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Sep 2021 – Jun 2024
Roosevelt University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Psychology
Jan 2019 – May 2021
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
Sexual Abuse Advocate
Zacharias Sexual Abuse Center
May 2020 - Dec 2023
Specialty Area
- ADD/ADHD/Disruptive Behavior Disorders
- Abuse/Neglect
- Addictions
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Bipolar Disorder
- Depression
- Dissociative Disorders
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Marriage/Relationship Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
- Performance Enhancement
- Personality Disorders
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Psychotic Disorders
- Sexual Abuse
- Spirituality
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adolescents (13-17)
- Adults
- BIPOC
- Couples
- First Responders
- Immigrants
- LGBTQ+
- Seniors
- Underserved
Language
- English
Insurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross BlueShield
- Cigna
- Sliding Scale
- UnitedHealth