Alex Penrod, MS, LPC, LCDC
(he/him)
About Me
Neuro Nuance Therapy and EMDR, PLLC is an EMDR-primary psychotherapy practice in Austin, TX, founded by Alex Penrod, MS, LPC, LCDC. We provide EMDR therapy for adults experiencing a wide range of trauma-related concerns, including PTSD, distress following painful or overwhelming experiences, traumatic grief, complex trauma (C-PTSD), dissociation, and trauma-related substance use patterns.
EMDR is the primary treatment approach at Neuro Nuance. Care is individualized and may incorporate ego state therapy, Internal Family Systems-informed interventions, attachment-focused work, and dissociation-informed preparation when clinically appropriate. These approaches support readiness, stability, and effective trauma processing rather than replacing EMDR as the central modality.
Alex has more than a decade of experience in behavioral health, including outpatient and residential trauma and addiction treatment. He works with adults beginning EMDR for the first time as well as those seeking a more carefully adapted approach after previous therapy.
In-person appointments are available in Austin, with telehealth offered throughout Texas. Free 15-minute consultations are available to discuss your needs and whether EMDR therapy may be a good fit.
Education & Experience
Education:
- Master of Science in Addiction Counseling
(Texas Tech University Health Science Center)
Experience:
- In private practice since November 2022
- Executive Director of Mental Health Residential
Program (2023 - 2024)
- Executive Director of Multi-Disciplinary
Assessment Program (2021 - 2023)
- Primary Counselor in Residential Substance Use
Disorder Program (2016 - 2021)
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
Board Member for Veterans Health and Wellness Foundation
Specialty Area
- Abuse/Neglect
- Addictions
- Alcohol/Substance Abuse
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Dissociative Disorders
- Mood Disorders
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Sexual Abuse
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adults
- Veterans/Military
Language
- English
Insurance
- Aetna