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
  • Attachment Disorders
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Mood Disorders
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adults
  • Veterans/Military

Language

  • English

Insurance

  • Aetna