Neuro Nuance Therapy and EMDR, PLLC

Neuro Nuance Therapy and EMDR, PLLC Neuro Nuance Therapy and EMDR, PLLC specializes in EMDR therapy in Austin, TX. Schedule a free consultation at www.neuronuancetherapyandemdr.com.

Serving Austin in person and all of Texas online. Founded by Alex Penrod, MS, LPC, LCDC.

EMDR therapy is a leading treatment for PTSD recommended by expert organizations such as the Department of Veterans Affa...
01/12/2026

EMDR therapy is a leading treatment for PTSD recommended by expert organizations such as the Department of Veterans Affairs.

As an EMDR-focused psychotherapy practice, Neuro Nuance Therapy and EMDR provides PTSD treatment in Austin, TX based on the guidelines for treating those looking to heal from trauma.

For more information, visit our PTSD treatment service page below 👇

https://www.neuronuancetherapyandemdr.com/ptsd-treatment-in-austin-tx

We offer convenient in-person and online options. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to explore if EMDR therapy may be a fit for your needs.

EMDR therapy is a structured trauma-focused psychotherapy, and part of that structure is intentional preparation. When t...
01/09/2026

EMDR therapy is a structured trauma-focused psychotherapy, and part of that structure is intentional preparation. When the nervous system is less reactive and more regulated, people tend to stay present in the work, tolerate sessions well, and have an improved response.

At Neuro Nuance Therapy and EMDR, PLLC, preparation is emphasized as more than just coping skills, it’s the foundation from which EMDR can help process and integrate memories effectively. Thoughtful preparation helps ensure that the nervous system has more capacity to do the work when unresolved material comes up.

To support this foundation, we created a structured EMDR preparation guide that outlines what’s helpful to assess and attend to before beginning trauma-focused work.

Download the EMDR preparation guide here:

https://www.neuronuancetherapyandemdr.com/free-emdr-preparation-guide-pdf

EMDR therapy is often associated with PTSD, but its clinical relevance extends to other patterns that are shaped by unre...
01/07/2026

EMDR therapy is often associated with PTSD, but its clinical relevance extends to other patterns that are shaped by unresolved trauma. Depression and anxiety are two of the most common ways those patterns show up over time.

At Neuro Nuance Therapy and EMDR, PLLC, EMDR is used as a trauma-focused psychotherapy when symptoms like depression and anxiety are maintained by past experiences the nervous system still treats as active. In those cases, symptom management alone rarely resolves the underlying issue.

When depression and anxiety are trauma-driven, they tend to overlap, fluctuate, and resist purely cognitive or behavioral approaches. EMDR is applied here to address the unresolved material shaping those reactions, rather than treating mood and anxiety as isolated problems.

This EMDR-centered approach to trauma-driven depression and anxiety is part of our trauma therapy services offered in Austin, with telehealth available across Texas.

Learn more about EMDR and trauma-driven depression and anxiety here:

https://www.neuronuancetherapyandemdr.com/trauma-driven-depression-and-anxiety

When people look for trauma therapy, they’re often looking for something more specific than they realize. Not just suppo...
01/05/2026

When people look for trauma therapy, they’re often looking for something more specific than they realize. Not just support, but a way for experiences that still feel active to actually settle.

At Neuro Nuance Therapy and EMDR, PLLC, trauma therapy is centered around EMDR as the primary psychotherapy approach. EMDR is used to help unresolved experiences stop showing up as present-day reactions, so people don’t have to manage symptoms indefinitely.

The term “trauma therapy” can mean many things. Here, it refers to structured, paced work that focuses on processing trauma at the level where it’s still being held, so it can finally move and be released.

Trauma-focused care is offered in person in Austin, with telehealth options available across Texas.

Learn more about EMDR and trauma therapy in Austin, TX here:

https://www.neuronuancetherapyandemdr.com/trauma-therapy-in-austin-tx

Sometimes the way to achieve a new level of growth doesn’t involve pushing harder or raising the bar.Sometimes it’s abou...
01/01/2026

Sometimes the way to achieve a new level of growth doesn’t involve pushing harder or raising the bar.

Sometimes it’s about healing the past so avoiding it or coping with it doesn’t drain so much of your energy anymore.

That’s why EMDR therapy is at the center of the work at Neuro Nuance Therapy and EMDR, PLLC. EMDR is a structured, trauma-focused psychotherapy designed to help memories stop showing up as if they’re still happening now, so you don’t have to keep managing reactions that no longer fit your present life.

With in-person therapy in Austin and online throughout Texas, our goal is make therapy more convenient and less complicated.

If you’re interested in healing your past as part of your goals for your future this year, visit our website for more information and schedule a free 15-minute consultation.

EMDR therapy is often described as a technique, but it’s more accurate to understand it as a structured trauma-focused p...
12/31/2025

EMDR therapy is often described as a technique, but it’s more accurate to understand it as a structured trauma-focused psychotherapy with clear principles and clinical guidelines.

At Neuro Nuance Therapy and EMDR, PLLC, EMDR education is emphasized so clients have a clear understanding of preparation, pacing, and integration as part of the therapeutic process.

A full explanation of EMDR is available on our site.

To learn more read our full education page below 👇

https://www.neuronuancetherapyandemdr.com/what-is-emdr-therapy

EMDR therapy is the primary focus of our practice, and it’s approached with care, structure, and intention.At Neuro Nuan...
12/29/2025

EMDR therapy is the primary focus of our practice, and it’s approached with care, structure, and intention.

At Neuro Nuance Therapy and EMDR, PLLC, EMDR is used to help people heal from PTSD, complex trauma, dissociation, attachment trauma, and traumatic grief, with attention to pacing and individual readiness.

Sessions are available in person in Austin, as well as through secure telehealth for clients across Texas.

The goal is not to rush the process, but to provide trauma-focused care that’s grounded, thoughtful, and responsive to each person’s needs.

For those considering EMDR therapy, a free 15-minute consultation is available to talk through questions and determine whether this approach feels like a good fit.

For more information visit our EMDR service page below 👇

https://www.neuronuancetherapyandemdr.com/

Substance use is often framed as a motivation problem.In PTSD, it more often functions as short-term nervous system regu...
12/26/2025

Substance use is often framed as a motivation problem.

In PTSD, it more often functions as short-term nervous system regulation and memory avoidance.

When alcohol or drugs are removed without anything replacing that function, people are left exposed to the very states those substances were buffering.

Awareness alone rarely changes that dynamic.

Work with trauma frequently involves addressing substance use patterns without judgment, not as a moral issue but as part of readiness and stabilization.

This is often necessary before deeper trauma processing can be effective.

At Neuro Nuance Therapy and EMDR, PLLC, EMDR therapy is used alongside broader recovery support when PTSD and self-medication are intertwined.

To learn more about the crucial topic of self-medication and PTSD in the context of trauma recovery, find the full article below 👇

https://www.neuronuancetherapyandemdr.com/self-medication-and-ptsd

Merry Christmas from Neuro Nuance Therapy and EMDR! 🎄🎁The holidays can be a time of joy and celebration and also a remin...
12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from Neuro Nuance Therapy and EMDR! 🎄🎁

The holidays can be a time of joy and celebration and also a reminder of the past and difficulties.

If you’re struggling, my wish for you is that you’re able to make contact with at least one person who makes the world a better place for you this year. That’s what truly matters in my opinion.

Dogs, cats, and even reptiles can be a sufficient fallback I suppose.

We won’t make this too complicated.

🎄

EMDR therapy can be an effective way to address PTSD for people in Austin, including those who are also in recovery from...
12/23/2025

EMDR therapy can be an effective way to address PTSD for people in Austin, including those who are also in recovery from substance use disorders.

When trauma and addiction have been intertwined, EMDR isn’t approached casually or in isolation. It’s used thoughtfully, with attention to stability, timing, and often coordination with other supports so trauma processing strengthens recovery rather than undermining it.

That’s where focused work around PTSD and addiction supports EMDR therapy. Understanding how trauma symptoms contributed to substance use helps guide pacing, preparation, and target selection so EMDR can do what it’s meant to do — resolve traumatic memory networks, not overwhelm the system.

At Neuro Nuance Therapy and EMDR, PLLC, we specialize in EMDR therapy and integrate addiction-informed planning when treating PTSD, prioritizing safety, readiness, and long-term stability.

If you’re considering EMDR therapy in Austin and are also navigating recovery, this page explains how trauma-focused treatment and substance use recovery can be approached together in a coordinated way.

👉 https://www.neuronuancetherapyandemdr.com/ptsd-and-addiction

EMDR therapy often brings up more than memories, especially for clients in Austin who come into therapy carrying long-st...
12/22/2025

EMDR therapy often brings up more than memories, especially for clients in Austin who come into therapy carrying long-standing beliefs about themselves.

In EMDR work, shame doesn’t usually show up as a single feeling. It shows up as internalized messages like “something is wrong with me” or “I don’t deserve relief.” These beliefs are often protective, when childhood looked like staying small for survival and being too confident was an invitation to be knocked down.

But when these beliefs stay unaddressed, they can quietly interfere with reprocessing by increasing self-criticism, avoidance, or emotional shutdown.

That’s why work around shame and self-esteem is used in support of EMDR therapy, to help make healing feel safe. Addressing these identity-level blocks helps EMDR access the memory networks that actually need to be processed.

At Neuro Nuance Therapy and EMDR, PLLC, we specialize in EMDR therapy, and integrate targeted work with shame and self-concept when it strengthens safety, readiness, and integration.

If you’re considering EMDR therapy in Austin or notice persistent self-blame or harsh inner criticism during trauma work, this page offers more context on how these patterns develop and are addressed.

👉 https://www.neuronuancetherapyandemdr.com/shame-and-self-esteem-therapy-in-austin-texas




Social support shouldn’t be a “nice to have” factor in PTSD recovery, it’s a core mechanism of healing.For individuals w...
12/19/2025

Social support shouldn’t be a “nice to have” factor in PTSD recovery, it’s a core mechanism of healing.

For individuals with trauma histories, difficulty trusting others, withdrawing from relationships, or feeling unsafe in connection often reflects attachment-based survival adaptations, not personal failure. Trauma reshapes how the nervous system experiences closeness and often leads to isolation.

In EMDR therapy, especially when informed by attachment theory, healing isn’t limited to reprocessing past memories, it also includes restoring the capacity for safe relational connection. Strong social support before, during, and after therapy helps regulate the nervous system, reinforce adaptive beliefs, and stabilize long-term recovery.

At Neuro Nuance Therapy and EMDR in Austin, Texas, enhancing social support is treated as essential to trauma-informed care, and it’s pillar five in the Six Pillars of Holistic Trauma Recovery.

For those navigating PTSD, complex trauma, or attachment wounds, understanding how to build and repair supportive relationships can be a powerful step forward. Learn more in the full article below 👇

👉 How social support impacts PTSD recovery:
https://www.neuronuancetherapyandemdr.com/how-to-build-social-support-for-ptsd-recovery

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5900 Balcones Drive, STE 4000
Austin, TX
78731

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Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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+15122531720

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