Alex Penaloza, LMHC, IN | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.90

About Alex Penaloza

Focus areas

Anxiety

Mental Health Problem

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Depression

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Social Anxiety

Insomnia

Panic Attack

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused

Compassion Focused

Interpersonal

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Alex Penaloza

Alex is a board-certified and licensed therapist with a master's degree from the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and has been on a mission to help people feel better emotionally for more than ten years. He strongly believes that therapy is a fantastic way to take care of oneself, and he's here to be your guide and support through it all. Alex specializes in work with adults from many different walks of life and backgrounds and uses an eclectic variety of approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, along with aspects of Positive Psychology, Solution-Focused, and Person-Centered therapy, plus some mindfulness techniques. This blend allows him to create a plan that's just right for you and your unique needs and goals in a safe, judgment-free space where you become partners guided by trust and understanding in boosting your self-awareness, building resilience, and nurturing a positive and balanced mindset. Alex is genuinely excited to be your companion on this therapeutic journey, where you'll explore, learn, and grow together as a team!

What should a new client know about working with you?

Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available to all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by such publications as Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind and Everyday Health among others.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

After you request your appointment, you will be sent an invite link for Brightside Health. You will need to enter your insurance and payment information to confirm your appointment.During your initial consultation we will craft a treatment plan personalized to your needs, and schedule follow-up appointments as needed. You will also be able message me directly at anytime via the messaging section of your Brightside Health portal - a tool where will also track your progress, access resources, and see your treatment plan details.

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Popular visit reasons

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Pain Management Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Brightside Health

Board certifications

National Board for Certified Counselors

NPI number

1407495088

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Overall rating

4.90

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Alex Penaloza?

Generally, Alex Penaloza has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Alex Penaloza's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Alex Penaloza accepting new patients?

Alex Penaloza generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Alex Penaloza's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Alex Penaloza accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Alex Penaloza online?

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What practice does Alex Penaloza work with?

Alex Penaloza works with Brightside Health.

Which board certifications does Alex Penaloza have?

Alex Penaloza is certified by National Board for Certified Counselors.

What are common reasons for patients to see Alex Penaloza?

Alex Penaloza frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Alex Penaloza on their profile.