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Alexander Penney

Therapist(They/Them)
4 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Identity issues
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

Struggling with a major life event? Beginning your journey exploring your identity? My role in our therapeutic partnership is to help you to realize and amplify the strengths you already possess, provide coping skills when times are tough, and take a closer look at the factors getting in the way of the life you want to lead. As an individual who identifies as nonbinary and queer, I am also here to relate with and support clients who are exploring, re-examining, or reaffirming their experiences with gender identity and sexual orientation. Not currently accepting couples.

My approach to therapy

I utilize a mixture of Cognitive Based Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Mindfulness—based practices and psychodynamics all through an intersectional and gender-affirming lens to assist each individual on their unique journey.

What you can expect from me

If you are looking for someone within community who has insight on the queer experience, I am happy to see if we are the right fit for each other.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Non-binary
  • My style is
    Participatory, Creative, Affirming

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    4 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Stony Brook University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Identity issues
  • More specialties
    Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Stress management, Panic disorders, Grief or loss, Transgender issues
  • Therapy methods
    Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Strength-Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English