Nick Chasler
Hi! I’m Nick, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania. I earned my Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Millersville University in 2023, and previously completed my Bachelor of Arts degrees in Psychology and Criminology from Penn State University in 2020. I have worked in inpatient, outpatient, correctional, and child-focused settings. Across these roles, I’ve learned how differently people can experience similar situations, and how important it is to slow down and understand someone’s story before drawing conclusions. In our work together, I integrate IFS-informed and attachment-based perspectives with ACT, CBT, and DBT. I tailor my interventions to what would be most helpful for you, individually. However, more than any specific technique, I focus on building a steady, collaborative relationship. Therapy with me is a space where you can slow down and simply breathe. You don’t need to have everything figured out before starting. We begin where you are.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
The first session is a chance for us to get to know each other and to begin understanding what’s bringing you in. You can expect a mix of conversation with some structure. I’ll ask questions about what’s been feeling difficult and your history, as well as what you hope might change. There’s no pressure to share everything at once, either! We’ll also talk about what therapy might look like moving forward and make sure it feels like a good fit. My goal in the first session is to begin building a foundation of trust. Many people feel nervous at first, which is completely normal.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
One of my greatest strengths is my curiosity and interest in truly understanding people. I tend to notice patterns of all kinds pretty easily, and I’m genuinely interested in how those patterns developed and why they persist. Insight, to me, is the first step to approaching real change. I’m consistently engaging with current research and developments in psychology, particularly in the areas of trauma and emotional processing. Recently, I’ve been especially interested in coherence therapy and the way it approaches lasting change by working directly with underlying emotional learnings. I plan to pursue formal training in this model as part of my continued professional growth. At the same time, I still remain grounded and practical in sessions. My curiosity is always in service of helping you better understand yourself. I strive to be curious in a way that is compassionate and not overly clinical.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I tend to connect well with people who are used to holding a lot on their own. You may be someone others rely on, yet privately feel overwhelmed or exhausted. On the outside, things might look okay, but the inside may feel very different. Many of the people I work with are trying to make sense of reactions that feel bigger than they “should” be, deal with anxiety or depression, handle relationship concerns, or may be neurodivergent. Some are working through the impact of trauma. Others have a sense that something isn’t working anymore, even if they can’t fully name it yet. If you’re looking for a space where you don’t have to perform or have everything figured out, we’ll likely work well together. I value curiosity and honesty. We can take the time to understand what’s not serving you anymore, and begin shifting in a different direction.
Location
VirtualMy treatment methods
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
I have 20 hours of formal training in DBT. I use DBT skills to help clients build steadiness when emotions feel overwhelming. This includes working on mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal skills. I often integrate DBT tools in a practical way, helping clients apply them to real-life situations while also exploring the deeper patterns underneath.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
With ACT, we focus on changing your relationship with difficult thoughts and feelings rather than trying to eliminate them. I help clients develop psychological flexibility and take meaningful action even when things feel hard. This approach is especially helpful for anxiety and avoidance.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT helps identify patterns between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. I use CBT to support clients in noticing unhelpful thinking habits and experimenting with new responses.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
I have experience exploring the different “parts” of a client with them with curiosity rather than judgment. Many of the behaviors or reactions that feel confusing developed as protective strategies. I help clients slow down and build a compassionate relationship with these parts, so they feel less reactive.
Attachment-based
Attachment-focused therapy looks at how early relational experiences shape the way we connect with ourselves and others. I help clients notice patterns that show up in relationships like distancing or people-pleasing. Through a consistent and respectful therapeutic relationship, we work toward building a stronger sense of security and self-trust.