Kasey Nichols, MEd, LCPC, NCC

Kasey Nichols, MEd, LCPC, NCC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - Therapist for Teen and Young Adult Concerns
Kasey is passionate about empowering teens and adults with the skills, resilience, and confidence to thrive. She supports individuals experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma- and stressor-related disorders by blending a person-centered, culturally responsive approach with evidence-based practices. She is also equipped to address barriers to academic persistence, including test anxiety, executive functioning challenges, relationship stress, poor communication skills, and low self-esteem.
Previously, she served as a middle and high school counselor for the Howard County Public School System. Prior to pursuing counseling, she worked in student affairs at Goucher College and Loyola University Maryland. She utilizes this firsthand knowledge to ensure treatment goals are relevant to clients’ lived experiences. Kasey specializes in preparing individuals for transitions to college and career with personalized post-secondary planning, interview practice, financial literacy education, and strategies to strengthen parental support.
Recognizing that every person possesses unique strengths and different needs, she individualizes her therapeutic approach accordingly. Kasey integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to promote personal growth and holistic wellness. Kasey strives to create a comfortable therapeutic space for clients, bringing empathy and a warm sense of humor to her practice.












