Hi, I’m Nikole Klatka, LPC, but people call me Nikki.
I am experienced in counseling people for many mental health conditions, including my specialties of anxiety, relationship issues, grief and loss, stress, life adjustments, adapting to college, or just finding your way in life as a young adult regardless of your career plans.
In May 2022, I received my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lock Haven University. That same year I became a National Certified Counselor (NCC), a rigorous, examination-based professional certification showing that I’ve demonstrated an ongoing commitment to the field of counseling.
I am experienced in working with children and teens, college students, and young adults who experience anxiety, depression, ADHD, and autism symptoms.
I have lived with my own anxiety symptoms for as long as I can remember. Shaking hands, sweaty palms, gasping for air, and racing thoughts became part of my typical daily life. As I grew older, I became increasingly frustrated with how my anxiety was starting to take over.
After numerous trials with researching and trying out different coping mechanisms on my own, I partnered with mental health therapists. I discovered the key to improving my mental health was to improve all other aspects of my well-being. Knowing I wasn’t alone in my experiences proved to be valuable in my journey to managing a better life and my symptoms of anxiety.
This early life experience enabled me to empathize with people living with anxiety and empowered me to begin teaching others what I had learned. I hope you can learn to manage your own mental health symptoms, too. I aim to use my training, education, and early life experiences to help you become your best self. I hope you take a chance on therapy, too.
My formal training includes the cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approach, but I also incorporate Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and Mindfulness-based modalities to help my clients reach their goals. I may also include my Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) training during therapy.
Alongside my formal training, I will tailor my therapy approach based on your needs to meet your unique needs. Ultimately, what you can expect from me is authenticity and a comforting space where you can express your innermost thoughts and emotions and be your true self. I am here to walk alongside you on this journey.
When I’m not providing therapy, I spend my time reading, doing yoga, playing with my pup, exploring new places, bingeing Netflix and Hulu shows, and buying more plants (you can never have enough!).
License Number: PC017613
Nikole Klatka offers online therapy to anyone in Pennsylvania and in-person at our Hershey therapy office.
Whether you are suffering from panic attacks, obsessive – compulsive disorder, or generalized anxiety we have therapists who use evidenced-based treatments, such as cognitive-bahavioral therapy, to help you.
Many individuals feel like they are at war with their bodies. Whether it’s feeling shame, guilt, or giving ourselves critical comments about our bodies, we can be our own worst enemy. Our therapists can help you feel at peace with your body and learn to be kind to yourself.
Depression, one of the most common mental health disorders, is very treatable. Our therapists are specially trained to help individuals with depression get back to feeling like themselves again.
Move Forward Counseling is an inclusive practice where we want the LGBTQIA+ community to feel welcome and supported. Whether you are unsure how to embrace your identity, are having relationship issues, or need extra support from a non-judgmental person, we have therapists who can help.
Life transitions encompass many things, including starting or ending a romantic relationship, changes with work or school or making any big life change, such as a move. Often we underestimate how these changes will affect us emotionally until we find ourselves struggling with the ups and downs of the life transition.
While we don’t provide couples counseling at Move Forward, many individuals seek counseling to discuss how they can have healthier relationships. Our therapists can help you learn new ways of communicating, setting boundaries, and other ways to have more positive relationships with others.
Trauma symptoms and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can be debilitating for many who experience it. Recovery from trauma is possible and we have therapists who can help.
Moving into adulthood brings its own set of challenges. You may feel pressure to have a “career” or find your life partner. You may be unsure of making these big life decisions and may feel lost because you no longer have school or other adults in your life telling you what you should choose.
The period of adolescence can be exciting, but also challenging for many teens. Difficulties with friends, school, anxiety, depression, cutting, and substance abuse are all common issues for this group. Due to a lack of life experience, teens may not know how to manage these problems which is why therapy can be especially helpful.
Reach out today to get started. Our supportive staff will help guide you through the scheduling process, discuss special requests and consult your insurance needs.
Therapy is available online across Pennsylvania, with in-person therapy options at the Lancaster, Lancaster Downtown, Lebanon, Pittsburgh, Hershey, Lehigh Valley and York locations.
825 Eden Road, Lancaster, PA 17601
226 N Arch Street 2nd Floor, Lancaster, PA 17603
445 Mountville Drive, Lebanon, PA 17046
100 Keystone Ave, Suite 1, Emmaus, PA 18049
935 E. Chocolate Ave., Hershey, PA 17033
201 S. Craig St, Suite 1M, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
1410 E Market Street, York, PA 17403
Across Pennsylvania
Monday 7:30 a.m. till 5:30 p.m.
Tues-Friday 8 a.m. till 5:30 p.m.