Miss Leslie Casler, LCSW
(She/Her)
About Me
I am a certified EMDR therapist with advanced training in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Parts Work, Somatic Experiencing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills. My approach integrates EMDR with somatic and parts-based therapies to support deep healing and nervous system regulation. In my work, I draw on EMDR to reprocess traumatic experiences, IFS to bring compassion and clarity to internal parts of the self, and Somatic Experiencing and Polyvagal Theory to help clients safely reconnect with their bodies. This integrated approach allows trauma to be healed not only on a cognitive level but through the body and nervous system as well. My goal is to create a grounded, attuned, and compassionate space where clients can process trauma, release old survival patterns, and move toward greater emotional freedom and connection.
Education & Experience
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over a decade of experience in the fields of mental health and substance use treatment. Over the years, I have worked with individuals facing nearly every mental health diagnosis, and my clinical specialty centers on complex trauma and co-occurring conditions. I specialize in treating complex PTSD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, OCD, ADHD, suicidality, impulsivity, and other trauma-related disorders. Before transitioning into private practice, I served as the Clinical Director of one of the only DBT treatment facilities in the country operating to full fidelity. This experience allowed me to lead multidisciplinary teams, provide clinical supervision, and ensure that treatment met the highest evidence-based standards. As someone who deeply understands the process of healing, I have dedicated and will continue to dedicate my life to supporting others in their recovery. I remain committed to staying informed on the latest trauma research and evidence-based modalities to provide integrative, compassionate, and effective care to every individual I work with.
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
I am an active member of the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA), the Internal Family Systems (IFS) Institute, the Somatic Experiencing Institute, and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). These memberships reflect my ongoing commitment to professional development, collaboration, and staying at the forefront of trauma-informed, evidence-based care. In addition to my professional affiliations, I am a staunch advocate for women’s rights and empowerment. My advocacy is rooted in a belief that healing and liberation both personal and collective are possible when we create spaces that honor safety, dignity, and the inherent worth of every individual.
Specialty Area
- ADD/ADHD/Disruptive Behavior Disorders
- Abuse/Neglect
- Anger Management
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Bipolar Disorder
- Birth Trauma/Pregnancy Loss
- Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
- Chronic Pain
- Dissociative Disorders
- Domestic Violence
- Grief/Loss/Mourning
- Marriage/Relationship Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Phobias
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Self-Harm
- Sexual Abuse
- Somatic Issues
- Stress Management
- Suicide Risk
- Survivor's Guilt
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adults
- First Responders
- Veterans/Military
Language
- English
Insurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross BlueShield
- Cigna
- UnitedHealth
