Krystal McDonald,
LPCC
Trauma Specialist
“Helping you heal what talk therapy couldn’t reach.”
Many of my clients have already spent years in therapy, developed insight, and understand why they feel the way they do — yet still feel stuck in the same emotional patterns, anxiety cycles, relationship dynamics, or nervous system overwhelm. My work is designed for people who are ready to heal the wounds that insight alone hasn't resolved.
I specialize in trauma therapy and complex trauma treatment, helping clients move beyond survival mode and create lasting internal change. Rather than stopping at coping skills or symptom management, my approach focuses on helping things shift in a more integrated and lasting way.
I began my career at the Cleveland Rape Crisis Center working with survivors of sexual abuse, childhood trauma, and trafficking. Now in private practice, I work extensively with adults navigating complex trauma, chronic anxiety, perfectionism, self-worth wounds, emotional burnout, and relationship struggles.
I am an EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist with advanced training in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and parts work.
With more than a decade of experience in the trauma field, I integrate EMDR, parts work/IFS-informed therapy, attachment-focused work, and nervous system-based approaches to help clients process trauma at the root — not just intellectually understand it.
Clients often describe my style as warm, grounded, and deeply attuned while also bringing clarity, direction, and depth to the therapy process. I believe therapy should do more than help you understand your patterns — it should help you finally change them.
Education & Training
EMDRIA Certified EMDR Therapist
Advanced Training in Internal Family Systems (IFS) & Parts Work
Advanced Training in EMDR for disordered eating, addiction, complex trauma, PTSD, grief and attachment trauma
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling — Ashland Theological Seminary
B.A. — The Ohio State University
Ohio License: LPCC (E.1901526)
My office
670 Meridian Way
Suite 102
Westerville, OH 43082
step one
Brief inquiry
Complete a brief inquiry form so I can understand what support you need.
step two
Brief consultation
We’ll schedule a brief 10-15 minute phone conversation to explore fit and next steps.
step three
Begin therapy
If it feels aligned, we’ll schedule your first session and begin at a steady, supported pace.