Rated 4.7 stars out of 5, 27 ratings

Krista McDonald

PMHNP, 18 years of experience

Warm
Solution oriented
Direct
Virtual
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About me

I am a dual board-certified nurse practitioner in family medicine and psychiatry/mental health and have been practicing since 2007. I have experience treating patients ages 12 and up. I graduated from University of Tampa with a master’s degree in nursing, University of Akron with a post-master’s certificate in family practice, and Ohio University with a post-master’s certificate in psychiatric mental health. My current focus/specialty is general psychiatry for pediatrics and adults. Prior to being a nurse practitioner, I worked for 25 years as an LPN/RN with part of that time working as a medic in the United States Air Force. I believe in looking at the whole patient (physical, mental, and emotional health), not just the symptoms they present with. I ensure that the patient is comfortable with and understands their treatment plan. I provide medication management as well as psychotherapy. If you need a certain day or time and don't see availability, you can find my phone number on my website listed below.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

During your first session, we will briefly get to know one another. Then, we will go through intake forms and find out what your goals are, and how I can help you.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I like to take account the whole person. That includes medical issues as well as psychological. I make sure patients understand and are in agreement with their treatment plan.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I serve patients ages 12 and up. My clients are motivated to get better with help. I enjoy seeing patients in all stages of their life.

I identify as

Serves ages

Teenagers (13 to 17)

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I use CBT for a variety of issues including but not limited to anxiety, depression, OCD, and chronic pain

Motivational Interviewing

Motivational interviewing is used for patients with any substance use issues: nicotine, alcohol, etc.

Psychoeducation

I use this with all of my patients to ensure they understand their diagnosis and treatment plans.

Location

Offers in-person in 7055 Engle Rd, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130, Bldg 6-601Virtual
Rated 4.7 stars out of 5, 27 ratings

7 ratings with written reviews

August 17, 2025

She is warm, authentic and can tell she genuinely cares to make sure her patients are on the right path to feeling there best.

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 2 with Krista

July 25, 2025

She seems very caring, concerned, and determined to dig into my problems and where they started. Calm and gentle if that makes sense.

Verified client, age 45-54

Review shared after session 1 with Krista

July 14, 2025

She's amazing!! :)

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 5 with Krista