Last edited 12/05/2025

Headshot of Dr. Krysta Halas Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

Dr. Krysta Halas

Accepting New Clients
Online in Illinois
Headshot of Dr. Krysta Halas Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
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Get To Know Me
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Specialties
Specializes in
DepressionAnxietyADHDEating disordersTrauma
General Expertise
Work StressRelationship IssuesLoss/GriefSelf-EsteemAnger managementBipolar disorderBody image issuesCodependencyCommunication issuesLife transitionsMood disordersObsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)Panic attacks & panic disorderPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Self HarmStressSuicidal ideationBehavioral IssuesCoping SkillsBurnout
Treatment Approaches
Strength Based TherapyMindfulness PracticesEclectic TherapyCognitive Processing TherapyPerson-Centered TherapyPsychoanalytic TherapyReality TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingEmotionally Focused TherapyAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Solution-Focused Brief TherapyExposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Family TherapyIndividual TherapyChild Counseling
Serves Ages
Young Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)Children (5-12)Adolescents (13-17)
Languages
English
Insurance & Fees
Insurances Accepted
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldUnitedHealthCare (UHC)Optum
Cash Pay Rates/Out-of-Pocket
First Session:$175
Family Therapy:$150
Individual Therapy:$150
Child Counseling:$150
Professional Background
LicensureIllinois, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, 180.014984
Education
National Louis University, Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, 2019
Work HistoryI am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from National Louis University and the owner of Peace in Counseling, PLLC. I’ve worked in diverse settings, including private practice, Northern Illinois Academy, Linden Oaks Hospital, and the Eating Recovery Center, supporting clients in partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs. I provide individual and family therapy for children (8+), teens, adults, and families, helping people navigate anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, eating disorders, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, stress, and life transitions.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy. Dr. Krysta Halas, LCPC, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.