Ms. Krista Massman joined the Helias Catholic staff as a school counselor in 2023. She has a master’s degree in counseling and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Missouri State University, and she is trained in QPR Emergency Mental Health Training and is Psychological First Aid & Youth Mental First Aid Certified.

Ms. Massman serves as the school counselor for students with last names beginning with A-Hi. She is a faculty advisor for Life Runners.

In addition to her work with students, Krista has been working with Hattie, Helias' therapy dog in training, to prepare her to support the Helias community. Together, Krista and Hattie have completed Mid-Mo Dog Training Levels 1, 2, and 3, and Hattie has earned both the AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy certificate and the Canine Good Citizen title through the American Kennel Club. When Hattie turns one, they will take the AKC Therapy Dog Test. Their shared goal is for Hattie to work alongside Krista at Helias and also volunteer at local hospitals and nursing homes, bringing comfort and encouragement to others.

Favorite Bible Verse:  “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” – Psalm 23:4