Family Connections, Inc.
CELEBRATING OUR 20th YEAR SERVING IOWA FAMILIES
Proud Member of the Council Bluffs, Glenwood, and Red Oak Chambers of Commerce
ph: 712-256-4420 (Council Bluffs)
alt: 712-527-2823 (Glenwood)
Melissa Miller, MS. LMHP, LPC
In-Home Services Provider/Trainer
Education: Masters of Science in Counseling, University of Nebraska at Omaha
Licensure: Licensed Mental Health Practitioner, State of Nebraska
Licensed Professional Counselor, State of Nebraska
Experience: Over 18 years experience in the field of counseling and mental health. Experience working with Children, Adolescents, and their families or guardians on issues including but not limited to: Sexual Abuse, Physical Abuse, ODD, Conduct Disorder, Behavioral Issues, Adoption and Post Adoption Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Aggression, Anger/Impulse Control Issues, Neglect, BiPolar Disorder, ADHD, Domestic Violence, Self-Harming Behaviors, Modd Disorders, Adjustment Issues, Drug-related Issues, Special Needs.
Modalities: Play Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral, Solution Focused
Insurances Accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organizations
Linda Walker, BS, LADC
In-Home Services Provider
Education: Bachelors of Science, University of Nebraska at Omaha
Licensure: Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, State of Nebraska
Experience: Crisis Intervention, Restorative Justice/Victim Advocate, Adolescent and Adult Substance Abuse Evaluations, Group Therapy
Modalities: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Insurances Accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organizations
Tonya Mumm, BS
In-Home Services Provider
Education: Bachelors of Science in Counseling Psychology, Morningside College
Experience: Experience working with Children in crisis, teaching and encouraging appropriate use of skills, working with Children on Feelings, Emotions, Thoughts, and Struggles.
Insurances Accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organization
Jessica Graef, BA
In-Home Services Provider
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Human Services, Midland University
Experience: Over 4 years experience working with children and their families
Insurances Accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organizations
Jennifer Bendgen, BA, PSC
In-Home Services Provider (Woodbine Area)
Education: Bachelors of Arts in Human Services and Psychology, Buena Vista University
Experience: Experience working with children with behavioral disorders and their families in an in-home setting. Assisted children in learning appropriate ways to cope and manage their behaviors. Over 10 years experience as a Professional Services Coordinator for the elderly and disabled low income population.
Insurances Accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organizations
Dawn Frost, BS
In-Home Services Provider
Education: Bachelors of Science in Social Sciences, Lewis Clark State College
Experience: Over 12 years experience working with individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities on living and social skills. Provide emotional and physical support for individuals with special needs. Experience working with depression, anxiety, conflict resolution, problem solving, behavior coaching, self-esteem, independent living skills, and social skills.
Insurances Accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organizations
Kaylena Pavelka, BA
In-Home Services Provider
Education: Bachelors of Arts in Psychology, Buena Vista University
Experience: Experience with case management, discharge planning, de-escalation, depression, anxiety, borderline, traumatic informed care
Insurances Accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organizations
Jessie Kroll, BS
In-Home Services Provider (Woodbine Area)
Education: Bachelors of Science in Psychology, Grace University
Experience: Several years experience working with adults and children with intellectual disabilities and case management
Insurances Accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organizations
ph: 712-256-4420 (Council Bluffs)
alt: 712-527-2823 (Glenwood)