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