Family Connections, Inc.
Proud Member of the Council Bluffs, Glenwood, Red Oak, Woodbine, and Plattsmouth Chambers of Commerce
ph: 712-256-4420 (Council Bluffs)
alt: 712-527-2823 (Glenwood)
Melissa Miller, MS. LMHP, LPC
In-Home Services Provider (Council Bluffs Office)
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 (Council Bluffs Office)
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
Justin Esser, BA
In-Home Services Provider (Woodbine Office)
Education: Bachelors of Arts, Iowa State University
Experience: Experience supervising youth in day to day activities. Experience managing case files as well as teaching communication, social skills, coping techniques, and crisis intervention.
Insurances Accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organizations
Kaylena Pavelka, BA
In-Home Services Provider (Council Bluffs Office)
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 Office)
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
Nicholas Fly, BS
Therapist Intern/In-Home Services Provider (Woodbine Office)
Education: Bachelors in Criminal Justice with Minor in Public Administration, Wayne State College
Masters in Clinical Mental Health (in process), Wayne State College
Experience: Experience working with behavior disorders, autism, medication management, etc.
Insurances Accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organizations
Tera Fink, BA
In-Home Services Provider (Woodbine Office)
Education: Bachelors of Arts in Elementary Education, Buena Vista University
Experience: 10 years experience working with children in a school setting, as a family advocate, and Family Centered Services Specialist.
Insurances Accepted: All Iowa Managed Care Organizations
Michael Riddle, BS
In-Home Services Provider (Council Bluffs Office)
Education: Bachelors of Science in Psychology, Baker University
Experience: Experience teaching skills to clients to improve problem solving, identification of needs, as well as, strengths building. Facillitated education and recreational groups.
Insurances Accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organizations
Teresa Smith, MS
In-Home Services Provider (Woodbine Office)
Education: Masters of Science in School Counseling, Creighton University
Experience: Over 31 years experience working with high school age children and their families
Insurances Accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organizations
Michelle Loew, BS
In-Home Services Provider (Woodbine Office)
Education: Bachelors of Science in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Kaplan University
Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health, Grand Canyon University (in progress)
Experience: Over 6 years customer service experience and working with diffcult populations.
Insurances Accepted: All Iowa Medicaid Managed Care Organizations
ph: 712-256-4420 (Council Bluffs)
alt: 712-527-2823 (Glenwood)