Medicaid Services (Behavioral Health Intervention Services (BHIS))

These services are available to a child or adult who is Iowa Medicaid eligible. A child is referred by a current provider, a social services worker, Juvenile Court officer, a parent, guardian, or foster parent for an evaluation by a Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts. An eligible adult is referred by a current provider, mental health professional, or self-referred for an evaluation by a Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts. If the evaluation finds a diagnosable mental health condition, then the Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts (LPHA) may refer the adult/child and their family for Behavioral Health Intervention Services (BHIS). Any child or adult who is Medicaid eligible and has a diagnosable mental health condition is eligible for BHI Services.

Independent of the Iowa Department of Human Services, BHI Services are designed to help a child and their family learn skills that will help alleviate the symptoms of that child's mental health condition that are presenting barriers to their level of functioning. Adult services are designed to help teach the adult client skills to enhance independent living, social, and communication skills that minimize or eliminate psychological barriers to the client's ability to effectively manage the symptoms associated with their identified mental health condition.

BHI Services are ordered by the LPHA, approved by Magellan Health Services, and provided by a Family Connections, Inc. BHI Services provider. While the LPHA evaluations are in-office, any BHI Services ordered can be provided in the client's home. Family Connections, Inc. provides an ease in transition from an evaluation to BHI Services by providing both services.

Medicaid Individual and Family Therapy

In addition to LPHA Evaluations and Behavioral Health Intervention Services (BHIS),  Family Connections, Inc. also has the capacity to accept therapy cases funded through Iowa Medicaid (title 19) for in-office therapy for children and parents or adults. These services are designed to address each client's individual therapeutic needs through individual mental health therapy. Again, any child or adult who is Medicaid eligible may be eligible for in-office mental health therapy services with one of Family Connections, Inc. Licensed Mental Health Practitioners.

Private Pay Therapy

With approval from the Executive Directors of Family Connections, Inc., clients who are not Medicaid eligible or who are without accepted private insurance may be eligible for therapy services at a predetermined rate. Please contact Brian Fuller or Trent Rice, the Executive Directors of Family Connections, Inc., for more information regarding these services.

Private Insurance

Family Connections, Inc. works with several private insurance companies to provide mental health therapy. Please contact Brian Fuller or Trent Rice, the Executive Directors of Family Connections, Inc., for more information regarding the acceptance of your insurance.

Court Ordered Consultations, Home Studies, and Visitation

Family Connections, Inc. works with the court system in custody matters, divorce issues, and Juvenile Court proceedings to provide evaluations, assessements, and home studies. In addition, to provide supervised visitation to parents when ordered by the court. Please contact Brian Fuller or Trent Rice, the Executive Directors of Family Connections, Inc., or have your attorney contact the Executive Directorsof Family Connections, Inc. for more information regarding the services we provide for court proceedings and the associated rate for such services.

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Classes/Groups

Anger Management Program

Family Connections, Inc. recognizes there are obstacles and stresses in life that can cause us to be angry.  Sometimes we find it difficult to control our anger or to find the right ways to express our anger to others.  Family Connections, Inc. is here to help.  Family Connections, Inc. Anger Management Programs offer anger management classes for youth, teens, and adults that address relevant topics such as:

How to Tame Your Dragon

We all have a "dragon" inside....some of us are just better at "taming" it than others.  Come and join a group of your peers(children and teens) to learn new ways to "tame your dragon" and how to deal with it when someone "unleashes" their "dragon" on you.  Please contact Kimberly Kolakowski at 402.740.8203 for further details on class dates, times, and availability. 

Boiling Point

Learn skills to "turn down the heat" on your anger and find new ways to cope with difficult situations.  Family Connections, Inc. Boiling Point Anger Management class for adults meets weekly for six weeks to address issues related to your anger, its triggers, and how to deal with it in your life.  Please contact Kimberly Kolakowski at 402.740.8203 for further details on class dates, times, and availability. 

Private Pay Therapy

With approval from the Director of Family Connections, Inc.-Omaha Office, clients who are not Medicaid eligible or who are without accepted private insurance may be eligible for therapy services at a predetermined rate. Please contact Kimberly Kolakowski, the Director of Family Connections, Inc.-Omaha Office, for more information regarding these services.

Private Insurance

Family Connections, Inc. works with several private insurance companies to provide mental health therapy. Please contact Kimberly Kolakowski, the Director of Family Connections, Inc.-Omaha Office, for more information regarding the acceptance of your insurance.

Court Ordered Consultations, Home Studies, and Visitation

Family Connections, Inc. works with the court system in custody matters, divorce issues, and Juvenile Court proceedings to provide evaluations, assessements, and home studies. In addition, to provide supervised visitation to parents when ordered by the court. Please contact Kimberly Kolakowski, the Director of Family Connections, Inc.-Omaha Office, or have your attorney contact the Executive Directors of Family Connections, Inc. for more information regarding the services we provide for court proceedings and the associated rate for such services.

Medicaid Individual and Family Therapy

Family Connections, Inc. also has the capacity to accept therapy cases funded through Iowa Medicaid (title 19)  and Nebraska Medicaid for in-office therapy for children and parents or adults. These services are designed to address each client's individual therapeutic needs through individual mental health therapy. Again, any child or adult who is Medicaid eligible may be eligible for in-office mental health therapy services with one of Family Connections, Inc. Licensed Mental Health Practitioners. In-Home therapy may be arranged if you qualify for in-home services as determined by Medicaid. 

Chemical Dependency Evaluations and Treatment

Family Connections, Inc. is now providing Chemical Dependency Evaluations and Treatment through our Omaha office.  With our Chemical Dependency Counselor, an adult or adolescent will be provided an assessement using the CASI, SASSI, and a complete psychosocial to determine if a Chemical Dependency issue is presented.  If treatment is ordered, Family Connections, Inc. has the ability to provide the full continuum of outpatient Chemical Dependency services including intensive outpatient group treatment, individual outpatient treatment, and family outpatient treatment. Contact the Director of Family Connections, Inc.-Omaha Office for more information or to set up an initial assessment.  Family Connections, Inc. accepts private insurance, Iowa and Nebraska Medicaid, and private pay for Chemical Dependency services. 

Building Bridges-State Approved Parent Training Class

Building Bridges is Family Connections, Inc.'s State approved parenting class.  Building Bridges offers both the Basic and Second Level Parenting Classes in a group setting.  Building Bridges aims to provide practical techniques for effectively transitioning children through parental separation by "building bridges" between the two homes.  This course fulfills the Court requirement for individuals facing divorce or custody conflict.  Pre-registration is required. 

Basic Level Parenting Education classes are held on:

                                                                             -First Monday of the month- 6:00pm-9:00pm

                                                                             -Second Wednesday of the month- 12:00pm-3:00pm

                                                                             -Second and Fourth Thursday of the month- 6:00pm-9:00pm

                                                                             -Third Tuesday of the month- 12:00pm-3:00pm

                                                                             -Fourth Saturday of the month- 9:00am-12:00pm

Second Level Parenting Education Classes are held on:

                                                                            -Last Wednesday of each month from 6pm-8pm

***All classes are held at the Family Connections, Inc.-Omaha office located at 11330 Q Street Omaha, NE 68137***

***Course dates listed are offered on a regular monthly basis, however some exceptions may apply and a minimum class size is required for class to be held.  If minimum class size is not met, you will be offered an alternative day to attend class***

To Register for Basic and/or Second Level Parenting Class:

Please click here to apply online, or call 402.740.8203 to apply by phone.  Those applying online will recieve an email confirmation of appointment. 

***Basic Level Parenting Class: $60.00 per class per participant***

***Second Level Parenting Class: $50.00 per class per participant***

(No sliding scale fees, reductions, and no waivers are offered, payment is due at the time of the class by cash, check or credit/debit card.  A certficate of completion will be given to all paid participants completing the class)

Classes/Groups

Anger Management Program

Family Connections, Inc. recognizes there are obstacles and stresses in life that can cause us to be angry.  Sometimes we find it difficult to control our anger or to find the right ways to express our anger to others.  Family Connections, Inc. is here to help.  Family Connections, Inc. Anger Management Programs offer anger management classes for youth, teens, and adults that address relevant topics such as:

How to Tame Your Dragon

We all have a "dragon" inside....some of us are just better at "taming" it than others.  Come and join a group of your peers(children and teens) to learn new ways to "tame your dragon" and how to deal with it when someone "unleashes" their "dragon" on you.  Please contact Kimberly Kolakowski at 402.740.8203 for further details on class dates, times, and availability. 

Boiling Point

Learn skills to "turn down the heat" on your anger and find new ways to cope with difficult situations.  Family Connections, Inc. Boiling Point Anger Management class for adults meets weekly for six weeks to address issues related to your anger, its triggers, and how to deal with it in your life.  Please contact Kimberly Kolakowski at 402.740.8203 for further details on class dates, times, and availability. 

Family Care Advocate Program          

Family Connections, Inc. is passionate about serving the youth and families in our community.  Family Care Advocates will provide supportive services to at-risk youth and families referred by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (NDHHS) in the Omaha/Metro area.  Family Care Advocate Services will seek to empower the youth and family to gain skills and achieve independent functioning.  These services are provided in-home by a qualified and experienced provider and may include supervised visitation, family support work, and other services that may be necessary to guide the youth and family toward achieving their goals.