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Behavioral Health Outpatient

Coping with mental health challenges can be particularly difficult for children and adolescents. If your patient is experiencing thoughts or behaviors that are interfering with their daily life, we are here to help.

About Us

Our expert team at Children’s Nebraska provides behavioral health treatment for children of all ages. We work closely with you, your patient's family and school to tailor care and improve their quality of life.

If you are unsure of the level of care required, please call the Crisis Assessment Center at 402.955.4710. Our knowledgeable team will consult and provide referral information to inform decision-making.

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Referrals can be sent through our online portal, EpicCare Link. First-time users must click "Request New Account" to enroll.

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Behavioral Health Outpatient

Fax:

402.955.3920

Additional Information:

If your patient is in need of immediate treatment for mental health conditions that are critical but don’t require an emergency room visit, we offer walk-in services at the Crisis Assessment Center in Omaha, Nebraska and Behavioral Health Urgent Care clinic in Kearney, Nebraska.

Conditions We Treat

Childhood and teenage mental health issues can vary widely. Some of the most common conditions we treat include:

  • Anxiety

  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

  • Chronic/Acute Disease Adjustment

  • Depression

  • Eating Disorders

  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder/Trauma

  • Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors

Meet Our Providers

Get to know our highly experienced doctors, counselors and specialists. They understand the unique challenges children face and offer the latest advances in care.

Jennifer McWilliams

Jennifer McWilliams, MD

Language: English

Specialty: Pediatric Behavioral Health

Michael J. Coutts

Michael J. Coutts, PhD

Language: English

Specialty: Pediatric Behavioral Health

Genevieve A. Maliszewski

Genevieve A. Maliszewski, PHD

Languages: Spanish, English

Specialty: Pediatric Behavioral Health

Cassie A. Reeve

Cassie A. Reeve, PhD

Language: English

Specialty: Pediatric Behavioral Health

Lynne F. Clure

Lynne F. Clure, PhD

Language: English

Specialty: Cochlear Implant

Elisabeth J. Kane

Elisabeth J. Kane, PHD

Language: English

Specialty: Chronic Pain Managment

Treatments and Services

Treatment depends on the specific needs of a child and may include:

Locations

Behavioral Health Urgent Care – Kearney

211 West 33rd Street Suite D, Kearney, NE 68845

Children’s Nebraska – West Omaha

20502 Roosevelt Street, Elkhorn, NE 68022

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