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Behavioral Health Outpatient

Compassionate mental health care that fits into your child’s everyday life.

About Us

Behavioral health outpatient care offers mental health treatments that are provided without an overnight hospital stay. Patients receive care during scheduled appointments and return home the same day.

Contact Us

Fax:

402.955.3920

Additional Information:

If your child 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 our Behavioral Health Urgent Care clinics.

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.

Michael J. Coutts

Michael J. Coutts, PhD

Language: English

Specialty: Pediatric Behavioral Health

Jennifer McWilliams

Jennifer McWilliams, MD

Language: English

Specialty: Pediatric Behavioral Health

Cassie A. Reeve

Cassie A. Reeve, PhD

Language: English

Specialty: Pediatric Behavioral Health

Genevieve A. Maliszewski

Genevieve A. Maliszewski, PHD

Languages: Spanish, 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

Related Specialties

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Behavioral Health

Children's Behavioral Health provides a complete continuum of care, ensuring children and families can access support regardless of the level of crisis they are experiencing.
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Behavioral Health Crisis Assessment

Walk-in behavioral health services and treatment. Connect immediately with professionals who specialize in helping kids through mental health crises with compassion and care.
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Behavioral Health Inpatient

A behavioral health hospital for patients that need inpatient care. A safe space for children and teens in their most valuable moments.
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Behavioral Health Partial Hospitalization

Behavioral Health Partial Hospitalization bridges the gap between inpatient and outpatient care, providing structured therapeutic support during the day so patients can return home each evening with their families.
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Behavioral Health Urgent Care

When you’re concerned about your child’s mental health, you want immediate, expert care. Children's Nebraska Behavioral Health Urgent Care provides walk-in treatments for children facing a behavioral health crisis, offering prompt care without an emergency room visit.
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Eating Disorders Partial Hospitalization

At Children’s Nebraska, our Eating Disorders Partial Hospitalization program provides comprehensive, compassionate care for children and adolescents struggling with eating disorders. Our multispecialty team offers personalized treatment to support recovery and promote long-term health and wellbeing.

Clinics and Programs

Next Steps

Step 1: Contact Us

Call 402.955.3900 – it’s the easiest way to reach us to make your appointment.

Step 2: Schedule a Consultation

During the consultation, we’ll assess your child’s condition and work with you and your child to determine what should happen next.

Prepare for Your Visit

Preparing for your child’s appointment might seem overwhelming, but following these steps can ensure a smooth and stress-free visit.

What Sets Us Apart

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Proven Expertise

All of our psychiatrists are board-certified, which means they meet higher medical education and licensing standards – ensuring the most advanced care.

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Comprehensive Care

Along with treating specific mental health issues, we also treat patients with associated conditions – such as depression linked to diabetes or anxiety linked to asthma.

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Innovative Therapies

We go beyond standard approaches to offer treatments like Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), which can help promote healthy parent-child relationships.