Dr. Williams received his Ph.D. in Developmental and Child Psychology from
the University of Kansas in 1988 and completed a postdoctoral fellowship in
Behavioral Pediatrics through the Department of Psychology and Pediatrics at
the University of Nebraska Medical Center and Meyer Children's
Rehabilitation Institute in 1989. He is an Adjunct Assistant Professor
with the Department of Pediatrics at UNMC. Dr. Williams'
clinical practice emphasizes a developmental psychophysiological approach to
the assessment and treatment of a variety of early childhood and adolescent
problems and disorders.
Focus of Practice:
- Behavioral Pediatrics
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Biofeedback and Neurofeedback Training
- Mindfulness Training
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Areas of Interest:
- Parent Training
- Early Childhood Eating and Sleeping Disorders
- Toilet Training, Enuresis and Encopresis
- Sibling Rivalry
- Learning and Behavioral Disorders
- Adjustment Disorders
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
- Excessive Fears, Anxiety, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
- Depression
- Recovery from Individual and Family Trauma
BRYAN G. MILLER, PH.D., LIMHP
Dr. Miller holds a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Iowa
State University in Ames, Iowa. He is a former Associate Professor of
Family Therapy at Amridge University in Montgomery, Alabama and has
served as adjunct faculty at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Dr. Miller
has specialist training in "Human Systems Consulting" (Business
Consultation, Family-Based Business, and Executive Coaching) and
his work history has included both leadership positions in
organizations (up to and including Executive Director), as well as
establishing and running his own company, Human Systems
Consulting, since 1998. Dr. Miller is the author of Beyond the Couch: Turning Your Behavioral Health Degree Into Cash Without
Losing Your Soul. He has been married since 1981. He and his wife, Amy,
are the parents of six children.
Focus of Practice:
- Marriage and Family Issues
- Human Systems Consulting (Business Consultation, Family-Based Business, Executive Coaching)
Areas of Interest:
- Marriage and Couples Counseling
- Parent Training
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Adult Work/Life Issues
PAULETTE T. CARY, PH.D.
Dr. Cary is a licensed psychologist specializing in behavioral pediatrics. She attended Creighton University majoring in psychology prior to attending the University of Nebraska-Lincoln where she completed both her Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology and her Doctoral Degree in School Psychology. Dr. Cary completed her year of internship training at the Boys Town Center for Behavioral Health. Her clinical approach is empathetic and supportive, creating a safe environment for her clients and their caregivers. Dr. Cary implements evidence-based interventions tailored to the specific needs of her clients and collaborates with other healthcare professionals, educators, and caregivers to ensure comprehensive care and support across settings.
Focus of Practice:
- Behavioral Parent Training for Elementary and Middle School-Aged Children
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults
Areas of Interest:
- Excessive Fears/Anxiety Disorders (including School Avoidance, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Separation Anxiety, Phobias, and Social Anxiety)
- Depression and Mood Disorders
- Body Image Concerns and Eating Disorders
- Child and Adolescent Adjustment Issues
RHONDA K. TURNER, PH.D.
Dr. Turner is a licensed psychologist specializing in behavioral pediatrics. She received her Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology and her Ph.D. in School Psychology from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Dr. Turner completed her internship and postdoctoral training at the Munroe-Meyer Institute. She is a former assistant professor of pediatrics at the University of Nebraska Medical Center and has served as adjunct faculty at Southeast Community College.
Focus of Practice:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Children and Adolescents
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities
- Behavioral Parent Training for Preschool, Elementary and Middle School-Aged Children
Areas of Interest:
- Anxiety Disorders (including Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Separation Anxiety, Phobias, and Social Anxiety)
- Depression
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
- Academic and School Behavior Concerns
- Sleep, Feeding, and Elimination Disorders
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
Testing Areas:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Learning Disability
- Gifted Assessments
JAMI E. GIVENS, PH.D.
Dr. Givens is a licensed psychologist specializing in behavioral pediatrics. She received her Ph.D. in School Psychology from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and completed her internship and postdoctoral training at the Munroe-Meyer Institute. Dr. Givens also completed training in the behavioral sleep medicine clinic at Children's Sleep Disorders Center in Omaha.
Focus of Practice:
- Anxiety and depression
- Sleep problems
- Elimination disorders
- Adjustment reactions
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
- School concerns
- Parent training
Areas of Interest:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Adjustment Issues
- Academic and School Behavior Problems
Testing Areas:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Learning Disability
- Gifted Assessments
LUKE O. BOSSARD, PSY.D.
Dr. Bossard studied at the University of Nebraska before completing his doctorate in Psychology from Wheaton College in the Chicago area. The majority of his practice focuses on the adolescent population, but he also sees children with mood or academic struggles, as well as college-aged clients. Dr. Bossard is particularly skilled in treating anxiety. He also offers "academic coaching" to teens who are academically underperforming. His previous experiences as clinical director of a large residential facility for high risk youth and as a liaison for pediatricians serving underserved populations in Idaho have contributed to a wide-ranging clinical background.
Focus of Practice:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults
- Psychoeducational Assessment and School Consultation
Areas of Interest (Children and Adolescent):
- Adjustment Problems
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Academic Problems
- Parent-Child Relationship Problems
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
Areas of Interest (Adult):
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Occupation/Vocation Issues
- Relationship Issues
- Parenting
- Christian-Oriented Counseling
Testing Areas:
- ADHD Screening
- Autism Assessment
- Mood/Personality
- Psychoeducational Assessment and School Consultation
JULIE K. ALMQUIST, M.S., LIMHP
Julie Almquist consults part time on weekends only, maintaining a full-time counseling position at Boys Town Center for Behavioral Health in Omaha, Nebraska.
Focus of Practice:
- Individual and Family Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Areas of Interest:
- Behavioral Parent Training for Childhood Problems and Disorders
- Behavior Management and School Consultation
- Adolescent Behavior Management
- Adolescent Anxiety, Depression, and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
- Disruptive Behavior Disorder
ANN G. CLARE, PH.D.
Dr. Clare received her Ph.D. in School Psychology from the University of Missouri. She maintained full-time employment as a school psychologist with Lincoln Public Schools, specializing in early childhood assessments and educational programming until 2019 when she joined the Behavioral Pediatric & Family Therapy Program on a full-time basis.
Focus of Practice:
- Behavioral Parent Training for Preschool and Elementary School-Aged Children
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Children
- Psychological and Educational Evaluations (e.g., ADHD, Learning Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder)
Areas of Interest:
- Anxiety Disorders (including Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Separation Anxiety, Phobias, and Social Anxiety)
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
- School Concerns regarding Behavior and Learning
- Early Childhood Non-Compliance
AMANDA B. SETLAK, PH.D.
Dr. Setlak received her Ph.D. in School Psychology from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She completed her internship and postdoctoral training at Boys Town Center for Behavioral Health from 2008 to 2010. She continued as a Licensed Psychologist at Boys Town where she provided family and individual therapy and developed an outpatient academic skills program called The Learning Academy until 2017 when she joined the Behavioral Pediatric & Family Therapy Program as a full-time consultant.
Focus of Practice:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Children and Adolescents
- Behavioral Parent Training for Preschool and Elementary School-Aged Children
- Psychoeducational Assessments and School Consultation
Areas of Interest:
- Development of Emotional Regulation Skills
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
- Academic and Behavioral Concerns
- Empowering Parents to Manage Childhood Emotional and Behavioral Concerns
Testing Areas:
- Gifted Assessments
- Learning Disabilities
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
ANDREW S. WHITE, PH.D.
Dr. White is a licensed psychologist specializing in behavioral pediatrics. He received his Ph.D. in School Psychology from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and completed his internship and postdoctoral training at the Munroe-Meyer Institute at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Dr. White also completed training in behavioral sleep medicine with the Children's Sleep Medicine Clinic in Omaha, Nebraska.
Focus of Practice:
- Behavioral Parent Training
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Areas of Interest:
- Disruptive Behavior Disorders
- Sleep Problems
- Toilet Training, Enuresis, and Encopresis
- Adjustment Disorders
- Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
- Anxiety and Mood Disorders
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
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