integrated Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders Directory
Using diagnostic and etiological evaluations related to autism spectrum disorder, our programs and specialists provide families comprehensive and effective treatment that transforms lives.
Leadership
Alice Shillingsburg, PhD, BCBA-D, LP, LBA
Yale Family Endowed Chair
Director, MMI iCASD
Professor, MMI iCASD
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Licensed Psychologist
Regina A. Carroll, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA
Associate Director, Clinical Services, MMI
Associate Director, MMI iCASD
Director, ACT Clinic Central Omaha, MMI iCASD
Professor, UNMC
Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Clinical Faculty | Staff
Sarah Connolly, PhD, BCBA-D, ABPP, LBA
Assistant Professor, MMI integrated Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders
BRIDGE Program Coordinator, MMI iCASD
Licensed Psychologist
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Board Certified Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychologist

Christian Courson, PhD
Assistant Professor, MMI integrated Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders
Clinical Psychologist

Mary E. Halbur, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA
Clinical Director, ACT Clinic North Omaha, Munroe-Meyer Institute iCASD
Assistant Professor, Munroe-Meyer Institute iCASD
Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Todd M. Owen, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA
Assistant Professor, MMI integrated Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders
Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Amber Paden, PhD, LMHP, BCBA, LBA
Program Director, ACT Clinic Fremont, MMI iCASD
Assistant Professor, MMI iCASD
Licensed Mental Health Practitioner
Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Catalina N. Rey, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA
Assistant Professor, MMI integrated Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders
Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Nicole M. Rodriguez, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA
Professor, MMI integrated Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders
Director, MMI Doctoral Applied Behavior Analysis Program
Director of Early Intervention, Munroe-Meyer Institute iCASD
Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Patricia K. Zemantic, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA
Director of Autism Diagnostic Clinic, Munroe-Meyer Institute iCASD
Assistant Professor, MMI integrated Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders
Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Interns | Professional Trainees
- Shannon Carley, MA – Xavier University.
- Samantha Johnston, MS – Idaho State University.
- Brittany Pigg, MA, PLMHP – University of Southern Mississippi.
- Taylor Scott, PsyM – Wright State University.
- Mary Stepanek MEd, BCBA – University of Cincinnati.
Adjunct Faculty | Courtesy Appointments
Elizabeth J Preas, PhD, BCBA-D, LMHP
Adjunct Assistant Professor, MMI iCASD

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