Functional Behavior Assessment
Functional Behavior Assessment is a group of strategies used to better understand why a challenging behavior is occurring.
Understanding why allows families, caregivers and providers to have better chances of being successful in preventing and managing behaviors that might be a barrier to someone’s development, employment or quality of life.
Functional Behavior Assessments are sometimes referred to by their acronym, FBA.
Eligibility
- Individuals who are 21 or older and receive services through the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Developmental Disabilities.
- We do provide Functional Behavior Assessments for individuals under 21. However, these assessments are billed to the patient’s insurance, and we cannot guarantee insurance will cover the Functional Behavior Assessments.
- Individuals with a developmental disability (i.e., intellectual disability, Autism Spectrum Disorder).
Helpful Resources
- Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services offers specific information on Functional Behavior Assessments, support and safety plans.
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Call 402-559-6408 to talk to someone in MMI's Department of Psychology.
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Log in to One Chart to send a message to your health care provider.
Request an Assessment
- If you need emergency help, dial 911.
- Visit our appointments page to learn the different ways to make an appointment at the Munroe-Meyer Institute.
- Ask to schedule a Functional Behavior Assessment with our psychology department.
- Then, our team will contact you to start the assessment process.
Contact Us
Lisa L. Neitzke, PhD, BCBA
Assistant Professor, MMI Department of Psychology
Program Coordinator, Lifespan in Developmental Disabilities, MMI Psychology
Licensed Psychologist
Licensed Behavior Analyst
