Who We Are
Our Practice
We are a team that is passionate about providing the best treatment for every client we serve and combined have over 70 years of experience! We expect that all clinicians who practice with us have had extensive training in their specialties and attend ongoing training and consultation. Our combined experience enables us to offer effective and individualized psychological care. We treat a number of mental health disorders, and provide a safe and neutral ground to individuals, families, and couples. For consultation and training for professional groups that offer services within the mental and behavioral health community, please email sandy-andres@perceptionstherapy.com
We offer in office and telehealth services to best meet your needs!
Our office location:
13911 Gold Circle, Suite 220
Omaha, NE 68144.
Please specify with your provider which location (online or in-office) you prefer for sessions. All sessions are held by appointment only, no walk ins.
Our Treatment Focus
Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan that will teach you the steps that you need to achieve your therapy or consultation goals.
Our Patient Promise
We promise to be there for you every step of your journey. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.
Our Therapists
Sandy Andres, LIMHP
I am the founder and co-owner of Perceptions, LLC and also carry a full caseload of clients as a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP). My specialties include anxiety, trauma, and self-worth. I have worked in the Mental Health Field since 2012 as a therapist (crisis response, locked residential, and outpatient), manager, trainer, and administrator. I am passionate about helping others find their truths and ways to manage their symptoms. I will never do your work for you, but will guide you and cheer you on as you do your own work. I have a strong background in working with children and families, but mainly focus on working with adults. I do still hold a few spots open for children within my work week. I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), certified in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and trained in Brainspotting (BSP).
I currently accept cash pay, all 3 NE Medicaid companies (NTC, UHC, Healthy Blue), and BCBS.
You can reach me by email at sandy-andres@perceptionstherapy.com
or by phone at 402-414-4131
Holly Israel, LIMHP
I am a co-owner of Perceptions and the Director of training. I have over 30 years of experience in providing therapy and clinical consultation. I have a very straightforward but supportive approach and utilize humor in my sessions. I have a certified therapy dog, Swish, and he attends and participates in all my sessions.
I have worked in many settings to include inpatient, residential treatment, and outpatient. I specialize in treating oppositional defiant disorder and conduct disorder in adolescents, as well as anger management issues. Additionally, I enjoy working with cancer survivors, as well as single parents. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Brainspotting and Trauma Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
I currently accept cash pay, all 3 NE Medicaid's (NTC, UHC, and Healthy Blue), and BCBS.
You can reach me by email at holly-israel@perceptionstherapy.com
or by phone at 531-220-0400
Kim Story, LIMHP
I am a co-owner of Perceptions, LLC and carry a full caseload of clients. I am a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP). My specialties include working with client’s who are struggling to find their place in their life, whether that is due to career issues, relationship issues, stress management, anger management, or someone that is just in need of developing new skills to be successful in their life. Have you ever asked yourself, “How did I get here? Why can’t I figure this out? Why do these thoughts/feelings overwhelm me?” If so, you are not alone, and these are common questions most of my clients or families have. I have over 20 years of experience empowering clients to regain their sense of self and purpose is my goal. I empower you with tools to not just find answers, but the solutions to help you understand, become aware, and make the changes you want to make. I am passionate about meeting you where you are, helping you redefine what is important and achievable, and creating a path to get there. I offer a supportive and enthusiastic relationship, a safe place to explore life struggles, understand difficult issues, develop new skills, enrich relationships, and work through situations to lead a more successful life. You will feel understood, validated, and free of judgement in our sessions. I am certified in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Accelerated Resolution Therapy(assists in resolving distressing images and decreasing negative physical sensations), and utilize other varied approaches that meet your needs. I look forward to meeting you, discussing your story and creating a new chapter. Invest in yourself, you are worth it!
I currently accept Aetna, All 3 NE Medicaid's (NTC, UHC, and Healthy Blue), and BCBS.
You can reach me by email at kim-story@perceptionstherapy.com or
by phone at 402-235-8733
Liz Harrison, LIMHP
I am a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP) for the state of Nebraska. My specialties include working with client’s who experience parent-child conflict, grief, anxiety, and depression. I have over 30 years of experience working with individuals and families as a trainer and therapist, including Crisis Response Therapy with Law Enforcement, teaching parenting classes, and therapist for a behavioral health residential unit. I love working with individuals and families and assisting them with making small changes that develop into a big impact within their lives. I would love to help you make those small steps into a huge victory for you. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). I currently accept UHC, Aetna, All 3 NE Medicaid's (NTC, UHC, and Healthy Blue), UMR, and BCBS.
Mrs. Elizabeth Harrison's Profile on Psychology Today
You can reach me by email at liz-harrison@perceptionstherapy.com
or by phone at 402-674-8427
Sean Roberts, LIMHP
I am a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP) for the state of Nebraska. My specialties include relationship issues, anxiety, depression, and social skill building. I have 9 years of experience working in the Mental Health Field as a therapist and administrator. I have a strong background in working with children and families. I feel that the core of an effective therapeutic relationship is the ability to create a trusting, nonjudgmental environment that is authentic and allows you to feel heard. My approach is based on cognitive behavioral techniques, reality therapy, and solution-focused brief therapy which can be adapted to help you accomplish your therapeutic goals. I currently accept UHC, Aetna, All 3 NE Medicaid's (NTC, UHC, and Healthy Blue), UMR, and BCBS.
You can reach me by email at sean-roberts@perceptionstherapy.com
or by phone at 402-683-0230
Swish, Certified Therapy Dog
I am a certified therapy dog and assist in sessions with Holly Israel (See above). I enjoy being a part of your sessions to help you feel calmer. I take payment in pettings and kind words. To reach me, please contact Holly as I don't have pockets in my vest for a phone.
Angela Hayden, LIMHP
I am a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP) in the state of Nebraska. I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, grief, parenting concerns, relationship issues, and social skills development. I have worked with children, teens, adults, and families over the past 20 years. In that time, I have worked as a Partial Hospitalization Therapist, an Outpatient Therapist, a Crisis Counselor, a Group Home Family Teacher, and a Residential Treatment Center Therapist. My treatment approach is Eclectic and based on the needs of the individual. This includes use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Reality Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Strength Based Therapy.
I am a Certified Grief Counselor/Educator. I am also certified in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). My goal is to partner with you and provide a safe place where you can feel heard, supported, and develop tools to meet the challenges you are facing. I currently accept UHC, Aetna, All 3 NE Medicaid's (NTC, UHC, and Healthy Blue), UMR, and BCBS.
You can reach me by email at angela-hayden@perceptionstherapy.com or by phone at (402) 204-5690.
Deana Thuer, PLMHP
I am a Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP) in the state of Nebraska. I work with people of all ages and focus on the treatment of self-esteem, trauma, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. I currently accept cash pay, Aetna, UHC and NTC Medicaid, BCBS, and am currently waiting to be paneled on Healthy Blue Medicaid. I offer in office and online sessions in the evening and weekend hours.
You can reach me by email at deana-thuer@perceptionstherapy.com or by phone at (531) 224-4148
Kate Williams, PLMHP
I am a Provisionally Licensed Mental Health Practitioner (PLMHP) in the state of Nebraska. I am accepting clients of all ages, focusing on the treatment of anxiety, depression, self-image, and issues surrounding death (our human and animal companions), grief and loss. Additionally, I have personal and professional experience in the areas of religion and spirituality, artistic creativity, and career and management counseling. Additionally, I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I look forward to welcoming you into a compassionate and nonjudgmental space where we will work collaboratively to achieve your goals.
I currently accept cash pay, UHC and NTC Medicaid while I await paneling with Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, and Healthy Blue Medicaid. I offer in office and online sessions. You can reach me by email at kate-williams@perceptionstherapy.com or by phone at (402) 204-0292