Functional Behavioral Assessments in Nebraska
Aequitas Behavioral Assessments and Consulting, LCC

Functional Behavioral Assessments in Nebraska
Mon | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Tue | By Appointment | |
Wed | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Thu | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Fri | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm | |
Sat | Closed | |
Sun | Closed |
We specialize in Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) in rural areas, supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. Our strength-based, person-centered approach highlights each individual's abilities and fosters meaningful progress.
We offer comprehensive services, including FBAs, Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), and Safety Plans, tailored to promote resilience and positive outcomes. Our support extends beyond assessment, providing ongoing consultation to ensure effective implementation.
To better operate in rural areas and continue to refine services Dr. Zak has accepted a position with Community Inclusion and Developmental Disability Services | MWDS-NE expanding our reach while improving our impact of practice. By sharing administrative responsibilities, this allows us to focus solely on clinical tasks, ensuring high-quality, individualized support. Serving Omaha, Papillion, Lincoln, and beyond, Midwest Disability Services, LCC clinical team is dedicated to the accessibility of services in an innovative environment.
Dr. Zak is a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner based in Omaha, Nebraska, he holds a Doctoral Degree in Education with specialized training in behavioral management. With over a decade of expertise in evaluation services, he has extensive experience in forensic assessments, emergency medical interventions, and co-response with law enforcement for individuals in crisis.
Bringing more than 20 years of experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, Dr. Zak is dedicated to supporting this population through evidence-based practices. His work in Omaha, Nebraska, reflects his commitment to empowering individuals and fostering meaningful progress.
Recognized as both a national and regional Subject Matter Expert in behavioral assessments, Dr. Zak has provided specialized training to law enforcement agencies at local, state, and federal levels. His training ensures a compassionate and informed approach to crisis intervention and behavioral understanding, particularly for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. If you're seeking expertise in an FBA in Omaha, Nebraska; or a rural area, Dr. Zak is here to provide unparalleled support and guidance.
Every FBA in Omaha (Lincoln, Papillion, or rural areas) completed by Dr. Zak or another LIMHP at Midwest Disability Services, LCC undergoes a rigorous quality review process. This ensures that each assessment is tailored to meet the unique needs of the individual while strictly adhering to all state requirements and policies. This commitment guarantees the highest standards of accuracy and effectiveness. If you’re seeking expertise in FBA services in Omaha, Nebraska (Papillion, Lincoln, and rural areas). Dr. Zak is here to provide comprehensive and reliable support.
To have capacity to serve rural areas, Dr. Zak has accepted a position (Clinical Director) with Midwest Disability Services, expanding our reach while improving the focus of practice. By joining Midwest, we continue to provide high-quality FBA services while reducing administrative burdens to focus entirely on clinical care.
For individuals in Risk Tier programs, Aequitas remains committed to offering specialized services, including second opinions, robust risk assessments for harm to others, and tailored interventions. This ensures comprehensive support for high-risk individuals while maintaining a person-centered approach. With extensive forensic experience Aequitas is able to provide evidence based and operationally relevant recommendations for people who may be a risk to self, or others; with a focus on the reduction of restrictions and continued access to the community where they prefer to live.
If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment, please feel free to contact us. The best way to schedule FBA services is through Midwest Disability Services Community Inclusion and Developmental Disability Services | MWDS-NE for other services such as Risk Tier reduction plans, second opinions, etc. please call 402-507-9803.
1. Please schedule with Midwest Disability Services Community Inclusion and Developmental Disability Services | MWDS-NE
2. We are committed to supporting the rural areas of our community.
3. We will complete all FBAs per state of Nebraska guidelines and be available for consultive services post FBA for the development of the Behavior Support Plan, and the Safety Plan, and at request training of direct line staff.
Dr. Zak brings over a decade of experience in evaluative services, including Forensic Evaluations, Threat Assessments, Recidivism Risk Assessments/Safety Plans, Psycho-sexual Risk Assessment, and FBA's. This extensive background equips him with the expertise to address the unique challenges faced by individuals.
Dr. Zak is available for consultation in any of these areas. Please be advised all FBAs are now administratively managed by Community Inclusion and Developmental Disability Services | MWDS-NE
All other services can be access by contacting us directly via email, or 402-507-9803.
Aequitas offers specialized training workshops on critical topics, including Threat Assessment team development in healthcare settings (per Joint Commission requirements), psychoeducation on the intersection of the mental health and legal systems, and best practices for conducting high-quality risk and behavioral assessments.
As part of our commitment to advancing the field, we are actively developing a nonprofit clinical cadre dedicated to training clinicians on high quality FBAs ensuring the next generation of practitioners is well-equipped to navigate complex cases. This initiative extends to rural areas, addressing gaps in access to expertise and fostering a more skilled, competent workforce statewide.
We are actively developing the relationships and defining our mission to succeed in this endeavor.
At Aequitas we are committed to delivering high-quality, statute-compliant assessments that meet the highest professional standards.
Dr. Zak ensures that all evaluations align with legal and ethical requirements while maintaining a person-centered focus. Our approach is non-siloed, integrating input from multiple sources, including families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams, to develop comprehensive and actionable recommendations.
By combining clinical expertise with a broad, systems-based perspective, we provide assessments that not only meet regulatory standards but also drive meaningful, individualized support solutions.
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