Bio

Machaela Hackendahl is a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner in Omaha, NE as well as the Director of the Multi-Disciplinary Team’s at Project Harmony. Machaela received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology from Hastings College and her Masters of Science in Human Services from Bellevue University. She has been practicing for over 10 years and specializes in treating children with trauma and/or attachment issues. Machaela is trained in several evidence-based practices such as TF-CBT, Circle of Security, Child Parent Psychotherapy, EMDR, PCIT, Play Therapy and many more. Machaela uses all of these treatment modalities to ensure the little’s that she works with are receiving the best care. While at Project Harmony Machaela has used her therapeutic knowledge to educate the community on the importance of infant mental health. This is done through the various MDT’s as well as the Impact from Infancy Program. When not working, Machaela spends time with her husband and three kids. This often includes cheer competitions, show choir competitions and football games.