Biography of Melanie Gabbert
| Positions: | Assistant Professor of Psychology |
| Departments: | Division of Human Development/Psychology - 402.486.2522 |
| Office: | Everett Dick Administration Building, 406-A |
| Work Phone: | 402.486.2600 x2377 |
| Email: | megabber [at] ucollege [dot] edu |
Teaches PSYC 105, Psyc 300, Psyc 100, SOCI 210
M.A. Community Counseling, Andrews University, 1995B.S. Psychology, Union College, 1992
Student Affiliate, Association for Psychological Science Board of Directors, Friendship Force of Lincoln
Assistant Professor of Psychology, Union College, 2008 to present
Clinical Director of Community Based Services, CEDARS Youth Services 2000-2007 Extended Day Treatment Program Coordinator, Child Guidance Center, 1995-2000 Extended Day Treatment Program Therapist, Child Guidance Center, 1995-1995
Moral development, Trauma Informed Care Promoting social emotional competence in early childhood
Foster Care and out of home placement Trauma recovery in children
Melanie's career and personal life have been about children and families. She is a foster parent, providing short and long-term care and support for children and their biological families. She provides respite and emergency care for children when needed and is currently in the process of adopting her two year-old son. Melanie enjoys camping, reading, and music.