Dr. Cynthia Orrego is a Licensed Psychologist and a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology. She received her Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Texas-Pan American in 1997, and earned a Doctorate degree from Texas A&M University in 2002. Dr. Orrego completed her internship training at the University of Texas Health Science Center, in the Houston Medical Center and completed her post-doctoral work at Houston Independent School District. Dr. Orrego specializes in the assessment of Autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities, as well as the assessment and treatment of emotional/behavioral issues. She also has experience in assessing individuals with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and learning disabilities. Dr. Orrego has practiced in public school and private clinical settings, and worked as a contract psychologist for the Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) program. With over 14 years of experience, Dr. Orrego has evaluated children as young as 18 months, all the way through adulthood. Dr. Orrego uses a family system in which parents are involved in the treatment of their child, including learning positive parenting techniques. Dr. Orrego also uses a cognitive-behavioral theoretical orientation in therapy. Her supportive caring, and warm approach has helped her build excellent rapport and therapeutic work with individual clients and families.
Andrew Hillis is a Licensed Professional Counselor who completed his Master degree in Rehabilitation Counseling at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and Bachelors degree in Psychology from Texas Christian University. Having worked in research, hospital and private practice settings, Andrew has a broad range of experience and passion for helping others. Through counseling that is goal-oriented and based on a collaborative client-counselor relationship, Andrew aims to address and treat ongoing challenges posed by various diagnoses, particularly Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and Anxiety disorders. His main focus is working with teenagers, young adults, and adults to improve their anxiety & stress management, communication skills, coping techniques, emotional regulation, executive functioning skills, independent living skills, peer relationships, and social skills. In addition to individual therapy sessions, Andrew also offers group counseling aimed at improving communication and social skills.
Angelina de la Fuente is a dedicated LPC-Associate under supervision of Dr. Phillis Helums, Ph.D., LPC-S, LMFT-S. Angelina believes that healing happens in a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and valued. Her approach to therapy is collaborative and compassionate, meeting individuals where they are while empowering them to navigate life’s challenges with confidence and resilience. Angelina graduated with a Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Texas at Dallas and her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Texas A&M University. With a background in counseling individuals struggling with anxiety, ADHD, conduct disorder, and co-occurring mental health conditions, Angelina is passionate about fostering a safe and supportive therapeutic environment. Through evidence-based interventions such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), person-centered therapy, and trauma-informed care, Angelina works collaboratively with clients to help them build resilience, develop coping strategies, and achieve personal growth. Angelina has experience conducting psychological assessments for disability determinations for Social Security. In this role, she administered comprehensive evaluations to assess mental health conditions, cognitive functioning, and their impact on daily life. Her work involved conducting clinical interviews, interpreting assessment results, and providing professional reports to support disability claims. Committed to professional development, Angelina actively engages in clinical supervision to refine therapeutic skills, strengthen ethical decision-making, and expand expertise in working with diverse populations. Therapy is a journey, and Angelina is here to walk alongside her clients—offering support, encouragement, and maybe even a little humor along the way. Growth isn’t always easy, but no one has to do it alone. With Angelina’s guidance, clients can work together with her to navigate life’s challenges and celebrate their progress, one step at a time!