David S. Wachtel, Ph. D., our Director of Psychological Services, is a Licensed Psychologist (Clinical, Clinical Child) who maintains a private practice in Clinical and Forensic Psychology and is the Director of The Center for Compulsive and Addictive Behavior. He brings over 25 years of experience dealing with the spectrum of psychological, educational and chemical dependency disorders in children, adolescents, adults and families.  Dr. Wachtel has also served as a Consulting and Training Psychologist in outpatient, inpatient, educational, legal and rehabilitation settings.  He has been recognized by and received honors from numerous professional associations for his innovative models and treatment programs to address the needs of patients and professionals. 

JoAnna Snider Anderson, Psy. D. is a Licensed Psychologist (Clinical, Clinical Child) who received her Doctorate of Psychology from Spaulding University with an emphasis in childhood disorders and a specialty in the full spectrum of Pervasive Developmental Disorders including Autistic Disorder, Rett’s Disorder and Asperger’s Disorder.  Dr. Anderson’s significant experience in the AD/HD assessment process also enables her to consider other conditions or developmental disorders that might co-exist with AD/HD or in some cases better explain the difficulties found within the family seeking help for their presenting problems. In addition to her testing and therapy contributions with Premier Psychological Services, she also provides comprehensive developmental services for infants and children with neurological differences.   Dr. Anderson’s experience also includes the psychological assessment of children with: communication disorders and delays, peri-natal trauma, traumatic brain injury, affective disorders, learning disabilities, adjustment issues, and behavioral disorders. 

Rosario C. DeLeón, Ph.D. is a Licensed Psychologist (Clinical Neuropsychology) who has an extensive background in neurocognitive disorders, child development, and neuropsychological assessment of preschool-age children through young adults.  Dr. DeLeón earned her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Neuropsychology at the University of Houston.  Dr. DeLeón completed an internship at the Children’s Assessment Center and a post-doctoral fellowship at the University of Texas – Health Science Center, Department of Pediatrics.  Dr. DeLeón’s experience includes the neuropsychological, educational, and psychological assessment in English and Spanish of children and adults with epilepsy, brain tumors, stroke, traumatic brain injury, developmental delays, communication disorders, autistic spectrum disorders, attentional disorders, learning disabilities, affective disorders, behavioral disorders, and adjustment issues. 

Stephen L. Tate, Psy. D. is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who obtained his doctorate degree in clinical psychology from Wheaton College Graduate School in Wheaton, IL. Dr. Tate brings more than 15 years of experience as a clinician combining cognitive behavioral therapy with psychodynamic theory to assist children, adolescents, and families in working through a wide variety of mental health issues, including depression, trauma and anxiety disorders. He has a strong commitment to children and families and firmly believes in helping people learn how to develop proactive solutions to daily life situations. Dr. Tate also seeks to create change in interpersonal relationships and the family system and improve the lives of children, adolescents, and adults by understanding them as whole persons.

Cynthia Orrego, Ph.D. is a Licensed Psychologist who received her Masters of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Texas-Pan American and a Doctorate of Psychology in School Psychology from Texas A&M University.  Dr. Orrego completed her internship training in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Texas Medical School, located in Houston’s Texas 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 treatment of emotional/behavioral issues.  She also has significant experience in the assessment of individuals with attentional disorders and learning disabilities.  In addition to her work at Premier Psychological Services, Dr. Orrego works with Spanish-speaking families of infants and children with disabilities.  Dr. Orrego uses a family systems approach in which parents are involved in the treatment of their child, including learning positive parenting techniques.

Elizabeth A. Maynard, Ph. D. is a Licensed Psychologist (Clinical) who also has a strong background in attentional and learning disorders.  She is particularly interested in working with children, adolescents and adults with attentional difficulties.  She has worked extensively with college students in assessment, treatment and teaching capacities since 1990.  Dr. Maynard's strong assessment background enables her to help clients and their families in their efforts to obtain clear and accurate diagnoses, understand the implications of a learning or attentional disability, and implement effective coping strategies for success at home, school and work.