Dr. Villalobos is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and LCSW Supervisor in the state of Texas. She graduated from Fielding University in 2019 with a PhD in Clinical Psychology. Dr. Villalobos earned a doctoral degree in Social Work Research at The University of Texas at El Paso in 2009. Her pre-doctoral internship in clinical psychology was completed at the El Paso VA Healthcare System, where she trained extensively on the delivery of evidence-based practices for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, depression, chronic pain, insomnia, and anxiety disorders.
Dr. Villalobos has 15 years of experience providing psychotherapy to individuals, families, and groups. She specializes in cognitive behavioral therapies such as CBT for Depression, CBT for Chronic Pain, and CBT for Insomnia. She is a trained and experienced trauma therapist who specializes in Prolonged Exposure and Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD. Additionally, she is a certified EMDR therapist and an EMDR Approved Consultant. Dr. Villalobos is a native El Pasoan and is fluent in Spanish.
Jennifer Lopez, LPC, is a Veteran of the United States Army and Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas. She graduated from Texas A&M University-Central Texas in 2019 with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She joined the United States Army in 2007 and has two combat tours to Iraq. She completed her internship and worked in the correctional setting as a Mental Health Counselor providing individual therapy, group therapy, and crisis interventions. She has clinical experience with treating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, gender dysphoria, life transitions, mild cognitive impairments, and intellectual disabilities. She is trained in the Montreal Cognitive Assessment. She utilizes a non-judgmental and open approach which works well across all demographics, cultures, and beliefs. She is a native El Pasoan who returned to serve her community.
A native of El Paso, Elizabeth Mays, LPC attended Texas A & M University and received a B.A. in Psychology. She later earned a Master of Education in Counseling from Sam Houston State University in 2012. She has experience providing counseling services to various individuals, particularly adolescents, in various settings, including inpatient, outpatient, and emergency placement shelters. When working with clients, Ms. Mays utilizes both person-centered and trauma-informed care techniques to provide a compassionate approach to counseling. She provides counseling in English and Spanish.
Mariaelena Knight completed her Master of Social Work Degree at New Mexico State University and her Business Administration Degree at the University of Phoenix. Mariaelena was born and raised in El Paso and is bilingual in Spanish and English. She has a Clinical License to practice in Texas and New Mexico and is a Certified Anger Resolution Therapist. She has 17 years of Social Work experience across various settings, including Child Protective Services, Foster and Adoption, Clinical Social Work, and private practice. Mariaelena has an appreciation for working with individuals, families, and couples. She has clinical experience treating depression, anxiety, anger, relational problems, grief, and prenatal and postpartum depression. Mariaelena continually updates her skill set and knowledge to include innovative methodologies. Her therapeutic approach accentuates a safe, open, non-judgmental place, and holistic style to mental health where her clients can find comfort, validation, and insight. She provides counseling in English and Spanish.
Andrea Luna is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate (LPC-A) in the state of Texas, under the supervision of Cristal Acosta, LPC-S. She is currently serving clients as a Contract Therapist. Andrea earned her Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from The University of Texas at El Paso and utilizes evidence-based approaches to support clients in their healing journey.Andrea brings experience from outpatient, group, and nonprofit settings, having worked with adults, teens, LGBTQ+ individuals, and the Latinx community. Her clinical background includes trauma-informed care, advocacy, group therapy, and case management. She approaches her work through a culturally responsive and socially conscious lens, with a strong emphasis on creating safe and empowering spaces for clients from diverse backgrounds.Andrea integrates modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and person-centered therapy, while incorporating somatic practices to help clients connect with their bodies and process emotional experiences. She is bilingual in Spanish and passionate about decolonizing mental health by centering holistic healing and self-trust.Her therapeutic style is collaborative and grounded in mutual respect—ensuring that each client’s unique needs guide the process. Andrea is deeply committed to helping clients recognize their inner strengths, feel seen and supported, and leave each session feeling empowered and capable of growth.
Kristen Macias is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate (LPC-A) in the state of Texas, currently serving clients as a Contract Therapist at the Cognitive Behavioral Institute of El Paso. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Biology from The University of Texas at Austin and earned her Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from The University of Texas at El Paso. Kristen brings a diverse clinical background to her role, with experience in outpatient and inpatient behavioral health settings, crisis intervention, and applied behavior analysis. She has worked with individuals across the lifespan facing challenges such as emotional regulation, behavioral disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and co-occurring mental health conditions. In her therapeutic work, Kristen applies a trauma-informed and collaborative approach, utilizing evidence-based practices to help clients achieve stability, resilience, and growth. She is passionate about creating a supportive environment that fosters self-awareness and healing, and she is committed to helping individuals navigate complex emotional and behavioral challenges.
Andres Leday is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Associate (LPC-A) in thestate of Texas and a proud United States Army Veteran with 23 years ofhonorable service. He earned his Master of Science in Mental Health Counselingfrom the University of Texas at El Paso. Andres brings a rich and diverse background to his counseling practice. Withexperience as a soldier, teacher, and nurse, he offers a unique andmultifaceted perspective that enhances his ability to connect with clients fromall walks of life. Throughout his career, Andres has remained dedicated toserving others. He completed his graduate training in an outpatient mentalhealth setting, where he gained valuable experience working with a wide rangeof mental health concerns and diagnoses. He is deeply passionate about helping others, with a special focus onstrengthening marriages and interpersonal relationships. Andres is particularlycommitted to supporting men in accessing, understanding, and expressing theiremotions in healthy, constructive ways. His therapeutic approach is rooted inempathy, cultural sensitivity, and mutual respect. Andres strives to create a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space whereclients feel heard, valued, and empowered to grow. Whether working withindividuals, couples, or groups, he is dedicated to fostering meaningfulconnection and lasting change.
