About Social Connections, LLC
Our Mission
Our Mission
Our Mission
Social Connections, LLC is dedicated to supporting the social, emotional, and psychological well-being of children, adolescents, and adults through high-quality counseling services, comprehensive psychological evaluations, and evidence-based resources.
In addition to clinical services, we develop therapeutic tools and educational resou
Social Connections, LLC is dedicated to supporting the social, emotional, and psychological well-being of children, adolescents, and adults through high-quality counseling services, comprehensive psychological evaluations, and evidence-based resources.
In addition to clinical services, we develop therapeutic tools and educational resources designed to support social-emotional learning. These resources are created to support not only clients but also parents, therapists, and educators working to foster emotional growth and resilience.
Through compassionate care, professional expertise, and innovative resources, our goal is to empower individuals and families with the knowledge, skills, and support needed to build meaningful connections and thrive.
Our Story
Our Mission
Our Mission
As a psychologist, I began noticing early signs of autism in my son when he was only six months old. At 18 months, he was formally diagnosed with autism by a colleague. Throughout my career, I have helped many families obtain evaluations and access critical services for their children. However, becoming the parent of a child with autism
As a psychologist, I began noticing early signs of autism in my son when he was only six months old. At 18 months, he was formally diagnosed with autism by a colleague. Throughout my career, I have helped many families obtain evaluations and access critical services for their children. However, becoming the parent of a child with autism transformed my understanding in a profound way. It provided me with a perspective that extends beyond professional training- one grounded in lived experience, advocacy, and deep empathy for the journey families face.
My first book was written for my son, not as a psychologist, but as a mother. While I had long envisioned creating resources for children with special needs, his diagnosis gave that vision a clear purpose and urgency.
Since then, I have authored six books, developed two board games, and created a social skills game application available on both Android and IOS platforms. Each of these resources was designed to support social-emotional learning and provide meaningful tools for children and families navigating developmental differences.
My son remains the inspiration behind this work. What began as a personal mission has grown into a broader commitment to empower families, increase understanding of autism, and create resources that help children thrive.
Angelina Maynard, Ph.D., LP
Angelina Maynard, Ph.D., LP
Angelina Maynard, Ph.D., LP
Dr. Angelina Maynard is a Licensed Psychologist in the states of Texas and Illinois. She is authorized to provide telepsychology services in participating states through PSYPACT, allowing her to serve clients in participating jurisdictions across state lines.
Dr. Maynard specializes in comprehensive psychological and diagnostic evalua
Dr. Angelina Maynard is a Licensed Psychologist in the states of Texas and Illinois. She is authorized to provide telepsychology services in participating states through PSYPACT, allowing her to serve clients in participating jurisdictions across state lines.
Dr. Maynard specializes in comprehensive psychological and diagnostic evaluations, with particular expertise in the assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and related neurodevelopmental conditions. She also conducts Compensation and Pension (C&P) examinations as a contractor for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Dr. Maynard's professional background includes experience within public school systems, clinical settings, and interdisciplinary care teams, where she has provided psychological services to individuals from diverse backgrounds and developmental needs.
Areas of Specialization: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and other Mood Disorders.
Lilia Maynard, M.S., LPC
Angelina Maynard, Ph.D., LP
Angelina Maynard, Ph.D., LP
Lilia Maynard is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who provides bilingual counseling services in English and Spanish. She earned her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Texas Tech University.
During her clinical trainings, she focused primarily on working with adolescents and adults from diverse background
Lilia Maynard is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who provides bilingual counseling services in English and Spanish. She earned her Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Texas Tech University.
During her clinical trainings, she focused primarily on working with adolescents and adults from diverse backgrounds. She utilizes an integrated and client-centered therapeutic approach, tailoring treatment to meet each individual's unique needs and goals.
Ms. Maynard provides counseling services exclusively through telehealth, offering flexible scheduling to improve accessibility and convenience for clients.
Area of Focus: Bilingual counseling (Spanish), anxiety, depression, anger management, family conflict, grief and loss, racial identity, self-esteem, stress management and LGBT related concerns.