Counselor: Mary Moseley

Qualifications & Experience

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor with 16 years of mental health experience. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and Spanish from University of Mary Hardin-Baylor in Belton, Texas and a Master’s degree in Education and Counseling from Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas.

My Call to Christian Counseling

I had a traumatic childhood until I was six years old when I was adopted by a Christian couple. Before my adoption, my siblings and I experienced abuse and I disclosed the information to my kindergarten teacher. She was the one who called the authorities and in reality, saved my life. Because of her profound impact in my life, my initial career was as an elementary school teacher. It was there that I realized the huge need for empathetic Christian counselors. I then chose to go back to school to get my counseling license to not only help children but also adults and families.

More About Me/On a Personal Note

I love the outdoors – being in nature, walking, fishing, enjoying the Texas sunshine. I also enjoy reading, watching movies, and spending time with family and friends. I have a heart for intercession, remaining active in my church, and ministering wherever the Lord takes me.

Areas of Expertise/Specialties

• Abandonment and Neglect
• ADHD
• Aging and Geriatric Issues
• Anger Management
• Anxiety
• Autism
• Bipolar Disorder
• Chemical Dependency
• Coaching
• Counseling for Children
• Counseling for Teens
• Couples Counseling
• Codependency
• Depression
• Eating Disorders
• Family Counseling
• Grief and Loss
• Group Counseling
• Individual Counseling
• Infidelity and Affairs
• OCD
• Online Counseling
• Personal Development
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Premarital Counseling
• Professional Development
• Psychiatric Care Services
• Relationship Issues
• Sex and Porn Addiction
• Sexual Abuse
• Spiritual Development
• Trauma
• Weight Loss
• Women’s Issues

Abandonment and Neglect

God created us to be unique, relational beings with an intrinsic desire to be loved and belong. Sadly, for many people, that has not been their experience. No matter what your life experiences have been, you are still worthy to be loved, cared for, and respected. Sometimes there are people in our lives who have been unable to meet these needs, which leaves us feeling broken and disregarded. My goal in our therapeutic relationship would be to help you rebuild trust with others and confidence in your personal value based on the Creator’s design and not on your life experiences.

“The LORD himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” – Deuteronomy 31:8

Anxiety

Are you ready to take your life back? Are you ready to tell fear and anxiety to go and never return? We can “feel” anxious but it does not have to take over our lives and hinder our ability to move forward with the plans that God has for us. “For God has not given us a spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind” (2 Timothy 1:7). Let’s work together to take back your life so that you can live the life that you were created for – one filled with peace, love, and much joy.

Counseling for Teens

The adolescent years can be some of the most challenging years of your life. It’s the stage between childhood and adulthood when you are going through so many changes both physically and emotionally. Many times, it can feel as if no one understands you because you are struggling to understand yourself and find your true identity. I would love the opportunity to work with you in discovering that identity through what Jesus has to say about you in His Word. This will help you to combat any lies that you may have believed about yourself and embrace the beautiful person that is uniquely you.

Psalm 139:13-14a says, “For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” You may not feel like praising God right now for creating you, but my hope is that through our time together, you will love who you are. Embracing your identity will change your view of yourself, your relationships, and your future.

Depression

Depression is a thief. It can steal from every aspect of our lives and can even make getting up in the morning seem next to impossible. When struggling with depression, our thoughts and emotions overtake us and we struggle to get out from under the weight of it all. During our sessions together, we will work to reframe those thoughts and in return begin to change our emotions.

As difficult as it may be in the beginning, getting active and taking small steps to change our daily routines into healthy ones will go a long way in the healing process. We will work together to consult the Word of God for Scriptures of hope and encouragement that will sustain us on the tough days and feed our souls.

Psalm 23:4 says, “Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me.”

Trauma

Unfortunately, many of us have experienced some type of trauma during our lifetime. A single traumatic event can cause significant changes that may leave us unable to understand why we act the way we act, why we think the way we think, or why we make the choices we make. We may not understand why something seemingly insignificant can cause us to respond in a disproportionate way.

For Christian clients, it is essential that we combine the process of healing trauma with the Word of God. During the healing process, I will help you walk through the truth of the gospel in order to bridge the sufferer with the One who is more than able to heal. During our time together, I will help you explore the hidden places of your heart and mind that you might be unaware of.

I will help you look at yourself through the eyes of Christ without judgment and come to a deeper self- awareness of the healing that He offers to you as a free gift. Together, you and I will create a safe place for you to openly share your story and begin the healing process so that you are able to learn to live a life of peace and joy with a future and a hope.

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalm 34:18

“‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’” – Jeremiah 29:1

Sessions: I offer 53-minute sessions. Sessions can be held more than once per week, weekly, or every other week. Scheduling options are discussed in greater detail during your Risk-Free Initial Session.

Availability (by office location):

• Alamo Ranch – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday
• Online Counseling – Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday

Fees: I offer a Risk-Free Initial Session for individuals, couples, and groups looking to pursue counseling with me. Please note that there is a fee for the Risk-Free Initial Session as it is a clinical hour and reimbursable to most insurance companies, but if you choose not to reschedule and continue therapy after the initial session the entire fee for the session will be waived. For ongoing treatment the full fee per session is required at the time of service.

Insurance: As a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S), some insurance companies will reimburse for a portion of my services (as an Out of Network Provider). Please consult with your insurance provider as to whether they specifically cover adolescents, individuals and couples.

Receipts/Statements: In the event you require a printed or digital receipt, I will provide receipts for personal use, insurance reimbursement, Flex Spending Accounts (FSA), and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).

Payment options: Cash, Check, or Credit Card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, & American Express).