Black History Month Spotlight: Dr. Ulysses “Lee” Moore, PhD, LPC, CRC

This Black History Month, we proudly honor Dr. Ulysses “Lee” Moore, founder of the Hope Project and a lifelong advocate for mental health, community empowerment, and service.

A Veteran, retired U.S. Army First Sergeant with more than 28 years of service, father, husband, counselor, and community leader, Dr. Moore believes that life’s journey is built on one essential principle - hope. Through seasons of both challenge and triumph, he has dedicated his life to helping others find the tools they need to move forward with strength and resilience.

In 2016, Dr. Moore founded The Hope Project of Central Texas, an organization of mental health professionals committed to providing counseling, mentoring, community living support, and training for youth, veterans, individuals with disabilities, elders, and families. With more than 18 years in the helping profession - including work in Child Protective Services, state and federal vocational rehabilitation, and private practice - he continues to empower individuals to live and thrive as respected members of their communities.

Dr. Moore holds a B.A. in Psychology from UT Tyler, an M.Ed. in Special Education from UT Austin, and a PhD in Counseling Education from Texas Tech University. His career reflects a powerful mission: ensuring that every person has access to support, opportunity, and the belief that tomorrow can be better than today.

Hope is more than a word - it’s the foundation of healing, growth, and community.

Thank you, Dr. Moore, for your leadership, service, and commitment to building pathways of hope for others.

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