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My name is Margaret Whitmore, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I began working in the mental health field in 2015 as a case manager. In 2019, I graduated with my master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling and Art Therapy from Ursuline College. I am dedicated to providing counseling services to those looking to reignite their spark in life.
During this initial meeting, our primary focus will be to collaboratively identify your personal goals for therapy. We will also explore any potential barriers or challenges that might be currently preventing you from achieving these goals. This foundational discussion will help us create a clear path forward and tailor our work to your specific needs.
Clients experience growth when they choose to work with me because I have a natural ability to deeply understand, validate, and reflect their life experiences. Many feel comfortable to opening up early on, which allows us to quickly get to the heart of the challenges and patterns that brought them to therapy. I take pride in connecting with people from every background. My goal is for you to feel seen, heard, and supported as you grow and move toward the life you want and deserve.
Young Adults, Students, and Athletes (Ages 18–25) Young people today are under enormous pressure. From school, peers, social media, & the expectations of others many college-age clients struggle with emotional ups and downs, anger, anxiety, school stress, and relationships. For student-athletes, the demands can be even greater, with the challenge of balancing academics, sports performance, team expectations, and personal life. In therapy, we focus on building confidence, coping skills, and problem-solving tools to help you feel more in control of your choices, emotions, performance & future. Navigating Life Between Worlds: Supporting Biracial and Minority Experiences Being biracial or growing up as a minority in your community can come with unique challenges. Feeling like an outsider, questioning who you are, receiving mixed messages about your behavior, or struggling to feel truly accepted. At times, it may seem like only part of you is welcomed, leaving the rest overlooked. Together, we’ll work through these experiences to rebuild self-esteem and strengthen your confidence in embracing your whole self. My goal is to support you in living authentically, grounded in who you are, no matter the setting or the people around you. In our work, your voice and healing will always be at the center, without judgment. Life Transitions & Relationship Boundaries Big changes, graduation, moving out, a new job, a breakup, can leave you feeling lost, stuck, or unsure of your next steps. I support adults and teens while moving through these transitions, helping you reconnect with yourself, your values, and your goals. Whether it’s family, friendships, or romantic partners, relationships can be both our greatest source of support and stress. I help clients explore recurring patterns, clarify what they need from others, and learn how to communicate boundaries with strength and clarity. Without shutting down or shrinking themselves.
Culturally Sensitive Therapy
As a culturally responsive therapist, I provide a space where your identity, lived experiences, and emotions are seen, heard, and respected. Whether you're navigating cultural expectations, identity stress, or generational patterns, our work will center your voice and your healing—without judgment.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I support clients in improving their emotions, self image, and behaviors by changing unhelpful thought patterns.
4 ratings with written reviews
November 20, 2025
She is super helpful and allows me to open up while also offering her guidance and perspective! She is also warm and makes me laugh and I can’t wait for my next session with her
October 28, 2025
I’ve had 3 sessions so far and was so nervous for my first one- just not knowing what to expect, am I going to be judged, etc. BUT let me say, Margaret is wonderful! I look forward to talking to her every week now. She does an amazing job at validating feelings, boosting self confidence, and she’s very easy to talk to. Absolutely would recommend her to anyone!
October 28, 2025
Very easy to talk to, but also solution oriented. I understand that finding a therapist is trial and error, but after trying a bunch of different therapists and never had one fit me this well. In three years, I’ve never been able to be so comfortable speaking to someone and she has truly allowed me to open up, grow, help me come to terms with things in myself, and helped me come up with solutions to better myself.