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Dr. Margaret Lamar is an Associate Professor and Associate Department Chair of the PhD Program in Counselor Education and Supervision at Palo Alto University. She is a board-certified, licensed professional counselor with extensive experience in university and clinical mental health counseling. Her role includes leadership in doctoral education and researcher development.
Education:
- PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision, University of Northern Colorado (2013)
- M.Ed. in Counseling, University of North Texas (2009)
- B.F.A. in Music/Theater, University of North Texas (2003)
Dr. Lamar's research focuses on maternal and parental mental health, substance use during the COVID-19 pandemic, research education, ethics, professional identity, and career development in counseling. She explores how intensive parenting impacts working mothers and how researcher identity develops in doctoral students. Her work bridges clinical practice and academic training.
Her recent publications highlight trends in family mental health during global crises, ethical issues in online education, and strategies for enhancing research training environments. The research spans psychology, counseling, gender studies, and public health, with a strong emphasis on qualitative and phenomenological methods.
Professional Leadership:
- Current Past-President, Western Association for Counselor Education and Supervision
She has contributed to major counseling journals and has been featured in professional media such as Counseling Today and The Thoughtful Counselor. Dr. Lamar is actively involved in mentoring future counselor educators and improving research training practices. She maintains a professional presence on ResearchGate and continues to publish in high-impact counseling and psychology journals.
Research and Affiliations:
- Affiliated with Palo Alto University's Counselor Education and Supervision program
- Active researcher in maternal mental health and counselor development
- Engaged in national professional organizations
