Joyce Marter 
“Michael Marier lived an enviable life in Chicago. He earned about $75,000 a year managing promotions, which often meant giving away free booze alongside models at chi-chi nightclubs. He lived in a “beautiful” 2,000-square-foot Lincoln Square apartment. He drove a Lexus. But one day last July, Marier ditched it all — the plush job, the … Read more
“Making Marriage a Success supplies the information you need to bolster your marriage, or get it back on track. Its dual purpose makes it twice as effective. First, it’s a timely collection of pearls of wisdom from dozens of the best marriage psychotherapists from across the nation. And equally important, it’s a directory of marriage … Read more
Featured in Today’s Chicago Woman by UB Owner, Joyce Marter. Are you truly ready to say “I do”? It’s natural to be nervous before vowing “’Til death do we part.” Marriage is a big commitment. For some, it can be difficult to distinguish between normal wedding jitters and serious concerns. Based on knowledge gained from … Read more
“A client once said to me, ‘I’m nervous to talk with my wife about my sexual needs, because you are the only person who knows that part of my life.’ This statement struck me as wildly paradoxical. How could I, a person with whom my client has a strictly professional relationship, know more about his sexual … Read more
“Your child has a fight with a friend. She’s in tears; you’re furious and ready to defend her. But should you? In this age of helicopter parenting, it’s hard not to step in when you see your child in a social dilemma. But that’s not always the answer. ‘In recent years, I’ve seen a trend … Read more
“Heather Huhman, Gen Y expert and founder of marketing firm Come Recommended, described the young workforce best in an interview with TNGG, when she said, ‘They want to work hard and prove their worth —fast.’ But Millennials’ notorious need for speed is a double-edged sword. On the one hand, a focus on instant gratification drives innovation and … Read more
“I recently asked a group of business owners, ‘Which is more important for success—confidence or talent?’ The consensus was confidence. You can be the most talented, knowledgeable or skilled person, but if you do not have the confidence to assert yourself, these abilities go to waste. After more than 15 years experience counseling professionals, I … Read more
“We have all had toxic relationships. They may have been with friends, family members, partners, neighbors, colleagues or bosses. These are relationships that deplete you of your energy, infuse you with negativity, bring unnecessary drama or conflict to your life, and trigger feelings of low self-esteem, insecurity, resentment, frustration or irritability. It’s important to realize … Read more
“The Beatles got it right: You can get by with a little help from your friends. Trouble is it’s tough to get their support if you don’t see them! So what to do when you haven’t had a girls’ night out in ages or your job leaves you feeling like you don’t have energy for … Read more
“Premarital counseling may be more important than your wedding dress. If you are engaged, the idea of premarital counseling may sound like a buzz kill. Who wants to talk about your issues or possibly discover new ones during such a joyous time? People usually spend far more time and money on their wedding dress than … Read more
Joyce Marter, LCPC is a renowned psychotherapist, entrepreneur, national speaker, author, and media contributor who takes great pride and pleasure in empowering others to reach their full potential. From speaking engagements to webinars to coaching and consulting and more, Joyce can guide and support you in achieving greater personal and professional prosperity.
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