Joyce Marter 
“A bundle of joy can bring all kinds of misery, but American parents-to-be are heading it off at the pass… In Chicago, at a five-centre pscyhotherapy practice called Urban Balance, therapists take up to 75 couples through a US$500, six-session programme, or US$300 workshop, each year. ‘We prepare them for how it’s going to impact … Read more
“After a cold, snowy winter and a soaked spring, Chicagoans naturally want to enjoy the summer sun and warmth. Ask any professional trying to get some work done. Weekends bookended with ghost-town offices, overreliance on mobile technology, last-minute vacation days and colleagues sneaking out to afternoon Cubs games add up to summer work frustrations. With … Read more
“When the whole world is becoming more socially connected, it seems heretical, if not plain dumb, to pull back. Yet some people are seeking a break from endless evenings of networking and the incessant social patter of Facebook and Twitter. Indeed, pulling back socially has pros and cons, says Joyce Marter, a licensed clinical counselor … Read more
“One in three American employees are chronically overworked, and 54 percent felt overwhelmed by how much they’re expected to complete, according to a 2005 study by the Families and Work Institute. That’s not only bad for productivity, but studies also have shown that too much stress lowers people’s immune systems and can lead to high blood … Read more
“Men get a reputation for being baby-averse, but they may be more eager to have kids than you realize. In fact, childless men feel more depressed, sad, angry, and jealous of friends with kids than their female counterparts, according to a new survey conducted by Keele University in the UK. The surveyors asked 108 childless adults (27 … Read more
“I knew having a baby would change my day-to-day. But I didn’t know it would rock my relationship too. After our son was born, my husband, Aaron, suddenly had opinions about everything — and most of them differed from mine. The first year of Eric’s life was the worst of our marriage. And we’re not … Read more
UB owner and therapist, Joyce Marter tells Living Healthy Chicago why taking risks and testing your limits can be empowering. “Is there something extreme that you’ve always wanted to do but you keep putting off? A Bolingbrook man reminds us that there truly are no excuses. John Mohler was healthy and athletic as a teenager … Read more
“Sweaty palms. Shaky voice. Blank mind. These symptoms of nervousness can seriously sabotage a job interview, no matter how prepared and qualified you are. To quell these natural responses and help you muster more confidence in anxious situations, consider these quick confidence hacks to help you perform better right before your next job interview — no energy drinks or … Read more
UB owner, Joyce Marter opens up in a recent Therapists Spill segment of PsychCentral about why decorating her home for the holidays is her favorite holiday tradition. “Traditions are the foundations of the holidays. They cultivate bonds between families and friends. They make great memories. And, even if they’re ridiculous, they make for great stories … Read more
“It is completely normal to be nervous or anxious before attending a therapy session, especially your first one. Many people do not know quite what to expect from their first session and feel some ambivalence or apprehension about beginning the process of counseling. For some, the feelings of anxiety last beyond the first session and may occur before … 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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