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
“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
“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
“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
“‘There is no trap so deadly as the trap you set for yourself,’ said American novelist Raymond Chandler. In other words, as another saying goes, we can be our own worst enemy. For many of us our inner critic is especially cruel. It clings to every mistake, misstep and imperfection (Which is infinite, because, well, … Read more
Joyce Marter recently wrote a blog for Huffington Post on 21 ways to let go and free yourself. Below is an excerpt from the blog: “Therapists, coaches and yoga instructors love to tell us, “Just let go!” Sounds divine, yet ambiguous… What exactly is involved in the process of letting go?” You can read the … Read more
Joyce Marter’s blog on 10 ways to evolve and be a better person was featured in Psych Central’s Best Blogs of 2013. You can read Joyce’s blog here
“Shame is inexorably tied to the question that many of us will eventually ask ourselves: ‘Are we a human doing or a human being?’ In other words, is our value and appreciation for and about ourselves determined by what we do (and how it affects others) or just by who we are? Human doers live their lives chasing the … 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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