Written by Joyce Marter, LCPC. “The #MeToo movement has exposed the longstanding and shocking prevalence of sexual harassment in the workplace. This sociocultural movement has lifted the veil of shame and secrecy that often accompanies abuse, and has given validation to women (and some men) who have been victims of sexual harassment that they are … Read more
Joyce Marter recently wrote an article on alcohol use amongst mothers and how to maintain a healthy relationship with alcohol.
Joyce Marter recently wrote a blog for Mental Health Resources, PLLC on Michael Phelps speaking out about his depression and getting treatment. Below is an excerpt from the blog: “Celebrities such as Phelps who speak openly about their struggles with depression and positive response to treatment, help to de-stigmatize mental health issues and provide greater … Read more
As a therapist who has been practicing for over 20 years, I have developed a healthy respect for self-fulfilling prophecy. Over and over again, I have seen that if we anticipate an outcome, it is more likely to occur that way because our thoughts precede our behaviors. As author Wayne Dyer said, “Our intention creates … Read more
Joyce Marter wrote a blog for Round Table Companies on how to recover from heartbreak. Below is an excerpt from the blog: “Romantic love is mystical and magical—permeating every aspect of mind, body and spirit until you are completely consumed. The intensity of the attraction, the depths of the desire, and the power of the passion … Read more
Joyce Marter wrote a blog for Round Table Companies on cancer, mindfulness and love. Below is an excerpt from the blog: “In my practice, I consider Love my referral source. In my personal moments of meditation and quiet, I mindfully pray to God/the Universe/the web of Love that connects us all. I ask for clients to … Read more
In her popular article, Have Smartphones Destroyed a Generation?, Jean M. Twenge refers to the “iGen”—those born between 1995 and 2012 that have been shaped by smartphones and social media. She says that while this generation might be physically safer than adolescents have ever been (because they’re “more comfortable online than out partying”), they are … Read more
By Joyce Marter, LCPC If there’s anything I have learned from more than 20 years of being a therapist, it’s that we all can benefit from therapy at different points in our lives. As part of the human condition, we each may experience issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, or relationship problems. Therapy can help … Read more
This article appears on Joyce’s blog for PsychCentral.
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