“Did you know? 77% of employers report an increase in workforce mental health needs,” says Business Group on Health’s 2024 Health Care Strategy Survey.
Acclaimed Mental Health Speaker in Detroit, MI (Travels from Florida)
Nowadays, mental health and mental wellbeing are being taken more seriously than ever. Research continuously indicates that how we feel has a direct impact on not only our actions, but also how we work, making mental wellness a vital topic in the workplace.
Savvy companies are realizing the benefits of placing focus on employeesā mental health and providing resources to aid them in the pursuit of mental wellness and feeling their best in mind and body. This focus can have a direct impact on a companyās bottom line and make employees more productive overall.
According to the World Health Organization, “Depression and anxiety cost the global economy $1 trillion each year, predominantly from reduced productivity.”

Renowned Mental Health Speaker in Detroit, MI for your company
As a highly experienced mental health speaker in Detroit MI, Joyce Marter is well-versed in providing keynote speeches and training around mental health in the workplace. She has worked with Fortune 500 companies along with companies of all sizes and industries to maximize its employeesā understanding of mental health and how to achieve optimum mental wellness.
Joyceās career has been centered on destigmatizing mental illness and providing training and resources around mental health and even addiction. As a mental health speaker in Detroit MI, she can help your company gain access to tools that matter ā and have a positive impact on your staff both personally and professionally.
Startling statistics on mental health
- 1 in 25 U.S. adults experiences a serious mental illness
- 1 in 5 U.S. adults experiences mental illness of some kind
- 17 percent of youth experience a mental health disorder
- 19 percent of U.S. adults who have a mental health issue also have an issue with substance abuse
- 1 in 8 visits to U.S. ERs are for mental health and substance use
Feelings that may come up for your employees about their workplace include:
- Fear of losing their job
- Fear of more
- Feelings of inadequacy
- Frustration
- Irritability and Defensiveness
- Overwhelm with uncertainty and change
- Resistance to change
- Stress, Depression, and Anxiety
- Worsened mental health or substance misuse
- Conflict between leadership/staff

Book Joyce Marter or Jason Marotzke for Your Next Mental Health Speaking Event
With mental health challenges on the rise, now is the time to schedule an experienced mental health speaker to help you support your employees in a changing world and work environment. You can hire Joyce Marter and Jason Marotzke together or individually for your next speaking event.
General Presentation Information:
- All presentations can be conducted virtually or in person.
- Presentations can be altered to fit the specific needs of your audience, including combining 2-3 presentations.
- Presentations are flexible and can be adapted from one hour to six hours, depending on your needs.
- All presentations include a unique, dedicated landing page with downloadable copies of the slides, handouts, articles, and resources so attendees leave with a toolbox of new knowledge and skills.
- Hybrid presentations and recordings are welcome.


Workplace training and mental health speaker in Detroit (Travels from Florida)
When you choose Joyce Marter as your workplace mental health speaker in Detroit, you are choosing compassion, skill and experience. Joyceās education and professional accolades include being a licensed psychotherapist, author, speaker, trainer, womenās event speaker, licensed clinical professional counselor and behavioral healthcare entrepreneur.
Her work has spanned across the globe with an audience of over 1 billion. She works diligently to customize each training to your specific workplace needs. Topics may include:
- Increasing workplace productivity
- Understanding your own mental wellness
- Identifying mental health and addiction issues among self and coworkers
- Tools and resources to put in place immediately
- Tips for better camaraderie in the workplace
- Learning how to reach out to someone in need of help
- Improving communication in the organization
- Overall company mental health and productivity
As a mental health speaker in Detroit, Joyce understands how to present these topics in a sensitive and compelling manner that offers the support that can not only enhance lives ā but save them.
Mental health by the numbers
Did you know that 70 percent of the American workforce population suffers with some type of depression? Startling but true. Further, 1 in 5 Americans suffers with a mental illness. This can not only cause people to suffer in their personal lives, but also professionally. In fact, it can cause workplace productivity to plummet.
Joyce is an expert in helping men and women deal with and overcome challenges on both a personal and professional level. Her seminars are engaging and interactive and offer a deep dive into mental health awareness. Sometimes, people may not even realize they could benefit from mental health tools until taking part in her training, which is why itās so important to consider a mental health speaker near Detroit.
Help your employeesā¦and yourself
Following her trainings, Joyceās clients have realized better employee communication, increased morale, increased productivity, fewer sick days being used, less turnover and even a positive impact on healthcare costs and liability as it relates to mental health and addiction. As a mental health speaker in Detroit, across the country and internationally, Joyceās expertise is unmatched.
Mental health speaker Detroit, Joyce Marter.
Experience. Compassion. Results.
Joyce Marter’s Signature Keynote Presentations
Mental health speakers tailor their presentations to diverse audiences through targeted messaging, cultural sensitivity, and personal anecdotes. They use interactive exercises and visual aids to engage their audience while integrating research and building empathy. Nuanced language is used to address the stigma surrounding mental health issues. By considering the unique needs of each group, speakers can create a safe and supportive environment for their audience members. Through their presentations, mental health speakers aim to empower individuals with the tools they need to take control of their mental health and seek help when needed.
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Jason Marotzke Presentations and Topics
Jason Marotzke is a seasoned presenter for children, teens and adults on a variety of topics related to communication, leadership, and wellness. Jason uses humor, language, and examples that are appropriate for this age group, which increases audience engagement and results. He is highly skilled at facilitating discussion and promoting psychological safety for important discussions and learning to take place, especially around topics that are often sensitive or charged.

Jason Marotzke’s Signature Keynote Presentations
Why Choose Detroit, MI’s Own Joyce Marter as a Mental Health Speaker for Your Business or Organization?
It takes a special kind of person to be a mental health speaker who possesses empathy, compassion, and an unwavering commitment to helping others. These individuals have undergone extensive training and have developed unique qualifications that allow them to connect with their audiences deeply. While speaking engagements may not always provide financial stability, these inspiring individuals are motivated by something far more valuable: the knowledge that they are making a difference in peopleās lives. Virginia Woolf once said, āYou cannot find peace by avoiding life.ā Mental health speakers embrace life wholeheartedly and inspire others to do the same.
You can inquire about Joyce or Jason’s speaking services through the form below.
Testimonials
“Joyce Marterās business, Urban Balance, was one of the platform acquisitions to form Refresh Mental Health, a collection of top clinical mental health practices across the country. Joyce is a local, regional and national leader in the field of outpatient mental health counseling and has been a leader for Refresh from day one. Iām honored to call Joyce not only part of our Refresh management team, but also a life-long friend.”
Steve Gold, JD, MPH, MBE
CEO of Refresh Mental Health
“Employee mental health is a top concern for todayās C-Suite executives, particularly with an increase in distributed workforces. Joyce spoke to our CEO, CFO and CHRO communities to share pragmatic advice to help remote employees overcome the most common obstacles that impair productivity and help them implement strategies to cultivate positive morale, engagement, and wellness in an online work environment. She is an excellent presenter, and our audience gave her high marks for her enthusiasm and practical insights.”
Jamie Tassa
Vice President, Chief Executive Group
“Joyce delivered a three-part series to our audience of more than 200 Chief Financial Officers. It was one of the most popular sessions we have offered in our 16-year history, with several members indicating that it was among the most important programs they have ever attendedā¦.The CFO Leadership Council hosts almost 300 events per year, and Joyce ranks among the very best speakers we have had.”
Jack McCullough
CFO Leadership Council
“āMental health and financial wealth are two topics that our community of architects struggle with every day… most often in silence. Joyceās open, honest and friendly presentation brought permission to discuss and a solution to engage everyone in the room. A much-needed message at a time we need it most.ā”
Mark R. LePage, AIA, NCARB
Founder, EntreArchitect
āThank you for taking the time to share your expertise with us this week. Your insights were incredibly valuable and your presentation truly resonated with all of us. We are genuinely appreciative of the knowledge and experiences you shared, and I’m confident that many of the concepts you introduced will positively impact our daily work lives. We look forward tocollaborating with you in thefuture.ā
LaTasha Sykes
Director of Finance
Hotel Intercontinental Chicago
āJoyceās presentation for our board retreat was extremely impactful and meaningful. Our audience felt such a connection with her as she brought a comfort level to a topic that is very sensitive. Her information was invaluable to our audience.ā
Stacy Baker
Aires, A Global Relocation Company
āEven though Joyce has built a multi-million dollar company when she speaks on stage, she injects humor and authenticity – so she becomes relatable to all audiences. Joyce uses her mental health and business background to inspire audiences to find more success, fulfillment, and balance in their lives. She commands the room with authority, yet makes each person feel like they know her. Her presentations are full of heart and are incredibly inclusive. Sheās perfect for large and small audiences. Book her!ā
Kathryn Janicek
Three-time Emmy Winning Producer
āJoyce was the keynote speaker at the Illinois Counseling Associationās Annual Southern Conference in March of 2019. We were so grateful to have her speaking on āThe Keys to Success in the Counseling Profession.ā She came in very prepared, had a very professional set-up with her inspiring signage and quality visual presentation, and was a high-energy, engaging speaker. She set the tone for the entire conference, putting everyone into high spirits and truly helped them to think about their journeys and ways to move forward and improve despite challenges. Our attendees raved about her wheels of self-care, support, and professional satisfaction – both for themselves and their clients. Thank you, Joyce, for your professionalism, relatability, and overall fantastic presentation!ā
Rachel Gorsuch
Illinois Counseling Association Division Coordinator
āJoyce Marter has delivered outstanding educational presentations for the Illinois Mental Health Counselors Association. The feedback we received from attendees of her presentations was that she conveyed practical business advice from a personal perspective in an easy going, down-to-earth way, and that she is a very skilled presenter with an excellent style of capturing and holding her audienceās attention.ā
Dan Stasi
Executive Director, Illinois Counseling Association
āI heard Joyce Marter speak last week at the American Counseling Association Leadership Training. She was authentic & vulnerable (the things we read about & strive to achieve) and was an excellent storyteller, full of wisdom. One thing that stood out was after years of practice, she still seems ever mindful of why she does what she does: the clients and the potential counselors have to impact for healing and good.ā