Joyce Marter, LCPC, CSP and Jason Marotzke, M.Ed. Experienced Mental Health Speakers for Your Workplace
“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.
Give Your Employees the Tools They Need To Navigate Rapid Changes in the Workplace
Employees are overwhelmed by chronic transition and uncertainty and under-equipped to successfully manage the demands of life and work. Mental health concerns used to be a private and personal matter, and many of us suffered in silent shame.
The challenges of recent years have shed light on mental health, and workplaces have recognized they need to support the mental health of employees and cultivate a culture of psychological safety to retain their greatest asset. With hybrid and remote working models, the separation between work and home has disappeared. Mental health has moved from a private issue to a core component of the success of any business across the industry.
According to the World Health Organization, “Depression and anxiety cost the global economy $1 trillion each year, predominantly from reduced productivity.”
Emotional, social, and communication skills are not taught in our primary, secondary or higher education. The result is that employees lack the skills to succeed in the current climate. Employees need to be taught how to take care of themselves and others amid chaos.
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
Presentations & Topics:
- Mental Health, AI & Mental Health
- Burnout, Psychological Safety
- Healthy Workplace Culture
- Work-Life Harmony, Financial Wellness
- Mindfulness & EQ, Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Resilience, Leadership
- Motivational, Anti-Harassment
- Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
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.
You Can Expect:
- Psychological safety in the workplace where employees feel comfortable sharing with management any personal and professional challenges they are facing with the intention of collaborating to provide support for the employee and best outcomes for the workplace
- Greater utilization of the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and other mental health benefits or resources provided by the workplace
- Loyalty to the workplace for demonstrating care and concern about employee wellness
- Improvements in company culture include greater self-awareness, emotional intelligence, empathy, and effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
- Conscious leadership with a shared vision and sense of meaning and purpose for staff.
- A compassionate and collaborative workplace environment.
- Happier, healthier, more effective, invested, and motivated employees.
Top Mental Health Speaker for the Workplace, Joyce Marter
Expertise:
- 25+ years experience as a licensed mental health professional
- 25+ years experience as an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) trainer with extensive knowledge of HR and employee law and experience in working with hundreds of diverse workplaces across industries
- 25+ years experience as a corporate trainer and workplace wellness speaker
- 15+ years experience as a keynote speaker
- Seasoned speaker averaging 50+ presentations per year
- 4 Board Presidencies in the Counseling Profession
- Founder and CEO of Urban Balance, a multimillion-dollar mental health company Marter started in 2004 and grew to over 100 employees in six locations and three states before making a strategic sale and exit in 2017.
- Joyce is an internationally published author and is available for book sales and signings, to level-up your event
Joyce Marter’s Signature Presentations
Organizations Inspired By Joyce
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
Contact Joyce Today for Your Next International Speaking Event
You can inquire about Joyce’s speaking services through the form below.
Testimonials
“Joyce Marter’s 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. I’m 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 today’s 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 attended….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
“’Mental health and financial wealth are two topics that our community of architects struggle with every day… most often in silence. Joyce’s 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.’”
Mark R. LePage, AIA, NCARB
Founder, EntreArchitect
“Thank 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.”
LaTasha Sykes
Director of Finance
Hotel Intercontinental Chicago
“Joyce’s 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.”
Stacy Baker
Aires, A Global Relocation Company
“Even 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. She’s perfect for large and small audiences. Book her!”
Kathryn Janicek
Three-time Emmy Winning Producer
“Joyce was the keynote speaker at the Illinois Counseling Association’s Annual Southern Conference in March of 2019. We were so grateful to have her speaking on “The Keys to Success in the Counseling Profession.” 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!”
Rachel Gorsuch
Illinois Counseling Association Division Coordinator
“Joyce 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 audience’s attention.”
Dan Stasi
Executive Director, Illinois Counseling Association
“I 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.”
Candice Jackson Ashburn
Philanthropist, Speaker & Writer
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An Experienced Mental Health Speaker with Proven Results for Changing Lives
Now, more than ever, mental health is a topic at the forefront of society. One in five American adults has a mental illness, and of 1,000 full-time workers recently surveyed across the U.S., more than 30% said their mental health declined over the past year. Statistics show that this can cause a significant decrease in productivity and millions of workdays lost every year. With the pandemic accelerating the urgency around supporting employee mental health, now is the time for employers to embrace work policies and programs that emphasize employee well-being as a priority.
A healthy workplace is more productive and goal-oriented with a staff that is engaged
As a licensed psychotherapist and acclaimed national speaker passionate about destigmatizing mental illness and promoting mental health awareness, Joyce’s life’s work has been centered on helping people deal with mental health challenges in a constructive way. She prides herself on engaging in conversations surrounding mental health and offering tools to help people overcome their own personal challenges.
And as a renowned mental health practitioner, Joyce understands the unique needs of both individuals and organizations when it comes to addressing and destigmatizing mental health. Her approach is evidence-based, and her presentation fosters a conversation around mental health, while also providing resources for you and your staff.
Work with Joyce
The Problem:
In this post-pandemic era, employers are dealing with the following employee challenges:
- Burnout
- Low motivation
- Low productivity
- Work-life balance challenges
- Time management difficulties
- The Great Resignation/The Silence Resignation
- Difficulty attracting and retaining employees
According to the Center for Prevention and Health Services, untreated mental health concerns result in substantial costs for businesses—$60,000 annually for one organization and $105 billion nationwide. On a related note, according to Gallup, low morale costs American businesses up to $550 billion a year.
These financial losses for businesses stem from:
- Absenteeism
- Low productivity
- Injury/Accidents
- Healthcare costs
- Employee Turnover
The Solution:
Promote positive mental health in the workplace through Joyce’s services:
- Assessment and consultation on how to improve mental health in your workplace
- Corporate training (in-person and virtual)
- Keynote speeches
- Executive leadership consulting, training, and retreats
- Leadership coaching
- Team building
