This article was published on Joyce’s PsychCentral blog, The Psychology of Success. Whether you lost a loved one to sickness, tragedy , divorce or even a significant break-up, loss is a trauma. Losses can create identity challenges, lifestyle changes, financial problems and even have social implications. After 20 years of counseling clients through grief as well as … Read more
This article was published on Joyce’s PsychCentral blog, The Psychology of Success. As a therapist who has counseled parents for 20 years and as a mother of two daughters (ages 14 and 11), I understand that parenthood is a rollercoaster of highs and lows with many opportunities for learning. A friend with older teens recently … Read more
According to the Washington Post, Facebook is cited in more than one-third of all divorce cases! The number-one reason why Facebook was at fault in these cases was due to “inappropriate messages to members of the opposite sex.” Social media has added fuel to the fire of infidelity because it makes it easier and more accessible to … Read more
So proud that my counseling practice, Urban Balance, is growing beyond Chicago. We have just opened our first St. Louis therapist office, our 8th overall. Please refer any of your St. Louis friends and family. The same Urban Balance insurance-friendly professional counseling services are available at this beautiful new office space.
Joyce Marter wrote a blog for Athleisure magazine on self-love. Below is an excerpt from the blog: “Imagine how you treat yourself on a daily basis as if you were another person, in a relationship with you. Are you good to yourself? Is your mind kind to your body and soul?” You can read the full … Read more
“Unhappiness can occur when people are not living their lives in a way that is congruent with their authentic selves. This is what I have learned after providing psychotherapy to a diverse clientele for over 20 years. Also, I’ve noticed many people get stuck on the proverbial ‘hamster wheel’ of life–an endless cycle of work … Read more
“Over the past 20 years of working as a psychotherapist, I have been awed and inspired by the fierce courage of my clients. I’ve been honored to accompany them on their journeys as they have tapped into their power and emancipated themselves from abusive and toxic relationships, oppressive religious and cultural practices, exploitative or meaningless … Read more
“Electric shivers of euphoria ripple throughout her naked body. The summer breeze encircles the lovers, intensifying the deeply arousing sensation of the wetness on her nipples from his passionate kisses. She gazes into his yearning eyes, effortlessly accessing the opening to his soul and harnessing the power of their profound connection. The rhythm of their … Read more
“Through my personal experiences of love and loss, and through 20 years of counseling countless clients through theirs, I have learned the following truths: 1) Life is truly a gift. We’re probably all guilty at times of viewing time as an obstacle we need to hunker down and get through (e.g., “Isn’t it the end … Read more
“1) I understand that my issues are HOW I am, not WHO I am. 2) I am the whole, unique spirit of LIGHT and LOVE that shines from deep within. 3) I accept all choices I’ve made as the best decisions I could have made with the knowledge and information I had at the time.” … 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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