Joyce Marter
Joyce Marter is a licensed psychotherapist with 25 years of experience and entrepreneur who founded and successfully sold Urban Balance, a national outpatient mental health company in the U.S. Marter is an adjunct professor at Northwestern University, an international speaker, blogger for Psychology Today, and a mental health thought leader specializing in mindfulness, career, and the psychology of money. Joyce Marter is routinely consulted as a mental health expert in the media, featured in such outlets as U.S. News & World Report, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, and MTV. Her book, The Financial Mindset Fix: A Mental Fitness Program for an Abundant Life, was published by Sounds True in July of 2021 and has been featured in Business Insider, MoneyGeek, US Weekly, Thrive Global, Forbes, and more. Joyce inspires and empowers audiences by promoting mental health awareness, teaching mental health first aid for supervisors and leaders, and providing practical tools and strategies to cultivate positive mental health and resilience in their employees and teams.
Most Requested Programs
Mental Health Awareness: Promoting Well-being in Yourselves & Your Families
In this informative and engaging webinar event, renowned psychotherapist Joyce Marter will share her passion about removing the shame and stigma from mental health. She will help you understand more about mental health and why this is so important for you and your loved ones, especially now. You'll learn about the mental health concerns that have been normal responses to the stressors of the current times, as well as the signs and symptoms of common mental health issues so you can identify them in yourself and/or loved ones. You'll learn how to respond to mental health concerns with empathy and compassion for self and others. You'll receive information about the different types of mental health resources that are available to individuals, couples and families and about how to find the right provider for you or your loved one. You'll walk away inspired to have honest conversations about mental health and equipped with the practical steps and resources to be the loving bridge to the care we each may benefit from at various points in our lives.
How to Promote Positive Mental Health & Resilience
In this engaging and dynamic workshop, you'll be refreshed and empowered with practical tools and strategies to promote mental wellbeing, stress-management, and emotional and relational resilience. You'll participate in a relaxing and healing guided meditation and participate in interactive exercises to help your practice better self-care and access real support. Innovative tools, exercises, and resources will be shared for your ongoing wellness.
Mental Health Awareness in the Workplace
Mental Health First Aid for Leaders & Supervisors
Promoting Positive Mental Health & Resilience During Challenging Times
Mindfulness in the Workplace
Mental Wealth: How to Leverage Psychology to Improve Financial Health
Testimonials
“Joyce was truly a joy to work with. She was so kind, warm, and responsive to our questions and requests. She was also very generous with us and with our event attendees in sharing her materials and knowledge. She even gave our professional trainers permission to utilize her wheel exercises in the trainings we offer to the community. We got strong positive feedback from attendees about the event and it really felt like many people walked away feeling empowered to make a change in their workplace.” - Audrey Mumma, Mission Advancement Manager of Mental Health America
“I first met Joyce when she came to my organization to present over various topics, from how to handle difficult situations, to mental health awareness, to the psychology of success. I found her presentations to be very honest and relatable. Because of her genuine style when speaking, I have recommended Joyce to at least two organizations I volunteer for. You can't go wrong with Joyce!” - Paulina Martinez, Government Planner, The Legacy Project
"Joyce was the keynote speaker at the Illinois Counseling Association's Annual 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
“On behalf of all of us, thank you for spending the morning with our associates. You provided tips for holistic mental wellness while balancing subject matter expertise with vulnerability, likeability and just the right amount of energy. Your presentation was brilliant, and we appreciated every minute. Sincere thanks. It was a pleasure.” Jen Sheaks, Training Curriculum Designer/ Facilitator, Kemba Financial Credit Union 5) “Thank you so much for your inspiring and engaging presentation today. I’ve heard many positive comments so we appreciate your agility as we worked through our technical issues as well as your engaging personality and knowledge.” - Kevin Reiser, HR Compensation Advisor, Aera Electric