This group is for all women who would like to feel more positively about themselves and empowered personally and professionally. The group works together on shared problems in a supportive, collaborative manner that is normalizing, validating and empowering. Participating simultaneously in group and individual therapy often expedites growth and progress.

The group addresses issues such as:
• Self-esteem/self-image
• Assertive communication
• Setting appropriate limits and boundaries
• Cultivating a rich support network
• Practicing self-care
• Thinking positively & behaving proactively
• Reaching goals & actualizing dreams at home and work

Location: 180 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois in the 18th floor Conference Room
Fee: The cost is $50 per session for six sessions. Insurance may cover a portion of the cost.
Urban Balance will check your benefits & submit claims for your reimbursement.

Joyce Brinkman Marter, LCPC

The group will be facilitated by Joyce Brinkman Marter who earned her Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Northwestern University. Joyce has extensive experience providing psychotherapy for individuals, families and groups dealing with a variety of issues related to mental health and chemical dependency. She has been in private practice as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor since 1998 and is co-founder of Urban Balance, LLC.

To enroll please contact Joyce at 312 213-9324 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
For more information on Urban Balance please visit www.urbanbalance.org