- Guilt and shame
- Communication skills
- Spanish and English
About Jonathan
Jonathan Morales Valadez is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Wisconsin with five years of clinical experience. He works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and concerns around self-esteem. Jonathan also focuses on communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, men’s issues, self-love, and social anxiety and phobia.
He prefers clear, practical conversations about what feels stuck. Sessions often look at patterns in relationships and thinking that keep someone feeling ashamed or guilty. He helps people name those patterns, try different ways of communicating, and practice small steps that change daily routines.
Jonathan draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address intense emotions and interpersonal problems. He uses straightforward feedback and hands-on exercises so people can try new skills between sessions. Therapy can include role plays, behavior-focused work, and discussion of how past experiences shape current feelings.
He offers therapy in English and Spanish for people located in Wisconsin. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the platform’s online options.
Jonathan aims to help people reduce the hold of shame or guilt by focusing on concrete changes. He works collaboratively to identify practical steps toward clearer communication, more manageable anxiety, and better self-regard.
How evidence-based methods translate to online sessions
Jonathan uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing behavior and thinking patterns. Behavioral approaches look at what a person does day to day and introduce small experiments to reduce avoidance and build confidence. Cognitive-style work examines unhelpful thoughts tied to guilt and shame and teaches ways to test and reframe those thoughts.He also uses interpersonal and communication-focused techniques that practice speaking and responding differently. These approaches help with relationship strain, social anxiety, and difficulties saying what matters. They emphasize repeated practice so new habits become easier outside of sessions.
Deciding on the right approach is collaborative. Jonathan will discuss goals, preferences, and the problems that feel most urgent, then recommend methods to try. He checks in regularly and adjusts strategies based on what helps most.
Session formats should be confirmed before booking since the biography does not list specific options. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Ask about session length and format on the platform when scheduling so the practical details match your routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address related to guilt and shame?
He works with people experiencing guilt and shame alongside stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma, and low self-esteem.
How does he approach feelings of shame in sessions?
He uses evidence-based techniques focused on identifying unhelpful patterns, practicing new responses, and building concrete skills to reduce shame-related avoidance.
What is his clinical background and experience?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Wisconsin and has five years of experience working with adults on emotional and interpersonal concerns.
Where is he based and licensed?
He is licensed as an LPC in Wisconsin and provides services to people located within that state.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.