Therapists in Monona, WI

I firmly believe in the possibility and power of personal change. And having a little support or guidance along the way!  Therapy can be as simple as having an hour to talk about you with a good listener.  It can also mean digging deep into family issues, attachment patterns, and current interpersonal relationships.  Perhaps you want to learn strategies for reducing anxiety.  Or discover why that co-worker brings out so much stress and what to do about it… I first like to learn about your goals - what are you hiring me for?  Then we’ll develop a plan to work together toward them.

i'm committed to empowering men and couples by teaching the skills, methods, and perspectives necessary for living a more balanced, connected, and fulfilling life. i am dedicated to providing personalized guidance as you navigate the highs and lows of your life and relationships.  my approach is non-judgmental and collaborative, empowering you to actively participate in the process and take ownership of yourself and relationship dynamics.

Sacred Psychotherapy is the name of my practice. The therapy I offer blends my fifty years of both psychological and spiritual training. Psychologically, we each have a unique personality. As infants, the thing we need most, besides sustenance, is love. If we receive loving input, we can learn to love ourselves. If we are treated harshly, we can learn to dislike ourselves. Spiritually, we each also have a unique soul. My therapy with you can address questions like: What is the meaning of my life? and How do I rise rather than fall when things get hard? I see psychotherapy as a joint journey of the two of us.

I provide confidential, easily accessible, quality, Online Therapy (video chat) to individuals, couples, and clinicians from the comfort of your home and I want you to be WELL. I truly believe that wellness won’t happen by accident. Wellness is a state of being healthy in your mind, body, and spirit and is a result of deliberate effort. Because of that I offer deliberate structured, thought provoking, mental health booster sessions and traditional therapy working towards goals you decide, since you are the expert on your life! I implement mindfulness, humor and genuine care and attention to whatever issue you are trying to overcome.

Are you struggling in ways you don't feel equipped to handle? Anxiety, depression, academic issues, or changes in your eating or sleeping habits? It's okay! You aren't supposed to have all the answers. Getting professional support now can give you a lifetime of better mental health by teaching you the skills you need to succeed in an environment that feels safe and supportive.

I see psychotherapy as a collaborative and exploratory process, in which your specific goals, needs, and wishes will determine the focus of our work and I will help you navigate through the impasses, challenges, and complexity that inevitably confront us as human beings. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to addressing mental health or for righting the ‘ship – our relationship to self and others in our life. That is why I tailor treatment to address the deeply personal concerns you are contending with. I have experience in psychodynamic, relational, CBT, and ACT. Oftentimes, a combination or integration of approaches works best.

You feel burdened, like you’re carrying a refrigerator on your back through a land mine- almost anything or anyone could set you off. You hoped Life would be more peaceful, but as time goes on, your anxiety remains deep. Stress plants itself in your bones and reverberates through your whole body. It’s the same, no matter what you try. The voice of failure reverberates in your head. “You won’t make it, so why even try?” It all feels so hopeless.

Therapy can be a place to find support, hope, and practical skills. I use a sense of humor and empathy in sessions to help build a positive and therapeutic relationship. I believe that we all need someone to talk with who will really listen in a nonjudgmental and supportive way. Working together, I will provide tools to help reduce feelings of anxiety or depression, increase self esteem, or help get through challenging life events.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety or struggling with depression? Maybe you're facing relationship challenges or navigating a difficult life transition. You want to understand yourself better, develop practical strategies to cope, and build stronger, more meaningful connections. Your goal is to find balance, resilience, and a sense of well-being. You’re seeking a safe, supportive space where you can explore your feelings and work collaboratively towards personal growth and lasting change. I'm here to help you on this journey.

Are you struggling with prioritizing yourself without feeling guilty? Do you put yourself last on you feel like you are constantly prioritizing the needs of others over your own? You don’t recognize the women you see in the mirror and you wonder how this has happened. Have you lost sight of your goals, desires and personality? Your mood frequently fluctuates and you just can’t seem to keep it stable? You’ve read self help books, watched Tiktoks and talked to your friends yet you haven’t been able to shake the feelings you have. Relationships with peers, family and partners are overwhelming and at times you just want to run away.

Ted Izydor specializes in addiction and mental health counseling. His unique counseling approach blends his extensive education with his 25 years of experience as a licensed mental health and addiction counselor. His coaching/counseling sessions strive to provide a safe, supportive and confidential environment so that people can be themselves and achieve the success they so deserve in their lives. Ted has an easy going and relaxed approach and views everyone as having unique strengths and a success mechanism within.

My availability is evenings and weekends. Individuals who work Monday through Friday, and need help at a time that can be hard to find someone to connect with are a great fit for me. Those who need help coping with changes in careers, and relationships, and managing anxiety and/or depression should reach out. Together we can find the path to improve your relationship with yourself and others. I provide realistic hope-infused counseling to help create steps with an individual to reach their goals.

At Marriage and Family Focus we strive to provide the best therapeutic experience we can. Our therapists offer well-rounded and open-minded therapeutic approaches that are modeled to help best suit your personal needs. Please visit our website: marriageandfamilyfocus.com to learn more about us and what we can offer you!

I truly believe that the most positive outcomes in therapy happen when the therapeutic relationship is a good fit. With this core value in mind, I work with you to help you feel safe, understood, and supported, throughout our time together. I provide a calming environment where you can take time out of your busy week and focus on yourself and your unique goals. I work collaboratively with you to create positive change within yourself and your relationships. My goal is to help you improve your life and happiness, lower stress and negative feelings, and identify negative patterns or behaviors that are no longer serving you.

* You can be happy * loving and effective counseling for individuals (adults, youth & children), couples (pre-marital, new parent couples, partnership, marriage, divorce, separation and co-parenting) and families (house calls available). Call to set up a free phone consultation to see if we are a match to help you and/ or your loved ones on a healing path. Fear is the greatest obstacle to healing: fear of pain, fear of being alone, fear of the truth, fear of the mess change would require. The antidote to fear is courage.