- Anger management
- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness tools
About Bakahia
Dr. Bakahia Madison is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 15 years of practice. She works with adults facing a wide range of concerns, including anger, addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship strain.
She focuses on helping people understand what fuels their anger and how it shows up in daily life. Sessions center on clear, practical steps rather than abstract theory. She also supports people dealing with grief, parenting stress, career shifts, and issues tied to prejudice or multicultural challenges.
Her style combines listening with structured techniques. She uses client-centered methods to follow each person’s priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness tools are added when helpful to change thinking patterns and manage strong emotions.
Dr. Madison often uses motivational interviewing to work through readiness for change. Solution-focused strategies help set small, achievable goals and measure progress. She pays attention to how social and cultural factors shape feelings and behavior.
People who prefer practical, step-by-step work may find this approach useful. Her sessions aim to reduce the immediate disruption of anger while building skills for longer-term change. For details on session formats and scheduling, confirm current options before booking.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online work
Dr. Madison uses Client-Centered Therapy to prioritize what matters most to each person. That means sessions start with listening and reflecting on the client’s concerns before adding tools. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and change thought patterns that fuel anger and anxiety; it involves practical exercises and homework to test new ways of thinking.Mindfulness Therapy is offered as a skill set for noticing emotions and physical tension without immediate reaction. Short practices can reduce reactivity and improve sleep and focus when used regularly. These methods are used together depending on the issue - anger at home, stress at work, or coping after trauma - and the therapist and client decide what to try first.
Finding the right mix is collaborative. Dr. Madison will work with the client to set goals, try approaches, and adjust plans based on what helps. This means tracking small changes and shifting tactics if something isn’t working.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. They also let people use mindfulness exercises between meetings and bring real-life situations into session conversation without long commutes.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues are addressed?
She works with adults who struggle with losing their temper, building resentment, irritation at work, and coping with someone else’s anger.
What approach does she use in sessions?
Her approach blends client-centered listening with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused steps.
How much experience does she have?
Dr. Madison has 15 years of clinical experience working with issues such as addiction, trauma, mood disorders, and anger-related problems.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She is an Illinois LCPC, licensed to practice in Illinois and offering services from that location.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English only.
What session formats are available?
Confirm the current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are offered.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.