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Online therapist

Madeorakouma Bahomda

Support for stress, family, and life changes

Credentials
LPC
Experience
9 years
Licensed in
New Jersey
Languages
English, French
Format
Online sessions

About Madeorakouma

Madeorakouma Bahomda is a licensed professional counselor who helps people facing stress, anxiety, family tensions, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and major life changes. He speaks English and French and practices in New Jersey. He focuses on creating a calm, nonjudgmental space so clients can speak openly about what’s on their mind.

He aims to make the first steps manageable. Sessions are collaborative and paced to each person’s needs. He encourages clear goals and small, practical changes rather than quick fixes.

Background and approach

In sessions he listens closely and reflects what he hears back. That approach helps clients notice patterns and test new ways of responding. He also teaches coping skills people can use between meetings to reduce stress and manage anxiety when it arises.

His practice emphasizes respect and steady support while someone works through past hurts or current conflicts. He offers guidance on rebuilding confidence after difficult experiences and on handling transitions with more resilience. With nine years of clinical experience and the LPC credential, he combines practical techniques with attention to each person’s story.

The result is a straightforward, empathetic approach aimed at steady progress and clearer thinking.

Evidence-based approaches and online convenience

Madeorakouma uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional processing. One approach emphasizes skill building for stress and anxiety - teaching breathing, grounding, and behavior changes to reduce immediate symptoms and improve daily functioning. Another approach focuses on processing past trauma and abuse in a paced, careful way so painful memories become less disruptive over time.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. He will work with each person to identify goals, try methods that match those goals, and adjust the plan as needed. The goal is to find what helps most in real life, not to follow a fixed script.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for people with busy lives or limited local options. Video calls let sessions feel more like an in-person visit, while phone sessions provide a simpler option when video is difficult. Live chat and text-based messaging make it easier to check in between sessions or use shorter, focused support. These formats increase flexibility and make regular contact more manageable for many people.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, family conflict, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, and coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is calm and collaborative, with focused listening and practical skill-building to help people make steady changes.
How much experience does he have?
He has nine years of professional work experience in counseling and related clinical settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds the LPC credential and is licensed in New Jersey under NJ LPC 37PC00961800.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and French.
What session formats are available?
He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as session formats.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
9 years
Licensed
New Jersey
Languages
English, French

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