Madison Bentley, LPC
Experienced Georgia LPC for trauma and life transitions
- Trauma and grief support
- Anxiety and depression care
- Client-centered therapy
About Madison Bentley
Madison Bentley is a licensed professional counselor in Georgia with more than two decades of experience helping people navigate complex emotional and life challenges. He holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor, and brings a steady, compassionate presence to clients facing depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and a range of relationship and identity concerns.
Madison offers affirming care for LGBTQ individuals and older adults while also working with people coping with workplace stress, family and parenting issues, addiction, and major life transitions. He emphasizes understanding each person’s unique story and helps clients address isolation, rebuild self-esteem, improve communication, and reconnect with purpose.
Grounded in a collaborative, person-centered framework, Madison blends practical strategies with deeper exploration to foster resilience and lasting change. He works with clients to identify strengths, set achievable goals, and develop tools for emotional well-being, drawing on therapies that match individual needs and life circumstances.
Madison offers affirming care for LGBTQ individuals and older adults while also working with people coping with workplace stress, family and parenting issues, addiction, and major life transitions. He emphasizes understanding each person’s unique story and helps clients address isolation, rebuild self-esteem, improve communication, and reconnect with purpose.
Grounded in a collaborative, person-centered framework, Madison blends practical strategies with deeper exploration to foster resilience and lasting change. He works with clients to identify strengths, set achievable goals, and develop tools for emotional well-being, drawing on therapies that match individual needs and life circumstances.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Madison Bentley have?
Madison Bentley has 21 years of experience.
Is Madison Bentley a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: GA LPC LPC005710.
In which languages does Madison Bentley provide therapy?
Madison Bentley provides therapy in English.
Where is Madison Bentley located?
Madison Bentley is located in Georgia.
How can I work with Madison Bentley as my therapist?
You can work with Madison Bentley through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Madison Bentley work with international clients?
Madison Bentley does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Madison Bentley cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Remote Care
Madison commonly draws on Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and EMDR in his work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the client’s perspectives and strengths guide the work and supports growth through empathy and collaboration. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, making it useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, is an approach used to process traumatic memories and reduce their emotional impact, often supporting recovery from past abuse or intense distress.
Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process, and Madison collaborates with each person to determine which methods best align with their goals, preferences, and life situation. He tailors sessions so therapy feels practical and personally meaningful.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access consistent support during transitions, manage ongoing symptoms between sessions, and maintain continuity of care when in-person visits are difficult, while allowing licensed professionals to work closely with clients toward their goals.