Madina Alam, LMHC

Licensed Therapist • Mental Health Speaker • Founder of “Say how you feel, it’s sexy.”

Madina Alam is a licensed mental health therapist, speaker, and mental health advocate known for creating bold, stigma-free conversations about mental health through community events, education, and media appearances.

Media Inquiries: madina.L.alam@gmail.com
Location: Charlotte, North Carolina

Press Bio (Short)

Madina Alam is a licensed mental health therapist based in Charlotte, North Carolina, specializing in anxiety disorders and evidence-based treatment, including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). She is the founder of Say how you feel, it’s sexy, a community-driven platform focused on breaking mental health stigma through live events, education, and public dialogue. Madina gained national visibility as a contestant on The Bachelor, where she used the platform to amplify conversations around vulnerability, emotional honesty, and mental health awareness. She is recognized for making mental health conversations accessible, relatable, and empowering for diverse audiences.

🎙️ Podcasts

  • Frequency with Rick Jordan — How Vulnerability Drives Connection (Sept 10, 2024) — mental health, vulnerability, and connection.

  • The OCD Stories — Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP) (Jul 7, 2024) — clinical insights including The Bachelor experience.

  • Reality Steve Podcast — Interview with Madina Alam from The Bachelor (May 1, 2025) — behind-the-scenes discussion of her Bachelor journey.

  • Bachelor Happy Hour — Exclusive: Madina Alam & Aaron Bryant Found Love! (Post-season) — relationship and mental health discussion.

  • Bachelor Happy Hour — Post-Reunion Reflections on My Season — insights on vulnerability, lessons learned, and mental health awareness.

  • All The Hard Things — Perfectionism and Decision Making with Madina Alam (Sept 19, 2022) — practical strategies for anxiety & perfectionism.

  • A Word To The Wise — How To Face Anxiety & OCD Fearlessly (Sep 26, 2022) — anxiety and OCD insights.

  • Close the Chapter Podcast — Helpful Strategies to Work Through OCD & Anxiety (Aug 31, 2022) — coping strategies for anxiety/OCD.

  • Mitchell Report Unleashed — Ask An Expert: About Mental Health (2024) — mental health conversation including fear and stress management.

  • Podcast with Dr. Sylvia — Discussion on anxiety, mental health strategies, and vulnerability (Date TBD).

📺 Television / Reality TV

  • Contestant on The Bachelor (ABC), Season 28 (2024) — national appearance elevating mental health awareness.

Bachelor-related interviews

  • Reality TV interviews and coverage reflecting her experiences, vulnerability, and perspective on the show (2024).

Local News Appearances

  • WBTV — QC@3: Encouraging & Celebrating Vulnerability with Madina Alam (Oct 9, 2024)

  • WCNC Charlotte Today: How to Find a Therapist & Manage Anxiety (Mar 20, 2024)

  • WBTV – On Your Side Health: Charlotte Mother Becomes Advocate for Mental Health & Suicide Prevention(Sept 29, 2025)

  • WBTV QC Life / Coffee & Conversations: Charlotte Therapist Speaks About Safely Seeking Mental Health Advice (Jul 8, 2025)

  • Fox 24— News Now: It’s Open Mic in Charleston in the name of Mental Health (January 1, 2026)

  • WCSC — Palmetto Life: “Bachelor” Alum hosting Mental Health Tour (January 6, 2026)

👗 Fashion

  • Walked in New York Fashion Week featuring Say How You Feel, It’s Sexy line — blending fashion and mental health advocacy.

📰 News & Articles

  • Axios Charlotte — Charlotte mental health therapist among contestants for “The Bachelor” Season 28 (Dec 2023)

  • BachelorNation.com: “Aaron Bryant & Madina Alam Hard‑Launch Their Relationship” — relationship feature (Oct 31, 2025)

  • BachelorNation.com: “Exclusive: Aaron Bryant & Madina Alam Reveal Plans for First Holiday Season Together” — holiday interview (Dec 9, 2025)

  • Thelocallifemag.com: “Say how you feel.” — interview on nationwide mental health open mic tour (Jan 25, 2026)

Media Highlights & Appearances