About Me

Bosede Christiana Oyelakin (M.Ed, Guidance and Counselling) is an award-winning Mental Health Therapist, Child and Adolescent Counsellor, and the Founder/Executive Clinical Director of My Unburden Hub. Her passion lies in helping individuals heal from abuse, identity crises, and mental health challenges so they can lead resilient and fulfilling lives. With over 13 years of experience, 10 of those years in the helping profession, Bosede has consistently made an impact through her work. She served for 6 years as a school counsellor across various schools, offering support to students, parents, and teachers. In the past 4 years, her desire to reach more people led her into full-time private practice as a Mental Health Therapist. Bosede is a certified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and Dialectical Behaviour Therapist. She is also an Associate Member and Licensed Professional Counsellor under the Association for Counsellors, Matchmaking and Psychotherapy of Nigeria (ACMPN). In addition, she is a Professional Member of the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) and the National Association of Cognitive-Behavioural Therapists (NACBT), USA. She is the author of Shattered Mirrors, a powerful and moving Novel that explores Body Dysmorphic Disorder, emotional pain and healing, and Adventures in Happy Minds, a creative and insightful mental wellness guide/resource for children. Through her writing, she continues to educate and inspire diverse audiences on the importance of emotional well-being. Bosede’s impactful work has earned her multiple prestigious recognitions, including:- Exponential Millennial of the Year 2023 by the Iconic Brand Awards- Humanitarian Award 2023 by the Happy Women Rural Initiative, Mental Health Champion 2024 by the Canadian Institute for Public Safety Research and Treatment