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Busola Carrena

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TLMHC

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Cicero, IL 60804
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Cicero, IL 60804
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Hello and welcome. I’m Busola, and I’m really glad you’re here. Reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, but it’s also a powerful and courageous step. If you’re reading this, I want you to know that you don’t have to walk through life’s challenges alone. I would be honored to walk alongside you in your healing journey. I work with adults, teens, and children navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, guilt, shame, low self-esteem, and overwhelming emotions. I also support individuals who simply need a safe, nonjudgmental space to process their thoughts and experiences.
I am a Certified Christian Trauma Care Provider and Certified Trauma Support Specialist. For clients who desire it, I am comfortable integrating faith into the therapeutic process. As a Christian, my faith shapes the compassion, empathy, and hope I bring into the therapy room but I also deeply respect each client’s personal beliefs and values.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I believe healing happens when people feel seen, heard, and safe. Sometimes that means working through deep pain; other times it simply means having someone sit with you as you process life. Either way, you don’t have to do it alone. You’ve already taken a brave step by considering therapy.
Take the first step to help. Call or Busola Carrena now - (708) 294-2681

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Cicero, IL 60804

(708) 294-2681
Hello! I offer therapy on-line weekdays. I'm available as early as 5am to around 2pm. I can also make evenings work; pls email me with time.
$80 Per Session  
I see individuals and families  
Let's Connect (708) 294-2681
Photo of Busola Carrena, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TLMHC

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Cicero, IL 60804

(708) 294-2681
Hello! I offer therapy on-line weekdays. I'm available as early as 5am to around 2pm. I can also make evenings work; pls email me with time.
$80 Per Session  
I see individuals and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $80

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Paypal, Venmo, Wire
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I am not in network with any insurance. My preferred method of payment is PayPal, Venmo or Bank transfer.
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Busola Carrena
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TLMHC
or call with questions - (708) 294-2681
"
I am not in network with any insurance. My preferred method of payment is PayPal, Venmo or Bank transfer.
Photo of Busola Carrena, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TLMHC
Busola Carrena
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TLMHC
or call with questions - (708) 294-2681

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 178.018783 Busola Carrena
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 5 years
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) / 16123 / 2024
  • Certificate from Christian Traume Healing Network Certified Christian Trauma Care Provider / 2024
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I started practicing in 2021 and I have worked with various clients in their healing journey including adults, teens, children and Jail clients, I am licensed in Illinois and Iowa USA. I am also licensed in Ontario, Canada. I have also practiced in Nigeria.
Photo of Busola Carrena, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TLMHC
Busola Carrena
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TLMHC
or call with questions - (708) 294-2681
"
I started practicing in 2021 and I have worked with various clients in their healing journey including adults, teens, children and Jail clients, I am licensed in Illinois and Iowa USA. I am also licensed in Ontario, Canada. I have also practiced in Nigeria.
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Busola Carrena
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TLMHC
or call with questions - (708) 294-2681

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Career Counseling
  • Coping Skills
  • Life Transitions
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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Busola Carrena
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TLMHC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (708) 294-2681
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Busola Carrena
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TLMHC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (708) 294-2681

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Christian Counseling
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Busola Carrena
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TLMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (708) 294-2681
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Busola Carrena
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TLMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (708) 294-2681

Location

Primary Location

Cicero, IL 60804

(708) 294-2681
"
Hello! I offer therapy on-line weekdays. I'm available as early as 5am to around 2pm. I can also make evenings work; pls email me with time.
Photo of Busola Carrena, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TLMHC
Busola Carrena
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TLMHC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (708) 294-2681
"
Hello! I offer therapy on-line weekdays. I'm available as early as 5am to around 2pm. I can also make evenings work; pls email me with time.
Photo of Busola Carrena, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TLMHC
Busola Carrena
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, TLMHC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (708) 294-2681