Patricia (Patti) Dekowny

MSW

Registered Social Worker

English

Parcours

I’ve spent more than two decades working in mental health and addictions, supporting men, couples, families, and anyone feeling stuck, worn down, or running on empty. I’m a straight-up, steady therapist who trades jargon for real talk and practical tools. I show up with honesty, compassion, and a no-BS approach that helps you make sense of what’s going on and take steps that actually fit your life. If you want support that feels real and someone who meets you where you’re at, you’re in the right place.

Votre expérience thérapeutique avec moi

Working with me isn’t about being perfect. You show up as you are shut down, pissed off, worn out and we start there. I’m direct and honest, but I’m not here to tear you down. We sort through what’s really driving the anger, the shutdown, or the same old patterns. Men often say it’s the first place they can drop the act and breathe. The work is practical and real, built for your actual life. If you want a space to be real, get honest, and move forward, you’ll feel at home here.

Domaines d’expertise

Ces domaines représentent mes expertises principales, soutenues par une formation spécialisée et une vaste expérience clinique.

Men's Issues?

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?

ADHD?

Complex Trauma?

Couple Relationship?

Emotional Regulation?

J’offre également un accompagnement compétent dans ces domaines et j’accueille les client·e·s qui souhaitent du soutien sur ces enjeux.

Obsessive–compulsive Disorder

Guilt & Shame

Substance Use/misuse

Addiction?

Depression?

Attachment?

Perfectionism?

Anxiety & Worry?

Childhood Trauma?

Approches thérapeutiques

Voici mes principales approches thérapeutiques, soutenues par une formation spécialisée et une expérience clinique approfondie.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy

Emotion-focused Therapy (EFT)

Cognitive Processing Therapy

J’intègre également ces approches fondées sur des données probantes lorsque cela est cliniquement pertinent :

Psychodynamic Therapy

Trauma-informed Therapy

Communautés desservies et expertise culturelle

Voici les populations et communautés culturelles que je suis particulièrement qualifié·e à soutenir.

Populations que je dessers

Individuals With Mental Health Challenges

Couples

Parents

Young Adults

Adults

Titres professionnels

Alberta drapeau de la juridiction de réglementation

Registered Social Worker
- No de permis 19749

Alberta College of Social Workers

Ontario drapeau de la juridiction de réglementation

Registered Social Worker
- No de permis 847937

Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers

Saskatchewan drapeau de la juridiction de réglementation

Registered Social Worker
- No de permis 1498

Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers

Parcours académique

Master of Social Work

University of Regina, Canada

Emplacements et services offerts

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FAQ

What’s it like to work with you?

It’s real, steady, and no-nonsense. You don’t have to pretend or explain yourself perfectly. I’m direct but compassionate, and we get into what actually matters. Expect practical tools, honest conversations, and a space where you can finally breathe and just be yourself.

What kind of support do you offer?

I offer support that cuts through the noise: straight talk, steady guidance, and tools you can actually use when things get rough. Whether you’re dealing with anger, shutdown, stress, or old patterns, we tackle it together in a way that feels real, doable, and built for how men actually live.

Do you follow a specific therapy model?

My approach is integrative, meaning I pull from several evidence-based models including ACT, CBT, and motivational interviewing, depending on what fits your needs. The focus is always on making things practical and meaningful for you.

What if I’m nervous or unsure about starting?

A lot of men walk in unsure, guarded, or half-convinced therapy won’t help. That’s okay. You don’t have to spill your guts on day one. We take it slow, keep it real, and build trust as we go. You show up, I show up, and we work from there no pressure, no judgment.

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Why Am I So Angry Lately? Understanding Anger That Comes Out of Nowhere

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