Patricia (Patti) Dekowny

MSW

註冊社工

English

背景

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.

與我經歷治療的體驗

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.

專長領域

這些是我具備專業訓練或豐富臨床經驗的核心專長。

Men's Issues?

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)?

ADHD?

Complex Trauma?

Couple Relationship?

Emotional Regulation?

我亦能在以下其他領域提供專業支援，歡迎有相關需要的客戶與我聯繫。

Obsessive–compulsive Disorder

Guilt & Shame

Substance Use/misuse

Addiction?

Depression?

Attachment?

Perfectionism?

Anxiety & Worry?

Childhood Trauma?

治療手法

這些是我主要的治療手法，均接受過專業訓練或有豐富臨床經驗：

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy

Emotion-focused Therapy (EFT)

Cognitive Processing Therapy

當臨床上適用時，我也能靈活應用這些實證為本的治療手法：

Psychodynamic Therapy

Trauma-informed Therapy

服務對象與文化專長

以下是我具有專門經驗與文化理解能力的服務對象與背景：

我所服務的群體

Individuals With Mental Health Challenges

Couples

Parents

Young Adults

Adults

專業資格

註冊社工
- 註冊編號：19749

Alberta College of Social Workers

註冊社工
- 註冊編號：847937

Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers

註冊社工
- 註冊編號：1498

Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers

教育背景

Master of Social Work

University of Regina, Canada

執業地點與服務項目

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常見問題

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.

部落格

我曾撰寫過專業的部落格內容。

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

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