Patience Tabi Owan, MSW, RSW

When life feels overwhelming, confusing, or heavy, it helps to have someone in your corner who truly gets it—and who knows how to guide you through. I am a Master’s-level Registered Social Worker with over a decade of experience supporting people from all walks of life. I bring warmth, skill, and a trauma-informed lens to every session. I support individuals, couples, youths and families navigate a wide range of challenges, including Anxiety, Addiction, Depression, Stress, Parenting concerns, Trauma, Burnout, body image, Emotional Regulation, procrastination, relationship issues, return to work, ADHD, PTSD, and low Self-Esteem. Whether you’re feeling stuck in old patterns, overwhelmed by daily demands, or simply unsure of where to start, I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to begin the work of healing and growth. My approach is practical, strengths-based, and deeply collaborative. Drawing from modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Internal Family System (IFS), Emotional Focus Therapy (EFT) The Gottman Method, Narrative Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. I help clients make sense of their experiences and develop real-life tools that lead to meaningful change. What sets me apart is my ability to hold space for complexity. I understand that healing is never one-size-fits-all—and I am committed to helping you uncover what works best for you. Whether you're navigating current stressors or long-standing wounds, I offer steady support as you move toward the version of yourself you’ve always hoped to become. Clinician competencies: • ADHD • Alcohol Addiction • Anxiety/Generalized Anxiety Disorder • Body image/Body Dysmorphia • Burnout • Depression/Major Depressive Disorder/Dysthymia • Emotion Regulation • Health Anxiety • Non-Substance/Behavioural Addictions • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder • Parental Coaching/Support • Perfectionism • Performance Anxiety • Procrastination • Religious/Spiritual concerns • Relationship issues • Return to Work • Self-esteem • Separation Anxiety for Children • Social Anxiety • Stress • Substance Use • Test Anxiety • Trauma/PTSD • Vocational interests/Coaching • Anxiety/Mood Med Withdrawal Populations served: • Adolescents • Adults • Canadian Forces • Couples • Families • Family Health Teams • French speakers • LGBTQI+ community • Older Adults (65+) Treatment modalities: • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy • BIPOC Therapy • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy • Cognitive Processing Therapy • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy • Emotion Focused Therapy • Gottman Method • Internal Family Systems Theory • Mindfulness Therapy • Motivational Interviewing • Narrative Therapy • Solutions focused treatment • Trauma informed treatment Please note that our associates work with many presenting issues, some of which are not listed in this biography. Please speak to our intake team at 416-363-4228 for more information.