Denae Dobko
“Embrace your inner bison and face life's storms".
Meet Denae
B.A., m.a.C.P.
REGISTERED PROVISIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST
(NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS)
As human beings, feelings of burnout, anxiety, or depression can arise at various points in our lives. Consulting a psychologist can be immensely beneficial in addressing these challenges.
Denae has personally observed the profound impact of therapy and the remarkable advancements individuals can make while learning to navigate their emotions, foster resilience, and establish valuable connections with others.
Understanding that there is no one-size-fits-all solution, Denae actively engages with clients to create tailor-made strategies that address their individual needs effectively. Denae’s primary aim is to offer support and guidance, enabling individuals to achieve their personal, professional, and lifelong goals.
Denae is committed to establishing a safe and supportive environment where clients are acknowledged as the authorities in their own lives. In this space, individuals can freely explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences without the fear of being judged. The primary focus is on recognizing any limiting beliefs, counterproductive needs, or behaviors that impede daily functioning and devising effective strategies to overcome these barriers.
Acknowledging the challenges associated with starting therapy, Denae firmly believes that recognizing and addressing personal hurdles is a sign of resilience. Denae is dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey toward self-awareness, contentment, and empowerment. Whenever individuals are prepared, they are encouraged to reach out to Denae to arrange a consultation and intake.
- Adults
- Youth/Adolescents
- Grief & Loss
- Anxiety & Depression
- Life Transitions
- TRAUMA
- SELF-ESTEEM ISSUES
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- COGNITIVE BEHAVIOURAL THERAPY (CBT)
- SOLUTION-FOCUSED (SFT)
- Internal Family Systems
- Person-Centred
- Gestalt
- Nature-Based
- REGISTERED PROVISIONAL PSYCHOLOGIST
- master of arts in clinical psychology, yorkville university
- Bachelor of arts (B.a.), MACEWAN UNIVERSITY
- Gender Based Violence, Resource Collective, Board Advisory Member
- Canadian Mental Health Association, Distress Line Support Listener Volunteer
- Kiwi Nurseries Ltd., Mindfulness Meditation Instructor
- MacEwan University – Research Assistant in the Animal Communication and Behavioural Lab
- Centre for Literacy, Edmonton, Games Night Program
- Volunteer for Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Save MacEwan’s Tatas!, Fundraiser for Breast cancer research
- Alberta Blue Cross
- ASEBP/ARTA
- Medavie Blue Cross
- SSQ Financial
- Green Shield Canada
- Sunlife
- Manulife
LET'S GET PERSONAL
Outside of her professional life, Denae values connections with family, friends, and the community, embracing new experiences and personal growth, appreciating nature, and expressing herself authentically.
Her hobbies encompass dancing, painting, practicing yoga, gardening, listening to podcasts, engaging in outdoor activities like camping, and exploring various forms of travel.
She eagerly welcomes the opportunity to collaborate with individuals from diverse backgrounds and identities. Having lived in Mexico during her teenage years, Denae holds the Latino culture close to her heart and is proficient in Spanish upon request.
