Therapist in Durham Region
Finding a therapist in Durham Region shouldn't feel like another overwhelming task.
You First Therapy offers individual psychotherapy and counselling for children, teens and adults across Durham Region: in-person sessions in Ajax, and virtual or telephone appointments for Pickering, Whitby, Oshawa, Bowmanville and anywhere else in Ontario. Therapy can give you space to slow down, understand what you're carrying and focus on what you need.
Book a free 15-minute discovery call to ask questions and see whether working together feels like a good fit.
One therapist, all of Durham Region
The office is in Ajax, minutes from Pickering and Whitby and an easy drive from Oshawa, Bowmanville and Courtice. If travelling doesn't work for you, virtual and telephone appointments bring the same care to your own living room, on a lunch break, or anywhere in Ontario.
Walk and talk sessions are also offered outdoors in Ajax, Pickering and Port Union, weather permitting. Learn more about one-on-one and walk and talk therapy.
Therapy support designed around you
You don't need to be in crisis or know exactly where your experience fits. You might be looking for support with:
- Anxiety, depression or emotional regulation
- Burnout, perfectionism, people-pleasing or boundaries
- Eating disorders, disordered eating or body image
- Cultural identity, family expectations, grief or life transitions
Many concerns overlap. We can begin with what's affecting you most right now and explore the rest together. Visit What Therapy Can Help With for more information about these areas.
What working together can look like
Alicia Panchal, MSW RSW, is a Registered Social Worker and therapist offering a warm, collaborative and nonjudgmental approach. Sessions aren't one-size-fits-all. The work is shaped around your needs, personality, identities and goals.
Sessions may include practical tools, exploring patterns in your thoughts or relationships, understanding cultural and family influences, or having space to process something difficult without judgement.
If culture, family expectations or first-generation experiences are important to what you're carrying, learn more about culturally responsive therapy with a South Asian therapist.
Durham Region therapy questions
Where are in-person therapy sessions held?
In-person sessions are held at the You First Therapy office in Ajax, Ontario. Visit the Contact page to view the area on Google Maps or open directions.
Do you work with clients from Pickering, Whitby and Oshawa?
Yes. Clients from anywhere in Durham Region can attend the Ajax office or choose virtual appointments. Many clients from Pickering, Whitby, Oshawa and Bowmanville mix the two depending on their week.
Are online appointments available if I can't travel to Ajax?
Yes. Virtual and telephone therapy appointments are available anywhere in Ontario.
How do I book a free discovery call?
You can complete the website inquiry form or choose an available time directly through Jane on the Get Started page.
Have questions about insurance, session length or what to expect? Visit the full FAQs page.
Ready when you are
You don't need to wait until things feel unbearable, and you don't need to know exactly what to say. Therapy can start with whatever feels most important today.