Durham Psychologists

02/14/2025

Getting help face-to-face (or remotely, your choice) in the evening in your busy lifestyle is even easier now! Let us introduce our new, wonderful registered psychotherapist, Ms. Andrea Duncan-Samuel, MA., RP. If you need a lift in your mood (especially during this dark and gloomy winter season), she is right there for you!

With a deep understanding of the challenges that come with navigating life’s transitions, Andrea helps you overcome the obstacles that may be holding you back. Whether you’re struggling with mental health issues, academic challenges, family dynamics, or personal growth, Andrea is committed to supporting you every step of the way. Andrea uses a solution-focused approach that helps you identify practical solutions, while fostering a sense of empowerment and confidence in yourself.

Andrea’s therapeutic approach is tailored to your unique needs. A combination of therapeutic modalities that may guide you through challenges and promote healing include: Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Solution Focused and Person-Centered Therapies.

Andrea specializes in working with youth (ages 10 and up), young adults, families, couples, and mothers. Her 15 years of experience spans supporting individuals with behavioural concerns, dual diagnoses, low self-esteem, disordered eating, family and relationship struggles, postpartum challenges, and life transitions.

Durham Psychologists is a full service psychology clinic located in the Ajax, Ontario. Our highly qu

08/20/2024

Congratulations to Ms. Daphne Au Young, M.A., C.Psych. Assoc (Supervised Practice) for her registration with College of Psychologists of Ontario! As a Psychological Associate under supervision of Dr. Yuki Konomi, Daphne now has the same scope of practice as a psychologist in the province of Ontario.
Daphne has over 20 years of clinical experience, knowledge, and skills of a variety of therapeutic approaches and techniques (CBT, Ericksonian, mindfulness, etc.) to help adults with various mental health conditions, including PTSD, depression, anxiety, addiction, etc. Her warm and compassionate personality puts her patients at ease right away in the very first session. She speaks English and Cantonese.
If you would like to book services with Daphne, please give us a call at 905-683-2678 or email admin@durhampsychologists.ca

11/05/2021

NO MORE WAITING FOR EVENING APPOINTMENTS! Let us introduce our new Registered Social Worker, Vibusha Krishnantharajah, MSW, RSW😄

Vibusha Krishnantharajah has been working in the field of mental health for over ten years. She has extensive experience working with adolescents, adults and families. She has provided support to many individuals and their families related to depression, anxiety, emotion regulation, parenting challenges, grief, trauma and situational crises. Vibusha uses an eclectic approach by applying a range of therapeutic interventions to best support the needs of each client.

Vibusha’s clinical practice stems from an anti-oppressive and culturally sensitive framework. During therapy, she strives to help clients discover their strengths, promote wellness, clarify stressful areas, provide education around coping strategies and develop practical solutions to manage challenges

Vibusha is fluent in English and Tamil.

COVID-19 UPDATE Posted on September 11, 2020September 15, 2020 by Yukiko Konomi Leave a Comment on COVID-19 UPDATE Our top priority is the safety of our patients and staff. We are closely monitoring COVID-19 (coronavirus) situation and are following the guidance from the World Health Organization (W...

10/25/2021

More in-person and remote therapy appointments available! A new registered psychotherapist, Daniel Cucuteanu, Psy.D., RP joined our team!😀

Daniel has been working as a counselor for the past 25 years in various settings: schools, hospitals, retirement homes, religious institutions, and community services. He uses a variety of methodologies (psychodynamic, existential, cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, mindfulness-based, emotionally focused, etc.) to support clients in meeting therapeutic goals. He provides individual, family, and couple therapy, marital and premarital, addressing issues like depression, anxiety, trauma, physical and mental abuse, relationship difficulties, anger management, conflict, infidelity, grief, bereavement etc. As a trauma and crisis intervention specialist drawing from the field of interpersonal neurobiology, Daniel highlights the importance of relationships that bring life-sustaining connections, authentic experiencing, and shared power. Culturally competent in diversity and inclusion, Daniel is sensitive to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.

Daniel received clinical training at the Center for Psychotherapy in Toronto, under the College of Pastoral Supervision and Psychotherapy. He completed his Doctor of Clinical Psychology program, magna cm laude, from California Southern University. He also holds a Master’s degree in Communication Studies and a Bachelor’s degree in Pastoral Ministry.

Here are Daniel's words: "I am convinced that every person is the expert of their own life and will assist them find in themselves the strengths and resources to overcome difficulties. I see psychotherapy as one of the greatest gifts that you can offer yourself, which may help you overcome impediments, weaknesses, insecurities, fears, and afflictions. I am looking forward to a successful collaboration for the advancement of your wellbeing."

Durham Psychologists is a full service psychology clinic located in the Ajax, Ontario. Our highly qu

09/13/2020

Let us introduce you our new registered psychotherapist, Ms. Aditi Gulati! She is fluent in English, Hindu, Punjabi, and Urdu. She uses innovative therapeutic techniques from Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Trauma-Informed therapy, Mindfulness Meditation and Solution-Focused Therapy to help her patients achieve their goals. There is currently virtually no wait time for new patients; if you are looking for mental health help, it is the perfect timing to call us! 905-683-2678.

COVID-19 UPDATE Posted on September 11, 2020September 11, 2020 by Yukiko Konomi Leave a Comment on COVID-19 UPDATE Our top priority is the safety of our patients and staff. We are closely monitoring COVID-19 (coronavirus) situation and are following the guidance from the World Health Organization (W...

03/27/2020

Did you know that we offer psychotherapy via convenient, secure video chat or telephone? All you need is an Internet Browser on a device of your choice. Please ask our front desk staff for more detail (905-683-2678).

03/15/2020

Dear Durham Psychologists Patients,

Our top priority is the safety of our patients and staff. We are closely monitoring COVID-19 (coronavirus) situation and are following the guidance from the World Health Organization (WHO), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC).

CURRENTLY, WE REMAIN OPEN AND PROVIDE PSYCHOLOIGCAL SERVICES DURING OUR REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS.

In Durham Region, the current risk level associated with the virus is low. Many high-traffic facilities with a large-number capacity in the community are closed, but our clinic has low traffic with ample space to keep personal distance. We are enforcing the following safety protocols:

1. Meticulously cleaning the surfaces (especially high-touch areas such as door k***s, the POS machine terminal, telephone, etc.) with disinfectant cleaner multiple times throughout our operation hours; our cleaner eliminates 99.9% of bacteria and viruses.
2. Enforcing the staff’s safety protocol; Our staff are being trained to practice social distancing, increase hand-washing, and staying home should they feel ill.

We also ask your cooperation by staying home if you experience any of the flu-like symptoms such as fever, cough, and/or shortness of breath, or if you feel unwell in general.

IF YOU NEED TO STAY HOME, WE OFFER OUR PSYCHOTHERAPY SERVICE VIA SECURE, ENCRIPTED VIDEO CHAT OR TELEPHONE. You only require the Internet connection and a browser to participate in the video session. Please ask for more details to our front desk staff.

Let’s work together to stay healthy and safe through this difficult time for everyone. Please feel free to reach out with any questions, concerns, or suggestions at admin@durhampsycholoigsts.ca or 905-683-2678.

Best Regards,

Durham Psychologists

11/07/2019

" There is nothing truer in this world than the love of a good dog." ~ Mira Grant

https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/animals-and-us/201710/26-things-you-probably-didn-t-know-about-our-love-pets?collection=1113272

A controversial new book explains how pets make us human.

10/31/2019

https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/brave-over-perfect/201910/how-can-i-get-more-sleep

Going to bed earlier is a realistic and worthy goal.

10/24/2019

Everyone deserves to be safe! Show your support!💜💜

http://www.oacas.org/dresspurpleday/

10/17/2019

" Take a deep breath. It's just a bad day, not a bad life." ~ Johnny Depp

https://blogs.psychcentral.com/imperfect/2019/10/38-ways-to-relieve-stress-quickly/

We all experience stress – sometimes a lot and sometimes not so much. Stress, your body’s reaction to change, can be related to positive changes like starting a new job or having a baby. But usually, when we talk about stress, we mean distress. This...

10/10/2019

It's World Mental Health Day! Let's show our support 💛

https://www.who.int/news-room/events/detail/2019/10/10/default-calendar/world-mental-health-day-2019-focus-on-su***de-prevention