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Real Therapy for Real People

Psychotherapy for children, youth, and adults in Durham Region and virtually across Ontario.

Specializing in support for boys, young men, and Indigenous youth.

You don’t have to figure it out alone.

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Parenting a teen who’s struggling?

Watching your child pull away and wondering where you went wrong?

Feeling like things are getting worse—and fast?

We get it. You’re doing your best. But sometimes, the best thing you can do is bring in someone who understands.

At Dawn Therapy & Wellness Centre, we work with young people who feel lost, angry, disconnected, or just “off.” We support families who are trying to reconnect, communicate, and move forward with their children. We offer a person-centred, casual, and real approach for adults who are wanting to process something, but are hesitant about therapy.

You don’t need to be in crisis. You just need to start.

Connect with us today - click here to talk to someone who gets it or call (289) 943-7095.

Our Specialties

We’re here for clients who are navigating:

  • Emotional outbursts, anger, or who are completely shut down

  • Anxiety, depression, or low motivation

  • Identity, purpose, and cultural connection

  • Parent-teen conflict and communication

  • Feeling stuck, lost, or disconnected

We work especially well with teen boys, young men, and parents who feel like nothing is working anymore. Click here to learn more or call (289) 943-7095.

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Therapy That Feels Different

Not into the whole “sit on a couch and cry” idea?

Perfect. Neither are we.

Our approach is casual, human, and real. You can swear. You don’t have to dress up. You can be yourself. Therapy here is about connection and trust—not perfection.

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Jesse Dale, RP (Qualifying), Clinic Director & Owner

“We meet people where they’re at - whether that’s quiet, angry, or unsure. We want you to feel like you belong here.”

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Meet Jesse Dale

Founder, Clinic Owner & Director of Dawn Therapy & Wellness | Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) | Indigenous Mental Health Advocate

Jesse specializes in working with boys and young men because he used to be one of them - lost, stuck, and not sure who he was. Now, he offers the kind of grounded, real-talk therapy that helped him change his own life.

He brings a deep belief in storytelling, empathy, and cultural connection into every session. He’s especially passionate about creating space for Indigenous youth to heal in ways that feel safe and empowering.

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Supporting Indigenous youth, families, and adults.

As an Indigenous-owned business, we love supporting Indigenous clients and their families.

Learn How We Support Indigenous Clients Here
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Why “Dawn”?

This practice is named in loving memory of Director Jesse’s mom, Susan Dawn Ingersoll.

Jesse and his family are Indigenous and are members of the Chippewas of Rama First Nation. Dawn Therapy Centre is located on the territory of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. Jesse is committed to providing accessible and culturally informed mental health services and is honoured to provide these services in the rural location of Scugog Island. As an Indigenous-owned clinic, we embrace the values of community, resilience, and holistic healing.

Dawn also symbolizes something more:

New beginnings. New paths. A fresh start—no matter how dark it feels now.

We believe in your ability to change. You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need to start somewhere.

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Serving Durham Region

First located on Scugog Island and now expanded to a second office in Oshawa, we proudly support clients from:

  • Port Perry

  • Uxbridge

  • Brock

  • Lindsay

  • Whitby

  • Bowmanville

  • Oshawa

  • Rural North Durham

Virtual sessions also available across Ontario

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Coming Soon

Coming Soon

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  • Group therapy for boys & young men

  • Workshops for Indigenous clients on accessing NIHB

  • Half-day active therapy programs for teens

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In Clinic Groups and Programs

Let’s Talk

Not sure where to begin? That’s okay. We’ll help you take the first step.

We know reaching out can feel like a big step. Use the form below to ask a question, book a free consult, or just say hi.  We’ll get back to you within 2 business days.

We offer evenings and weekends!

Tuesday 1–7 p.m

Wednesday 1–7 p.m

Thursday 12:45–7 p.m

Friday 11 a.m.–5 p.m

Saturday 11 a.m.–5 p.m

(289) 943-7095

Port Perry Office: 22250 Island Rd, Port Perry ON L9L 1B6

Aazhaway (Oshawa) Office: 41 Warren Ave, Oshawa ON L1J 4G1