Psychotherapist in London and St. Thomas, ON

Q: What if I am not sure I am ready?

That is a normal place to start. Many people book a first session while still unsure whether therapy is right for them. The first session is a low-stakes conversation, not a commitment.

25+ Years of Practice

Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist serving London and St. Thomas since 1999.

Two Locations

In-person sessions at 408 Queens Ave, London and 141 Wellington Street, St. Thomas.

Ontario-Wide Virtual Care

Secure online sessions available for clients anywhere in Ontario.

Counselling for the People Who Often Go Without It

Some people find a therapist and feel immediately at ease. Others have spent years in sessions feeling like they had to explain themselves first, filter what they shared, or work around a therapist's discomfort before the real work could start.

Darryl's practice is built for the second group. He works with:

Individuals and couples navigating anxiety, depression, relationship strain, grief, and life transitions.

LGBTQ2S+ and ENM communities who want a therapist who already understands their life.

First responders carrying a weight most therapists aren't equipped to meet.

Adults with ADHD and neurodivergence, including those navigating a late or recent diagnosis.

Families working through the fractures that build over time.

SERVICES

A Collaborative Approach, Adapted to You

Psychotherapy is a collaborative journey. That's not a tagline, it shapes how every session runs. Darryl draws on holistic, mindfulness-based, and trauma-informed frameworks, and adapts them to what actually helps each person, rather than applying a fixed protocol regardless of fit.

Some clients do focused, structured work on specific challenges. Others need more open space to think through what's happening and what they want. Sessions adjust to what's useful for you, and change as you change.

You work directly with Darryl throughout your care. Not an intake coordinator. Not an associate assigned to your file. Darryl.

LEARN MORE

Meet Darryl DeRoches, MSW RSW

Psychotherapist and Counsellor in London and St. Thomas

Darryl DeRoches is a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist with more than 25 years of clinical experience. His practice covers individual therapy, couples counselling, family therapy, and specialized work with LGBTQ2S+, first responder, and neurodivergent communities.

He is registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers and holds a Master of Social Work degree. His approach is evidence-based, holistic, and grounded in genuine curiosity about each person's story.

MEET DARRYL

Find Your Path to Well-being and Inner Peace Through Therapy

Your Journey Begins Here

Book a Session

Use the online booking link to schedule directly. No referral needed, no waitlist intake form.

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Have a First Conversation

Your first session is a conversation, not an assessment. Darryl listens and helps clarify what you're looking for.

Work at Your Pace

No prescribed program or set number of sessions. The work moves at your pace and adjusts as your goals evolve.

Questions People Often Have Before Booking

Do I need a referral?

No. You can book directly online without a referral from a doctor or other provider.

Is everything I share confidential?

Yes. Sessions are fully confidential, subject to the standard legal and professional exceptions that apply to all regulated mental health services in Ontario. Darryl is registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.

What if I'm not sure I'm ready?

That's a normal place to start. Many people book a first session while still unsure whether therapy is right for them. The first session is a low-stakes conversation, not a commitment.

Do you offer virtual sessions?

Yes. Darryl offers secure virtual counselling for clients anywhere in Ontario. Sessions are available in person in London and St. Thomas, or online.

How is this different from talking to a friend?

A good therapist brings training, structure, and a perspective genuinely outside your situation. The conversation is designed to help you move, not just feel heard.