Ear Acupuncture Group Sessions for Mental Health
A typical group session setting
Ear acupuncture is a simple and widely used approach for supporting mental health, stress, and emotional regulation. These group sessions follow the NADA protocol and are offered in a quiet, shared environment.
In addition to in-person sessions, we also offer a simple online format based on subtle sensation awareness (sometimes referred to as Anapana), which explores the same underlying process through direct attention rather than acupuncture.
Many people attend to support anxiety, sleep, mood, or a general sense of overwhelm.
These sessions are offered at Ajax Harwood Clinic in Ajax, Ontario, and are open to individuals across Durham Region and the Greater Toronto Area.
A quiet space to sit, reset, and reconnect.
These sessions combine ear acupuncture with a shared environment of rest and reflection.
No prior experience is needed.
You’re welcome to begin in whatever way feels natural.
What to Expect
Each session is simple and unstructured.
You arrive, get settled, and receive a set of small acupuncture needles in the ear.
Most people then sit quietly, rest, or simply notice what is happening.
Afterward, there may be an opportunity to share observations, though this is always optional.
There is no pressure to talk, perform, or achieve anything.
Some sessions are experienced through ear acupuncture, while others are explored through simple awareness practices online (subtle sensation awareness). Both approaches point to the same underlying process.
Two Ways to Begin
✳️ Start with a One-to-One Visit
(via physician referral)
You meet with Dr. Yu first to explore your situation and receive personalized guidance.
This can help clarify how the group sessions may fit for you.
👉 You can ask your doctor for a referral
👉 Or bring/share a referral form with them
✳️ Join a Session Directly
(no referral needed)
You can simply attend a group session and experience it for yourself.
Many people begin this way.
Some later choose to involve their family physician so care can be more connected.
👉 Request a spot and we’ll guide you from there
Sessions may be in-person or online.
Ways to Attend
In-person (Ear Acupuncture)
Sessions at Ajax Harwood Clinic include ear acupuncture in a quiet shared space.
Online (Subtle Sensation Awareness)
Online sessions offer a simple form of mental health support through direct awareness
(sometimes referred to as subtle sensation awareness or Anapana).
Online sessions are often attended by those who have experienced the in-person sessions, though this is not required.
Both formats explore the same underlying process — noticing experience as it unfolds.
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This Week’s Highlighted Sessions
Wednesday – 4:00 pm
Saturday – 11:30 am
Other sessions are available throughout the week.
Most people begin with one of the highlighted sessions.
If You Are Requesting a Referral
You can contact your doctor’s office and say:
“I would like a referral to Dr. Carlos Yu at Ajax Harwood Clinic for group ear acupuncture.”
If helpful, you can also share this referral form:
Fax: 905-683-1431
Ready to Begin
Some people start with a one-to-one visit.
Others begin by attending a session.
Both pathways often meet.
You can begin this week.
Sessions are held at Ajax Harwood Clinic in Ajax.