Helping children and teens navigate anxiety, big emotions, and life challenges while strengthening connection between parents and their children.
I’m Christie Byvelds, a registered social worker and psychotherapist and the founder of Mindbloom Therapy (Christie Byvelds Social Work Professional Corporation).
I work with children, teens, and their caregivers in Ottawa, Ontario, offering therapy both in person in Ottawa’s Britannia Village neighbourhood and virtually.
Explore the site to learn more about my approach, areas of focus, and how I support young people and families.
Hi, I’m Christie. I am a registered social worker and psychotherapist who works with children, teens, transitional-aged youth, and their caregivers. I am also a queer therapist and parent, and I am committed to providing trans-affirming, inclusive care.
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I support young people navigating anxiety, OCD, big emotions, trauma, and family challenges while helping parents build practical tools to support their child’s well-being.
My approach to therapy is warm, practical, and collaborative.
I draw on evidence-based approaches including CBT, TF-CBT, ERP, DBT, EFFT, SPACE, and Brainspotting. I also offer nature-based therapy, where sessions may take place outdoors at a nearby beach or forest to support nervous system regulation and overall well-being.​​
Areas of Focus
I support children, teens, and young adults struggling with anxiety, school avoidance, OCD, the impact of trauma, intense emotions, or challenges within family relationships.
Many of the families I work with are noticing things like persistent worries, difficulty attending school due to anxiety, intrusive thoughts, emotional overwhelm, or a growing sense of disconnection between parents and their child. I also have experience working with gifted and twice-exceptional young people, who may experience the world with particular intensity.
I also work with those experiencing low mood, challenges with self-esteem, or perfectionism, helping them build confidence, develop healthier coping skills, and feel more capable in their daily lives.
Anxiety and
OCD
Trauma
Intense
emotions
Parent-child
connection
Giftedness
Services Offered
Therapy for Children, Teens, and Young Adults
Individual therapy for children, teens, and young adults
Natured-Based Therapy
Therapy that incorporates nature and outdoor spaces to support emotional well-being.
Parent
Coaching and Support
Parent coaching can help you in supporting your child with their mental health
SPACE
Parent Program
SPACE (Supportive Parenting of Anxious Childhood Emotions) is a parent-based intervention for child anxiety and OCD
Therapy Groups
Group therapy can be a great option for many reasons. Click below to learn more about available group therapy options for children, teens, and parents offered through CAFCO.