At Mind and Art Psychology, we believe that healing happens through connection, expression, and understanding. We respect each person's unique identity, neurotype, and lived experience. Our integrative approach draws on evidence-based practices, scientific study, and the use of creative interventions. Our mission is to start open, honest conversations about neurodiversity, the realities of parenting, and what it actually takes to support growth and well-being. Our goal is to create a space where challenges are acknowledged, strengths are celebrated, creativity is encouraged, and practical strategies are shared to help families move forward with confidence.
About the Practice
Led by artist and doctoral-level registered psychologist Katherine Boyd, Mind and Art Psychology merges evidence-based practices like cognitive-behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and other forms of talk therapy with creative modalities such as visual art, music, writing, and drama.
Workshops & Speaking
Dr. Katherine Boyd offers interactive, fee-based workshops and presentations focused on neurodiversity, parenting challenges, psychiatric disorders in children and adolescents, and creative therapeutic interventions. Sessions can be tailored for parents, educators, and community organizations.
Now available!
Parenting a child with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can be exhausting and challenging. In Canada and the United States, close to 9 million children and teenagers have been diagnosed with this disorder, but most people don’t know that almost 80% of these kids will also have other mental health issues, making life harder inside and outside the home.
In The ADHD Plus Phenomenon, Dr. Katherine G. Boyd draws from her long career in pediatric mental health to help parents address these additional challenges, including:
• Behavioral or conduct problems
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Gaming and/or social media addiction
• Learning disabilities
• Serious sensory issues
Each chapter tackles a different hard issue, such as how to respond to impulsive aggression and self-harming, how seriously you should take suicidal thoughts or threats, what to do about your child's lack of positive and consistent friendships, how to deal with the homework nightmare, and how to reduce family conflict to have a more peaceful household. Unpacking common misconceptions with scientific evidence, Dr. Boyd empowers families to support strengths and work through challenges together.
Every parent wants to see their child happy and successful. This book can prepare you to improve your child's life, bolster family relationships, and help your child with ADHD reach their full potential.
Building awareness, connection, and growth through art and psychology
Dr. Katherine G. Boyd is a child and adolescent psychologist with 25 years of clinical experience. A member of the Psychologists' Association of Alberta and the College of Alberta Psychologists, she has published and presented extensively on her work with children and adolescents with severe ADHD and other psychiatric conditions. She lives in Calgary, Alberta, with her husband and two children with ADHD, along with their dogs, Buddy and Paddy.
Get in Touch
Interested in working together?
Virtual and in-person sessions available.
Booking available through form.