Who We Are

At Minds in Bloom, we believe every individual has the potential to thrive when given the right tools and support. We bring compassion, creativity, and evidence-based practice to helping children, families, and communities grow. With a strong foundation in psychology and occupational therapy, our approach blends expertise with empathy—meeting each person where they are and empowering them to build the skills they need to succeed. Guided by respect for individuality and diversity, we are committed to creating nurturing spaces where minds can truly bloom.

About Emma

Minds in Bloom was founded by Emma Paynter, a nationally and internationally experienced Occupational Therapist. Her career has spanned both Canada and the USA, where she has worked extensively in early intervention, school settings, and virtual education environments. Emma holds special certifications in Handwriting Without Tears and the Sequential-Oral-Sensory (SOS) Approach to Feeding, bringing additional expertise to her practice. Emma is a licensed Occupational therapist in Nova Scotia, Canada and California, USA.

Emma Paynter, OTR/L