Meet Our Founder
Hello! I’m Dr. Ryan Bird, a Licensed Educational Psychologist with over ten years of experience supporting children, teens, and families through therapy, assessments, and school collaboration. I created Arroyo Mind Labs to offer thoughtful, personalized care for young people navigating emotional challenges, learning differences, or simply needing a little more support to thrive.
As a parent, it can be hard to know where to turn when your child is struggling. My goal is to be a calm, clear partner in that process; someone who listens deeply, understands the complexity of childhood and adolescence, and offers practical, evidence-based strategies that support your child’s emotional and academic growth.
Dr. Bird's Background
I began my career as a behavioral therapist and later became a school psychologist in public, charter, and independent school settings. I’ve led social emotional learning initiatives, trained teachers and parents, and supported hundreds of students with a wide range of needs. I also teach graduate courses in school psychology and child development, which keeps me connected to both current research and real-world school systems. I hold an active License in Educational Psychology through the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, a doctorate in Educational Leadership from USC, a master’s in School Psychology from ULV, and specialized training and experience in trauma-informed care, suicide prevention, DBT, CBT, ABA, and collaborative consultation.
