Brooklyn Heights
Our new pediatric mental health clinic is open in Brooklyn Heights — schedule your child’s first appointment today.
How to find us
32 Court Street, Suite 808
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Hours: M–F, 8am to 7pm
Public Transportation
Across the street from Jay Street Metro Tech (A, C, F + R subway lines)
Five blocks away from Hoyt Street (2/3 subway line)
Eight blocks away from DeKalb Ave (B, Q, R lines)
Parking
Arriving
Please check in and be ready to show your photo ID at the desk in the lobby. Take the elevator to the 8th floor and go to Suite 808.
Meet some of our providers
Ramya Chunduri, LCSW
Ramya Chunduri has worked with children and families in hospitals (OB, pediatric cardiology, and pediatric oncology) and in private practice/telehealth specifically regarding OCD, behavior concerns, and ADHD.
Sylvia Ryszewska, PhD
For the last ten years, Dr. Ryszewska has worked in various settings with families who present with a wide variety of care needs. She’s adept at conducting psychological assessments, therapy, skills training, and parent coaching. Dr. Ryszewska is an advocate of early intervention and is passionate about teaching the coping mechanisms that help kids and families navigate challenges.
Her care is rooted in collaborative support, and she employs a direct and non-judgmental communication style. Dr. Ryszewska holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology, is trained and certified in multiple therapeutic approaches, and is licensed in New York.
Hannah Rush, MSN, FNP, PMHNP
Hannah Rush is dedicated to helping patients navigate their mental health challenges with compassion and expertise. Serving the vibrant communities of New York, she specializes in medication management focusing on evidence-based practices tailored to each individual's needs. With a dual board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Family Nurse Practitioner, Hannah approaches mental health care holistically.
Noora Abdulkerim, PhD
Dr. Abdulkerim has experience working with families in both clinical and school settings, and understands that parent support is vital to their child’s treatment and goals. Curious, compassionate, and dedicated, Dr. Abdulkerim is passionate about helping kids find healthy ways to stay grounded and learn about their own feelings.
With a PhD in School Psychology and training in special education, Dr. Abdulkerim is able to teach clinical concepts in a way that kids and adolescents find interesting and engaging. Noora utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her approach and is licensed to practice in New York.
Meet some of our providers
Brightline providers are trained experts who are devoted to helping kids reach their goals and bringing families relief.
Ramya Chunduri, LCSW
Ramya Chunduri has worked with children and families in hospitals (OB, pediatric cardiology, and pediatric oncology) and in private practice/telehealth specifically regarding OCD, behavior concerns, and ADHD.
Sylvia Ryszewska, PhD
For the last ten years, Dr. Ryszewska has worked in various settings with families who present with a wide variety of care needs. She’s adept at conducting psychological assessments, therapy, skills training, and parent coaching. Dr. Ryszewska is an advocate of early intervention and is passionate about teaching the coping mechanisms that help kids and families navigate challenges.
Her care is rooted in collaborative support, and she employs a direct and non-judgmental communication style. Dr. Ryszewska holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology, is trained and certified in multiple therapeutic approaches, and is licensed in New York.
Hannah Rush, MSN, FNP, PMHNP
Hannah Rush is dedicated to helping patients navigate their mental health challenges with compassion and expertise. Serving the vibrant communities of New York, she specializes in medication management focusing on evidence-based practices tailored to each individual's needs. With a dual board certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a Family Nurse Practitioner, Hannah approaches mental health care holistically.
Noora Abdulkerim, PhD
Dr. Abdulkerim has experience working with families in both clinical and school settings, and understands that parent support is vital to their child’s treatment and goals. Curious, compassionate, and dedicated, Dr. Abdulkerim is passionate about helping kids find healthy ways to stay grounded and learn about their own feelings.
With a PhD in School Psychology and training in special education, Dr. Abdulkerim is able to teach clinical concepts in a way that kids and adolescents find interesting and engaging. Noora utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her approach and is licensed to practice in New York.
What Brightline offers through our in-person and hybrid clinics
Care for every child starts with a two-step diagnostic evaluation. Step one is an in-depth, 1.5-hour conversation with a Brightline therapist. Step two is a 1-hour follow-up session for evaluation results and care path recommendation.
The goal? That you come away holding a care plan you helped create, knowing we truly understand your needs. From there, Brightline will recommend one of these paths:
Psychological Testing
Autism
Learning differences
Giftedness and school readiness
Memory and cognitive skills
General Therapy and Psychiatry
Persistent low mood, lack of motivation, withdrawal
Trauma and stress
Physical symptoms without an identified medical cause
Sustained difficulties with everyday tasks
Anxiety Program
Worries and fears, difficulty concentrating
Physical symptoms (like racing heart)
Feeling nervous, restless, edgy, afraid, or fearful
Avoidance of things they need or want to do
OCD Program
Repeated or ritualized behaviors that are driven by anxiety, fear, or disgust
Overdoing things more than is needed
Fear of not doing something “just right”
Avoiding things they need or want to do
Intrusive thoughts about any number of topics
ADHD Program
Difficulties paying attention
Difficulty sitting still
Distracting or disruptive behaviors
Impulsive actions
Disruptive Behaviors Program
Tantrums and other behavioral upsets
Impulsive actions
Troubling behaviors at school or with friends
Difficulty following directions
Request an appointment
Please complete the form below to request an appointment at Brightline.
Our Engagement Specialist team will contact you to discuss your situation, explain the process, and schedule your appointment.
Thank you for contacting Brightline and requesting an appointment. Appointments tend to fill up quickly, so please call us at (718) 715-1585 if you would like faster service. Brightline Engagement Specialists are available Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 7:00pm ET.