How to find us
Brooklyn address and hours
32 Court Street, Suite 808
Brooklyn, NY 11201
* Mon–Fri: 8am to 7pm
* Sat: By appointment only
Public Transportation
* Across 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 and arrival infomation
Parking: Paid parking garages are available in the area; please plan ahead so you have plenty of time to park, walk, and get upstairs to your appointment on time.
Arriving: Please check in with a photo ID at the lobby desk. Brightline is on the 8th floor, Suite 808. Prepare for Your Brightline Visit: Appointment Prep.
Our providers are experts dedicated to helping kids and teens feel better, offering specialized behavioral health care and support for the whole family.
Meet our Brooklyn care team
Tara Balin, LMSW
“I was inspired to become a therapist by a deep interest in creating space for healing and supporting others in facing challenges and reaching their personal and emotional goals.”
Stephanie Eichler, LMSW
“I have always been genuinely interested in learning about people and hearing their stories. I am passionate about helping clients lead fulfilling lives, empowering them to discover their inner strengths and overcome challenges.”
Annie Elfers, LCSW
“I am a proud former ADHD kid who has had her own fair share of good and bad experiences in behavioral health settings. I aspire to provide the thoughtful, empathetic care that all children and families deserve, though many wish they could find.”
Sierra Freeman, LMSW
“As a former teacher who grew up with ADHD, I know how hard it can be when children don’t yet have the words to share what they’re feeling. That inspired me to become a therapist, so I could support kids and families in finding those words, feeling understood, and knowing they are valued just as they are.”
Stephen Fox, PsyD
“What I love the most about this field is working with kids and teens and seeing them meet their goals, connect with their peers, and thrive in their individual settings."
Gina Foster, LMSW
“I was inspired to become a therapist after my experience providing one-on-one and group counseling to 6th-8th graders while pursuing my MSW. I find it energizing to watch individuals grow in confidence and self-understanding, while supporting them through such a formative time.”
Edward Merritt, PhD
“What excites me most about the field is being able to connect therapeutic skills to the interests or passions of my clients. It is very motivating when I see something that we have been working on finally click with a child.”
Nikhil Nadkarni, MD
“Prior to becoming a doctor, I had spent time working in leprosy colonies in rural India and there I learned that the social consequences of illness can be profound and often more impactful than the medical consequences of illness. With this in mind, I found my way to Psychiatry, which is the discipline in medicine that I believe is the most attuned to the social determinants of health and the social consequences of mental and physical disorders.”
Sylvia Ryszewska, PhD
"I knew I always wanted to work with children and families in some capacity - I am a strong advocate of early intervention and want children and families to have the necessary coping skills to navigate life effectively as it can, and does, change the trajectory of their lives."
Nikki Vega, LCSW
"I became a therapist because I believe deeply in the healing power of relationships and the power of community. I wanted to learn from and work with people working to repair their relationships with themselves and with others."
Madelyn Williams, LMSW
“I am inspired to become therapist by seeing how powerful it is for children and families to have someone truly present with them in difficult moments. What continues to motivate me are the small but profound shifts in resilience and confidence that happen when kids feel safe, understood, and supported.”
What Brightline offers through our in-person and online appointments
Care for every child starts with a diagnostic evaluation. It includes structured, in-depth conversations with both parent and child, and a follow-up session where we'll share evaluation results and a recommendation for next steps.
The goal? That you come away holding a care plan you helped create, knowing we truly understand what your child 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
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
Why we chose Brooklyn Heights
In 1807, there were just seven homes in Brooklyn Heights. Less than a century later, nearly the entire area was developed. The buildings dynamically changed as the area was built out from north to south over the years, and today the area encompasses a wide variety of architectural styles, including Federal, Victorian Gothic, and Classic Revival.
From Plymouth Church of the Pilgrims where pastor Henry Ward Beecher centered his part in the Abolitionist movement, to 215 Montague Street where the infamous Jackie Robinson is believed to have signed his major league contract with the Brooklyn Dodgers, Brooklyn Heights holds a rich and impactful history.
Today, this diverse, prosperous community — the first to be protected by the Landmarks Preservation Law of New York City in 1965 — represents both the past and the future. With one of the largest concentrations of pre-Civil War houses, and many of its streets named for prominent historical figures, Brooklyn Heights is also home to thriving businesses, schools, libraries, parks, and families.
We are thrilled that our very first Brightline clinic opened in Brooklyn Heights, and that it gives us an opportunity to serve the various mental health needs of the kids, teens, and parents who live here. It’s why we’re here. And it’s where you belong.
Request an appointment
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Our Engagement Specialist team will contact you to discuss your situation, explain the process, and schedule your appointment.
Brightline currently provides services in NY, NJ, CT, MA, and WA.
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