Mental health care for kids and teens. Parenting support for you.
What you’re going through is unique to you. But it isn’t new to us. Our pediatric experts deliver the therapy and psychiatry you’ve been looking for, designed especially for growing kids, teens, and families.
This is where things start to get better
Share
Tell us your story
You share what your child is experiencing and what your goals are. We’ll answer your questions and schedule your intake session.
Plan
We’ll clear the care path
What you’re going through might be new to you, but it’s not new to us. Our thorough consultation and feedback session helps us understand what your child needs and the goals you have for them.
Improve
Progress is underway
Your child will improve, you’ll stay in the loop with updates, and your whole family will feel the positive forward motion.
This is where things start to get better
Share
Tell us your story
You share what your child is experiencing and what your goals are. We’ll answer your questions and schedule your intake session.
Plan
We’ll clear the care path
What you’re going through might be new to you, but it’s not new to us. Our thorough consultation and feedback session helps us understand what your child needs and the goals you have for them.
Improve
Progress is underway
Your child will improve, you’ll stay in the loop with updates, and your whole family will feel the positive forward motion.
In-network coverage with select health plans and programs
What makes Brightline different
We understand that your needs are as unique as your family
Whether you’re looking for general treatment, or a focused program to support anxiety, OCD, ADHD, or disruptive behaviors, you’re in the right place.
We make finding the answers you seek convenient
Our care includes internal referrals, which means if your child starts with therapy but ends up needing testing or specialized care, it can all happen here.
We are driven by passion, data, and evidence-based results
The mental health needs of parents and kids are on the rise. Our results continue to tell us that we are delivering the right care at the right time.
Our results speak for themselves
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Kids and teams in therapy with Brightline experience an improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms
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Parents with a child in therapy with Brightline show marked improvements in high levels of caregiver strain
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Kids and teens show significant overall improvement after receiving care through therapy with Brightline
Our results speak for themselves
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Kids and teams in therapy with Brightline experience an improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms
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Parents with a child in therapy with Brightline show marked improvements in high levels of caregiver strain
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Kids and teens show significant overall improvement after receiving care through therapy with Brightline
Hear what Brightline parents have to say
“The care we received through Brightline was top notch. The provider knew just how to help and incorporated my daughter's interests into therapy. Our provider had answers on how to help regulate emotions that we'd never considered. The whole process was super streamlined. I can't recommend Brightline enough!”
“Brightline has been a ray of light on our family! We communicate in healthier ways and work through each day and each problem without all the fussing. I'm so thankful for Lauren and the guidance she provided for my son and our family. Our care at Brightline is exceptional!”
“Working with our Brightline therapist has given my son new confidence that he can manage his anxiety through the different techniques given. He also has really benefited from having an adult who is not a parent to talk through his emotions and experiences.”
“My son was very nervous about therapy, but he instantly connected with his therapist and looked forward to chatting with her each week and telling others about his positive experience. I noticed improvements in his mood and behavior after only a few sessions. I'm very thankful for Brightline!”
“I highly recommend placing your child in the amazing care of Brightline's therapists. My child went from instantly aggressive with no remorse to the amazing kid I've always known he could be. I understand him in a better way with the insights provided to me from his therapist and I'm forever grateful. Can’t recommend this program enough.”
The care your child needs. And the support you’ve been looking for.
Therapy for kids
Therapists are licensed and have a masters degree and at least five years of experience
Rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, our approach helps reduce symptoms, improve chronic conditions, and support high-acuity diagnoses
For kids ages 2–17
Psychiatry services
Our psychiatric care teams are board certified and have specialized training in pediatrics
Partner with parents and caregivers to determine appropriate treatment
For kids ages 6–17
Parent therapy & support
The severity of a child’s mental health issues affects the level of caregiver strain
Higher levels of strain can impact productivity at home and at work
Our child-centered therapy for parents helps build patience, resilience, and skills
Top FAQs
We provide specialized therapy and psychiatry that involves parents and caregivers in their child’s journey. Everything you need is in one place — as your family’s needs change, your care plan will evolve with you.
All Brightline therapists use evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Parent Management Training (PMT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and others. These science-backed treatments help kids explore the relationships between their thoughts, emotions, and actions. They also teach kids skills that help them cope in healthy ways. And all Brightline psychiatrists are board certified and qualified to offer necessary treatments based on evidence-based practices.
Ask us! During your onboarding, we will do an in-depth diagnostic evaluation. We will gather details about your child’s developmental history, as well as any patterns or changes you’ve noticed. Together, we will decide whether it's the right time for therapy.
You talk with us and learn, that’s how! We do all of the research, interviewing, background checking, and vetting — so you don’t have to. Our hiring process helps us build a team of caring, individual therapists that are licensed, experienced, and qualified.
We are happy to be able to support our families both virtually and in-person in 2025. While we build out our in-person locations, we will deliver virtual care to families who live in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Washington State. We are working towards opening our first location in April, with two more to follow in the fall.
It depends. Out-of-pocket costs vary depending on the treatment or service. An initial therapy session typically costs $350, and ongoing sessions are $200–$275 each. On average, psychiatry sessions range from $225–$350 each. And psychological testing can fall between $2,000–$5,000 depending on whether testing is held for a singular concern, complex or multiple concerns, school readiness, or complex learning evaluations.
For many of our families, Brightline is covered by their employer or insurance — with no referrals needed. We accept insurance from Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Premera, and many more. Brightline Support can help verify whether Brightline is covered by your insurance.
If Brightline isn't covered by your insurance, your family can still access all that Brightline has to offer. Call Brightline Support for information on how to submit to your insurance or if you can use your HSA or FSA benefit.
Brightline Support is available Monday–Friday from 8am–12am EST by calling (888) 224-7332.
