Welcome to Brightline!
Brightline is a virtual mental health platform designed to support children, teens (ages 0–17), and their families with therapy, coaching, and psychiatry services. The platform helps address common mental health challenges like ADHD, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, and behavioral struggles. Brightline is especially valuable for parents and caregivers navigating their children's emotional needs, providing them with access to licensed therapists, psychiatrists, and behavioral health coaches. The platform also includes BrightLife Kids, a free program available to California families with children aged 0–12, offering behavioral health coaching and 24/7 messaging support. Download Brightline now!
Key Features:
Virtual Therapy and Coaching:
Brightline offers live video sessions with licensed therapists, psychiatrists, and certified behavioral health coaches. Coaching sessions are 30 minutes long, while therapy sessions last 55 minutes, all available on weekdays from 9am to 5pm local time.
Behavioral Health Coaching (BrightLife Kids):
A free program for California families with children aged 0–12, BrightLife Kids provides virtual behavioral health coaching, on-demand access to helpful resources, and 24/7 secure messaging support. This program is designed to help families navigate common behavioral and emotional challenges.
In-Network Insurance Coverage:
Brightline works with many major health insurance plans. If you're out-of-network, Brightline helps you navigate reimbursement requests.
Expert Professionals:
Brightline’s team includes licensed mental health professionals, including therapists and psychiatrists, and certified behavioral health coaches with degrees in psychology or related fields.
Messaging & Continuous Support:
Parents and caregivers can message their assigned coaches at any time to ask questions, seek guidance, or get support between sessions.
Culturally Competent Care:
Brightline's coaches are trained in working with diverse populations, including LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities, ensuring that all families receive culturally sensitive and inclusive care.
Parent Support:
Brightline offers additional guidance to parents and caregivers, helping them understand their child’s needs and providing resources for family dynamics and mental health.
Top 5 FAQs About Brightline:
1. What age group does Brightline serve?
Answer: Brightline provides mental health services for children and teens ages 0–17. The BrightLife Kids program specifically targets families with children aged 0–12 in California.
2. What types of support can I get through Brightline?
Answer: Brightline offers a range of services, including therapy, coaching, psychiatry, and behavioral health support. Services address issues like anxiety, ADHD, depression, self-esteem, behavioral challenges, and more.
3. Do I need insurance to use Brightline?
Answer: Insurance is not required to access services. Brightline is in-network with many major health plans, and if you’re out-of-network, the team can assist with reimbursement requests. California families can access BrightLife Kids at no cost.
4. How do Brightline's virtual sessions work?
Answer: All sessions are conducted via live video, making it easy for families to access care from home. Therapy sessions last 55 minutes, while coaching sessions are 30 minutes. Scheduling is flexible and convenient.
5. How do I get started with Brightline?
Answer: To begin, simply download the Brightline app, create an account, and schedule your first session. California families using BrightLife Kids can sign up for the free program by entering California as their home state.
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Version History
v1.1.285——15 Feb 2025
Adds communities for our Brightlife Kids members!