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When families change: Helping kids navigate divorce

Sleep better, eat smarter: The teen brain balance every parent should know

Want kinder kids? Start by being kinder to yourself

Scroll smart: Eight real-world tips to help kids use social media safely

Is your child refusing school?

Put the "good" back in "good morning"

Big changes, big feelings, and a new baby

The sexual orientation conversation your teen is waiting for (Hint: It’s not a lecture)

Power down to sleep better: How to cut screen time without a meltdown

Five smart ways to stop social media from crushing your kids’ self-esteem

Six smart ways to shield your kids from cyberbullies (without taking their phones)

What kids are actually doing on social media, and why that matters

How to help kids (and yourself) find comfort during a tragedy

5 tips on talking to your child about gun violence

Talking about shootings and violence at school

9 ways to help when tragedy strikes locally

Finding holiday happiness

Holiday survival guide for parents

Affirming and supporting your LGBTQ+ child

Decoding (and handling) your child's big behaviors

Substance use: How to keep conversations real

Affirming care saves lives

Cyberbullies beware

Friends, foes, and the silent unfollow

When sad becomes something more

School-year stress?

The talk you don’t even want to think about

Could YOUR child be bullying others?

Could it be ADHD? Let's talk about it.

Six ways to find gratitude in a "more is better" world

Holiday magic can come from unexpected places

Stopping the domino effect of stress

What good ADHD support looks like

The difference between kind and nice

Managing anxiety as a family

Autism care

Disruptive behavior solutions that work

Social anxiety in teens

Anxiety in kids — when to get support

Kids, depression, and how Brightline is here to help

You're not the only parent who (sometimes) feels stressed and stuck

Girls and anxiety

Is your child’s school year off to a good start?

Suicide. Let’s talk about it.

How to keep talking about mental health all year long

Let’s talk about everyone’s mental health

Decoding your child’s behavior and helping them express themselves

Ten ways to help your family fly into summer

Brightline is now open in New York

Research report: Brightline can be effective in lessening caregiver strain and improving functioning in a pediatric population

A bright new start

15 coping techniques

Tricky eaters and no-sleepers, this one is for you

March's Monthly Mantra Coloring Sheet

How to teach kids to be an ally and an advocate for themselves and for others

February's Monthly Mantra Coloring Sheet

Ages & Stages: Making and keeping friends

Celebrating history and teaching self-love

California meets the twin problems of mental health care with a triplicate of solutions

January's Monthly Mantra Coloring Sheet

Los Angeles wildfires: Simple ways to support friends and loved ones

How to build optimism one step at a time

How to start 2025 with a clean slate

Stress-busting, joy-boosting tips

Modeling balance, joy, and being present for your child

BrightLife Kids: Nearly one year in, groundbreaking family mental health care program provides inclusive, accessible care across California

The Road Ahead for Brightline

Medical Records and the Release of Information
Myths and truths about suicide

A guide for talking about mental health and suicide with your child
Easy home adjustments to help children with autism

What every parent should know about childhood depression

Autism: Recognizing symptoms and finding support for your family

How to handle school avoidance

New study shows Brightline improves caregiver strain, workplace productivity, and absenteeism

Tough transitions and performance pressure

7 practical homework tips for ADHD kids

Cyberbullying: Social media, gaming, and online frenemies

7 signs that your child could be engaging in bullying behavior (and what to do about it)

7 signs that could mean your child is being bullied (and what to do about it)

Teladoc Health introduces pediatric, adolescent, and family mental healthcare through partnership with Brightline

BIPOC Q&A

How Brightline Supports LGBTQ+ Youth with Inclusive Care

LGBTQ&A

The Superpowers of ADHD

Morning Madness: How to put the “good” back in “good morning”

Making Friends or Enemies: What to do about ghosting, bullying, and friends found online

Helping kids (and yourself) manage anxiety

Substance use: How to keep conversations real, ask the right questions, and know when it’s time to seek more support

A phase or a problem? How to handle tantrums, hitting, and separation anxiety

Tips on Summer Planning with Neurodiverse Kids

What makes Brightline’s autism spectrum disorder program unique? Our focus on early intervention

How to help kids recognize stress and learn to manage it

Big Changes & Big Feelings: New Sibling

Big Changes & Big Feelings Q&A: Moving

Brightline JAMA Study Finds Costs Associated with Pediatric Mental Health Conditions Have Risen 45.2%

Caring for your kids starts with you: self-care tips for parents and caregivers

Good sleep + mood-boosting food = a more balanced teen brain

Is telling your kids to “be nice” enough? Here’s how to teach them kindness

Big Changes & Big Feelings: Divorce

Black History Month: A time to understand the past and create a brighter future

Parent Conversation Guide: Valentine’s Day & Teen Rejection Sensitivity

Big Changes and Big Feelings: A Guide for Parents

8 strategies for getting your teen to open up

Q&A: How do you make sure your kids belong during holiday gatherings and conversations?

How does stress cycle within families?
Your child has been diagnosed with ADHD. What now?

How do you talk to kids about what’s going on in Israel and Gaza?

California Department of Health Care Services announces partnership with Brightline
It’s ok if the holidays aren’t “magical” this year
6 tips for raising grateful kids in a modern world
Could it be ADHD? Let’s talk about what to look for

5 signs your child might need a therapist
Teach your child self-compassion by learning it yourself
6 ways you can protect your kid from cyberbullies
8 tips to help your kid use social media safely
What are kids really doing on social media?
Why the start of summer may feel harder this year

Meet the newest leaders of Brightline’s leadership team
Relax! Your summer vacation doesn’t have to be perfect
The sexual orientation talk your teen really wants to have
How to support your child when a loved one dies by suicide

8 simple ways to ease your teen’s social anxiety
Cut back on screen time and improve your child’s sleep
5 tips to keep social media from wrecking your kid’s self-esteem
How to talk about racial injustice with your child
9 tips for talking to kids & teens about mental health

“It can be hard to balance being able to provide and support at the same time — sometimes you don’t know what to say and which direction to turn.” — Brightline member spotlight
Brightline study: How your kid's stress shows up at your work

Your guide to managing BIG back-to-school feelings

Our new partnership with Peer Health Exchange puts teens in the driver’s seat
Why we lead with accessibility for our members

Exploring your identity: Brightline’s new BIPOC and LGBTQ+ identity-focused coaching programs
Meet Getting an early start on autism: our virtual coaching program supporting parents of young children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
“I feel like I’m finally able to truly make an impact in meaningful ways” — Brightline coach spotlight
What our $105M Series C raise means for the future of virtual, equitable family behavioral healthcare
“I love that I help other families get support as early as possible in their child’s journey” — Brightline family spotlight
“I’m so grateful to have found Brightline for my son” — Brightline member spotlight
“Brightline was there for our family at exactly the right time” — Brightline member spotlight
Children and depression: Why Brightline’s blended care model works
Sleep Made Simple: How to get your kids (and yourself!) better sleep
Tackling the adolescent mental health state of emergency — webinar recap
“This experience has made my heart even more wide open” — Brightline coach spotlight
Tips & support to help tackle Social-Emotional Learning and self-esteem issues for kids and teens
Biden’s behavioral health initiative: A good start — but just a start
“No child is an island. Each one is supported by a village” — Brightline therapist spotlight
“With Brightline, I finally had options for my son” — Brightline family spotlight
Social media can be tough for families to manage. Here’s how to help them
Brightline launches new program focused on autism spectrum disorder
Meet Brightline’s new clinical advisory board
How Brightline’s taking on the biggest challenges in pediatric behavioral health care — Webinar recap

Meet the newest leaders of Brightline’s operations team
Good ADHD care is hard to find. We’re making it easier
“Cultural factors are always at play” — Brightline therapist spotlight
“A therapist who calls you by your correct pronouns is healing in and of itself” — Brightline therapist spotlight

Families across the country now have access to virtual behavioral health support with Brightline

Our kid’s behavioral health is in crisis. Here’s how to fix it — Part 2

5 Brightline coaching programs that will help you tackle back-to-school

In an age of anxiety, Brightline can help families deal with fear and worry

Meet Brightline’s growing clinical leadership team
“My family needed help. We couldn’t get it. Now I’m helping to change that” — Brightline family spotlight
“My desire is to create a safe space for families” — Brightline coach spotlight

Children’s disruptive behavior can sap work productivity. We have a solution

Our kids’ behavioral health is in crisis. Here’s what went wrong — Part 1

Behavioral health and the aftermath of COVID-19 in the workplace — Webinar recap

Brightline raises $72 million in Series B financing, announces national expansion

The last year in mental health, according to a teen

How employers can address an urgent pediatric behavioral health crisis — Webinar recap

Therapy vs. Coaching: Which one is best for kids and families?

How teletherapy measures up to in-person care for kids & teens
Test Blog Post 3rd May
Pioneering Virtual Mental Health Solutions for Families with Naomi Allen, CEO and co-founder of Brightline
Children and Mental Health: Using Behavioral Activation to Combat the ‘Summer Slump’
Teladoc taps Brightline to expand pediatric and adolescent mental health services
TikTok Videos Show Reality of Teen Summer Depression—What Parents Need To Know

Discussing the ‘summer slump’ and how to combat it
America is mobilizing to protect kids’ mental health. Social media and online safety bills are a good start—but California is going the extra mile
Ernst & Young Bay Area Entrepreneurs of the Year: Naomi Allen
The Top 25 Healthcare Software Companies of 2024
Parents Are Paying More For Mental Health Care For Their Kids—And That Needs to Change

Medical Costs for Kids' Mental Health Jumped 31% in 5 Years
America’s Best Startup Employers

Five Mental Health Companies to Watch in 2024

Identity-centered care matters: Brightline x Violet Case Study

5 tips on talking to your kid about gun violence
Meet Getting an early start on autism: our virtual coaching program supporting parents of young children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
“I feel like I’m finally able to truly make an impact in meaningful ways” — Brightline coach spotlight
What our $105M Series C raise means for the future of virtual, equitable family behavioral healthcare.
“I love that I help other families get support as early as possible in their child’s journey” — Brightline family spotlight
“I’m so grateful to have found Brightline for my son” — Brightline member spotlight
“Brightline was there for our family at exactly the right time” — Brightline member spotlight
Children and depression: Why Brightline’s blended care model works

Brightline program effective in reducing symptoms of depression in children

Putting employee mental health first in 2022

Children are not mini adults
Tackling the adolescent mental health state of emergency — webinar recap

Supporting your employees through the holiday season
“This experience has made my heart even more wide open” — Brightline coach spotlight
Biden’s behavioral health initiative: A good start — but just a start
“No child is an island. Each one is supported by a village” — Brightline therapist spotlight
“With Brightline, I finally had options for my son” — Brightline family spotlight
Social media can be tough for families to manage. Here’s how to help them
Brightline launches new program focused on autism spectrum disorder
Meet Brightline’s new Clinical Advisory Board

Addressing bullying in and outside the workplace
How Brightline’s taking on the biggest challenges in pediatric behavioral health care — Webinar recap

Meet the newest leaders of Brightline’s operations team
Good ADHD care is hard to find. We’re making it easier
“Cultural factors are always at play” — Brightline therapist spotlight

Supporting your Latinx employees
“A therapist who calls you by your correct pronouns is healing in and of itself” — Brightline therapist spotlight

2021 Pediatric Behavioral Health Needs Survey

Brightline Connect+ and Coaching now available in all 50 states

Our kid’s behavioral health is in crisis. Here’s how to fix it — Part 2

How to address today’s urgent pediatric behavioral health crisis

In an age of anxiety, Brightline can help families deal with fear and worry

Brightline program is highly effective in reducing children’s anxiety

Meet Brightline’s growing clinical leadership team

Supporting your employees through the back-to-school season
“My family needed help. We couldn’t get it. Now I’m helping to change that” — Brightline family spotlight
“My desire is to create a safe space for families” — Brightline coach spotlight

Behavioral health and the aftermath of COVID-19 in the workplace

Brightline program is highly effective in reducing children’s disruptive behavior

Children’s disruptive behavior can sap work productivity. We have a solution

4 must-haves for a pediatric behavioral health benefit

Our kids’ behavioral health is in crisis. Here’s what went wrong — Part 1

An employer's guide to pediatric behavioral health benefits

Brightline raises $72 million in Series B financing, announces national expansion

How employers can address an urgent pediatric behavioral health crisis