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Is your child refusing school?

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

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

Want kinder kids? Start by being kinder to yourself

When families change: Helping kids navigate divorce

Big changes, big feelings, and a new baby

Put the "good" back in "good morning"

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

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

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

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

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

9 ways to help when tragedy strikes locally

Talking about shootings and violence at school

5 tips on talking to your child about gun violence

Finding holiday happiness

Holiday survival guide for parents

Decoding (and handling) your child's big behaviors

Friends, foes, and the silent unfollow

Affirming and supporting your LGBTQ+ child

Affirming care saves lives

Cyberbullies beware

Substance use: How to keep conversations real

Could YOUR child be bullying others?

When sad becomes something more

School-year stress?

The talk you don’t even want to think about

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

Anxiety in kids — when to get support

Managing anxiety as a family

What good ADHD support looks like

Kids, depression, and how Brightline is here to help

The difference between kind and nice

Social anxiety in teens

Disruptive behavior solutions that work

Autism care

Girls and anxiety

Suicide. Let’s talk about it.

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

How to keep talking about mental health all year long

Decoding your child’s behavior and helping them express themselves

Let’s talk about everyone’s mental health

Ten ways to help your family fly into summer

Brightline is now open in New York

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

Ages & Stages: Making and keeping friends

Celebrating history and teaching self-love

February's Monthly Mantra Coloring Sheet

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 start 2025 with a clean slate

How to build optimism one step at a time

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
Myths and truths about suicide

A guide for talking about mental health and suicide with your child

Autism: Recognizing symptoms and finding support for your family
Easy home adjustments to help children with autism

What every parent should know about childhood depression

How to handle school avoidance

Tough transitions and performance pressure

Cyberbullying: Social media, gaming, and online frenemies

7 practical homework tips for ADHD kids

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)

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

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

Big Changes and Big Feelings: A Guide for Parents

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?
6 tips for raising grateful kids in a modern world
It’s ok if the holidays aren’t “magical” this year

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

Your guide to managing BIG back-to-school feelings
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
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
“Cultural factors are always at play” — 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
“My desire is to create a safe space for families” — Brightline coach spotlight

The last year in mental health, according to a teen

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

How teletherapy measures up to in-person care for kids & teens