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Brightline Launches Its First Clinic in Brooklyn, New York

In a significant milestone for children's mental health care, Brightline, a leader in pediatric mental health solutions, has opened its first bricks-and-mortar clinic in Brooklyn, New York. This development marks an important step in Brightline's mission to provide accessible, evidence-based mental health services to children, teenagers, and their families.

Located at 32 Court St., the clinic will not only serve as a hub for in-person consultations but also continue Brightline’s legacy of offering virtual care. The hybrid model introduced by the clinic gives families the flexibility to access care that suits their unique situations, whether in-person, online, or through a combination of both. This model has been shaped by feedback from over 150,000 families who have previously benefited from Brightline's services.

The Vision Behind Brightline

Naomi Allen, co-founder and CEO of Brightline, shares that the initiative to start Brightline stemmed from her own challenges in accessing proper mental health care for her child. With the new clinic, she hopes to help other families navigate similar challenges and receive the support they need. Allen emphasizes the importance of offering care that is not only convenient but also effective and tailored to the needs of each family.

The Brooklyn clinic is set to become the first of several planned locations across New York, aimed at expanding access to high-quality care. Additionally, Brightline is focusing on partnerships with insurers to make its services more affordable for families in the community.

Comprehensive Mental Health Services

The clinic's offerings will include:

• - In-Person Psychological Testing: Comprehensive testing for developmental disorders, including autism and learning difficulties.
• - General Therapy and Psychiatry Services: For children facing common mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and trauma, offering therapy and medication management as needed.
• - Specialized Programs: Targeted treatments for higher-acuity mental health concerns, including Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and disruptive behavior disorders.

The care provided at Brightline is family-centered, meaning that services are designed around the child's specific needs, developmental stage, and the concerns presented by the parents. Each family will receive a personalized care roadmap that aligns mental health support with their child’s pediatrician, enhancing continuity and collaboration in care.

Continuing Nationwide Efforts

In addition to establishing the Brooklyn clinic, Brightline will maintain its commitment to virtual care services that cater to families nationwide. The clinic in California is notable for its partnership with the California Department of Health Care Services and CALHope, which is designed to offer free behavioral health resources to families with children under 13, regardless of their financial circumstances or insurance coverage.

Naomi Allen concludes, stating that the goal of Brightline is to ensure that mental health care remains accessible, responsive, and human-centric. Whether families opt for in-person visits, virtual consultations, or a combination of both, Brightline is positioned to support them every step of the way.

As Brightline continues to innovate and expand its services, parents can look forward to receiving the best care designed to meet their children’s mental health needs, helping cultivate a healthier future for the next generation.