--- title: Get started with BrightLife Kids - A CalHOPE Program by Brightline! description: >- Get started with FREE behavioral health coaching from experts for California families with kids up to age 12. Virtual help for kids and caregivers. category: Page canonical_url: https://www.brightlife.kids/join/ source: BrightLife Kids license: © 2026 BrightLife Kids. All rights reserved. slug: join id: 5uB2zA6pB21N0G1tVA78dH contentType: page --- # Get support for the tough stuff, so your child can thrive Personalized support for California families. Kids ages 0–12 get free, expert coaching for sleep issues, worry, social skills, and more. Live, 1:1 video sessions, secure chat, on-demand content, and more. No cost. No insurance needed. All right from home. Click or call [(888) 275-5357](tel:8882755357) to get started. ![Wrapper for XUorY9myojQF0urFChS8N](https://images.ctfassets.net/c27ds9epot4n/XUorY9myojQF0urFChS8N/cef0f4f26bb4caa4a322a14d913ed62b/blk_kids.png) - [Sign Up for Free](https://app.hellobrightline.com/sign_up/) ## We’ve partnered with California to bring families no-cost care. Everything BrightLife Kids offers* is fully paid for by the State of California. Together, we are working to ensure all California families can find the behavioral health support they need, when they need it. If you have a California ZIP Code and a child ages 0–12, you’re qualified. We’re here for everyone — and free for everyone. ![Wrapper for 2tBNEnmJ4Kl15gkFBa4S2v](https://images.ctfassets.net/c27ds9epot4n/2tBNEnmJ4Kl15gkFBa4S2v/d85881d9fd820ba79c99ed439a8a3024/California_Cares_Family.jpg) **BrightLife Kids is a program created by Brightline. Therapy is not included as part of the free BrightLife Kids coaching program. Therapy is recommended for kids who require close monitoring for safety reasons, have been struggling for a long time, or have more complex challenges that are significantly impacting their day-to-day life. The cost of therapy may be lower if it is covered by insurance. If you have insurance and therapy is recommended for your child, we can **help you identify resources in your area.* ## For every age and stage *We’ve got the support you need.* - [Download the Apple iOS App](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brightline-mental-health/id1609464006) - [Download the Google Android App](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hellobrightline.caregiver) ### Infants/toddlers **AGES 0-4** *Coaching for new(ish) parents/caregivers* Learn about developmental milestones, manage separation anxiety, build patience, get kids to try new things, discover strategies for better sleep, and so much more. ![Wrapper for IOjm2W1OgsyZkpbUAvntj](https://images.ctfassets.net/c27ds9epot4n/IOjm2W1OgsyZkpbUAvntj/ed6345cae873fa665a94f777987286d4/AdobeStock_428107868.jpeg) ### Kids **AGES 5-8** *Coaching for kids and their parents/caregivers* Work on how to express big feelings like sadness, worry, and anger in healthy ways, encourage age-appropriate learning, balance alone time with social time, and so much more. ![Wrapper for 70QSwArszmE81h6Ms4Guby](https://images.ctfassets.net/c27ds9epot4n/70QSwArszmE81h6Ms4Guby/0e39afa098b8df3d4baf9c28b691c3a6/AdobeStock_280586309.jpeg) ### Tweens **Ages 9-12** *Coaching for preteens and their parents/caregivers* Learn to set boundaries on social media, manage peer pressure, nurture your tween’s growing sense of independence, build self-esteem, confidence, and inclusivity, and so much more. ![Wrapper for 5zFLU7lxB8AOc2oOAG22jF](https://images.ctfassets.net/c27ds9epot4n/5zFLU7lxB8AOc2oOAG22jF/0828bdf784e7fb86e4aa8967990a9d35/pexels-julia-m-cameron-4145349_1.png) ## What is BrightLife Kids? ### Personalized, 1:1 video sessions with diverse coaches many are bilingual in English/Spanish** **and have experience working with BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities, and we support translation services in 19 languages ![Wrapper for EjAl3nTUbPkGy1bFJQi2Z](https://images.ctfassets.net/c27ds9epot4n/EjAl3nTUbPkGy1bFJQi2Z/e26e49b05f528850d62d0d0b6efd0c2d/Icon_Check_Mark_Green.svg) ### Secure chat with your coach and on-demand resources to get help with day-to-day challenges and questions that come up between sessions ![Wrapper for EjAl3nTUbPkGy1bFJQi2Z](https://images.ctfassets.net/c27ds9epot4n/EjAl3nTUbPkGy1bFJQi2Z/e26e49b05f528850d62d0d0b6efd0c2d/Icon_Check_Mark_Green.svg) ### Expert guidance to help you understand your child’s needs and navigate community resources for therapy, psychiatry, or medication management ![Wrapper for EjAl3nTUbPkGy1bFJQi2Z](https://images.ctfassets.net/c27ds9epot4n/EjAl3nTUbPkGy1bFJQi2Z/e26e49b05f528850d62d0d0b6efd0c2d/Icon_Check_Mark_Green.svg) ### Peace of mind knowing your concerns are heard, your child has support, and your family’s information is always kept private and secure ![Wrapper for EjAl3nTUbPkGy1bFJQi2Z](https://images.ctfassets.net/c27ds9epot4n/EjAl3nTUbPkGy1bFJQi2Z/e26e49b05f528850d62d0d0b6efd0c2d/Icon_Check_Mark_Green.svg) ![Wrapper for 7KcXrkcLeyqMqy0YgRTwtl](https://images.ctfassets.net/c27ds9epot4n/7KcXrkcLeyqMqy0YgRTwtl/d78f176540e5e985f2384eb3c5fca479/Frame_1__1_.png) - [Get started](https://app.hellobrightline.com/sign_up/) ## As seen on ### California launches 2 free apps to support youth mental health services ![Wrapper for 4Ja1TVDGQErVQ8ZPdVhgPd](https://images.ctfassets.net/c27ds9epot4n/4Ja1TVDGQErVQ8ZPdVhgPd/3231bcaa0fbdd695aa52552b8cab7768/abc7.jpeg) ### State launches new, free mental health resources for California kids and teens ![Wrapper for 3PCOKljj3nN2wT2h9TfuiW](https://images.ctfassets.net/c27ds9epot4n/3PCOKljj3nN2wT2h9TfuiW/540705a79aa47d1bcd04d1bc90e193dd/KCRA.png) - [KCRA](https://www.kcra.com/article/new-free-mental-health-resource-california-kids/46433727) ## Here for you We're your partner as you learn skills, find support, and build self-confidence. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCKVqeSj5IQ ## Want to bring BrightLife Kids to families in your community? Now more than ever, kids and families are struggling with behavioral health challenges. California-based community organizations in education, healthcare, and the nonprofit sector can help BrightLife Kids connect with families to deliver the support they need. Let’s team up! ![Wrapper for 165guRPOADwLdzHSzN9OXm](https://images.ctfassets.net/c27ds9epot4n/165guRPOADwLdzHSzN9OXm/3ae94ae72a126583e7a22cd32988f07c/AdobeStock_411783323_2.png) - [Learn more](/partners/) ## What BrightLife Kids parents and caregivers are saying ### Talula, BrightLife Kids member, Age 8 *BrightLife Kids member* Dad, I had an anxious moment this morning and I remembered what Jordan (BrightLife Kids Coach) told me and I said it to myself 3 times and the day was great ### BrightLife Kids parent Parenting is hard, and the stakes are high, and now I feel like I have a parenting coach. Improving my parenting and my relationship with my kids pays off in terms of my quality of life SO much. ### BrightLife Kids parent I often feel like a failure as a parent, but Brightline has been giving me hope that it can get better. ## It takes just a few minutes to get started - [Sign Up for Free](https://app.hellobrightline.com/sign_up/) ### Create your account Click the "Sign Up For Free" button below to get started. ### Tell us about your family Based on your answers to a few short questions, you’ll get personalized care options. ### Chat with a coach, schedule a session You can start a chat any time and video visits are available within days.