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We partner with the top 25 largest school districts serving kids ages 0–12 in California

Schools are often the first place caregivers turn when their child is struggling. Many have dedicated staff, but schools shouldn’t have to be the sole source of support for families.

That’s where BrightLife Kids can help. We’re proud to be partnered with 40+ County Offices of Education, 200+ school districts, and 270+ schools across California. 

These partnerships expand vital access to free behavioral health support for students and families — lifting some of the burden that school staff carry along the way.

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Why school partnerships make so much sense

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Free and accessible for families

All services are 100% free, confidential, and online; no insurance or referrals needed.

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Easy-to-share resources

Flexible tools and plug-and-play materials ease communication with staff and teachers.

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Support beyond the classroom

Coaching improves relationships, communication, and behaviors at home and at school.

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An aligned resource for families

School staff has an additional free source of support to share with the families and kids they care so much about.

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For school leaders and administrators

The well-being of your students impacts their own attendance and ability to learn, and more broadly, your staff and school culture. Partnering with BrightLife Kids gives your schools expanded support for staff, students, and families. It’s flexible, scalable, easy to implement, and serves as:

  • An additional source of behavioral health support with no extra staff or cost

  • Reinforcement of existing MTSS and student support frameworks

  • More accessible resources for families navigating stress, tough transitions, or behavioral concerns

  • A trusted, reliable service that helps strengthen the school-family relationship

How we partner with schools
We work with schools and districts in ways that fit their existing systems and goals:

  • Staff trainings and informational sessions

  • School-wide awareness campaigns

  • Parent workshops and caregiver presentations

  • Resource sharing through newsletters, parent portals, and wellness centers

A letter from the California State Superintendent

The California Department of Education (CDE), in collaboration with the California Health and Human Services Agency and the Department of Health Care Services, recognizes BrightLife Kids as an essential partner for schools. They not only approve of our program, but also encourage educators to promote our services and incorporate our high-quality behavioral health coaching into their existing wellness supports.

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What schools are saying

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BrightLife Kids is a wonderful resource for families and students. It's an accessible tool that families can use — to help with kids who need behavioral support and those who simply need someone to speak with on a regular basis. This is such a vital resource for our families to access! We recognize that students and families need support, not just with the learning aspect of school, but social, emotional, and behavioral as well. The support BrightLife Kids is providing to students 0-12 years old and to their parents/caregivers is beyond amazing! I'm grateful that a program like this exists for families in our school and the whole state.

New Los Angeles Charter Schools

Working with BrightLife Kids has been a great partnership. The resources provided to parents have helped empower families to become more resilient.

Garvey Early Learning Department

Monterey Vista PTA is grateful to BrightLife Kids for partnering with us to bring valuable services to our students. Their presence at Back-to-School Night helped connect families with free resources for children in grades K–6. We truly appreciate their commitment to our community and the positive impact they’re making in the lives of our kids.

Monterey Vista Elementary School PTA

At GALS LA, we are deeply committed to supporting the whole child — academically, emotionally, and socially. BrightLife Kids has been an invaluable partner in helping our students and families access free, high-quality behavioral health support. Their diverse team of coaches and easy-to-use platform ensure that children get the care they need when they need it. We are grateful for the positive impact BrightLife Kids has on our school community.

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For teachers and classroom staff

Teachers are often the first to notice when a student may need additional support. BrightLife Kids gives educators a simple, low-lift way to help families access resources beyond the classroom.

BrightLife Kids can support you with:

  • Big emotions and behavior challenges

  • School stress and anxiety

  • Transitions, routines, and peer relationships

  • Family stress impacting classroom behavior or attendance

How teachers can share this free resource

  • Share BrightLife Kids during conversations with caregivers

  • Include resources in classroom or parent communications

  • Recommend support for families navigating behavioral concerns

  • Connect families to additional help without creating extra work for school staff

Built to support, not replace, school-based services

BrightLife Kids is designed to complement the work schools are already doing.

  • Coaching is grounded in evidence-informed approaches, including CBT- and DBT-informed techniques

  • Support focuses on prevention and early intervention

  • Care is culturally responsive, with bilingual coaches and multilingual support available

  • Families can access services virtually from anywhere in California

Our goal is to help schools expand access to support while keeping students connected to the trusted adults already in their lives.

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What partnership can look like

Schools partner with BrightLife Kids in ways that feel natural within their existing community support efforts:

  • Sharing flyers or digital resources with families

  • Hosting caregiver workshops or wellness events

  • Including BrightLife Kids in resource lists or referral pathways

  • Inviting BrightLife Kids to participate in school events or staff trainings

Whether you’re supporting one family or building a broader school-wide initiative, we’re here to work alongside you.

Why community organizations partner with us

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Free and accessible for families

No cost, insurance, or eligibility requirements, families can access support right away

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Easy to share and integrate

Flexible tools and resources that fit into your existing programs and workflows

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Culturally responsive, multilingual support

Bilingual coaches and translation services help families feel understood and supported

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Support beyond your organization’s capacity

Gives families another place to turn and taking concerns off of your team’s plate

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When schools and families have more support, students are better positioned to thrive.

BrightLife Kids helps schools extend behavioral health support beyond the classroom, so students, caregivers, and staff all feel more supported along the way.

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FAQs

Is BrightLife Kids really free?

Yes. Coaching through BrightLife Kids is 100% free for every California child ages 0–12 and their parents or caregivers. The state of California has fully funded this program, which is why it’s free for families.

Note that coaching is not therapy. 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.

Will BrightLife Kids always be free?

The partnership between BrightLife Kids and the state of California will last for several years — and the program will be free to every California family with kids ages 0–12 for the length of that partnership. The California Department of Health Care Services is working to extend BrightLife Kids beyond that time.

Is there a limit to how many coaching sessions a family/child can have?

No, there’s no limit to how many sessions a family can have. That said, BrightLife Kids is designed to be a short-term support system — our goal is to teach kids and their families the skills that they need now, so they are empowered to help themselves in the future. Sessions usually happen once a week, but it can vary based on the child’s needs. 

How long are the coaching sessions?

Coaching sessions are typically 30 minutes long and held online over Zoom.

How long can kids and families access services?

For as long as you need it! There is no limit to a family’s access to services. Parents and caregivers can start by reading blogs, browsing the website, or start with live, private coaching with their child. If guidance and referrals from our Coach Specialists is needed, we can help you access services in your community. We know kids and situations change all the time, so families are welcome to start coaching, transition out, and come back when a new challenge arises.