About Bria Leyden, LMHC-D, LPC
Bria Leyden is a licensed mental health counselor (with diagnostic privilege in New York) and therapy manager at Brightline’s Brooklyn clinic and also provides online care to families in Connecticut and New Jersey. She has over 7 years of experience in community clinics, private practice, and telehealth. She works with kids, teens, and parents navigating challenges with anxiety, mood disorders, OCD, emotional regulation, identity development, and family stress.
Bria utilizes evidence-based practices, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and parent management training (PMT), and has experience providing diagnostic evaluations and individual therapy.
Bria creates a supportive, approachable environment where kids and teens feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and emotions. She understands the importance of trust and rapport in helping kids and families feel safe opening up. By tailoring her approach to each person’s personality, culture, and experiences, Bria ensures therapy feels relatable and effective.
Professional Summary
Education:
Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health (MS), Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience & Psychology (BS), Penn State University
Therapeutic approaches and certification(s): Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), parent management training (PMT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), motivational interviewing
License Type(s): Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Diagnostic Privilege (LMHC-D), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
States where clinician is licensed: Connecticut (9785), New Jersey (37PC00973900), New York (011923)
Experience:
Senior Therapist, Fort Health
Clinical Supervisor & Therapist, Footprints Mental Health Counseling
Psychotherapist, Bleuler Psychotherapy Center
Psychotherapist, Metropolitan Center for Mental Health
Training:
MS Internship, Clinical Therapist & Addictions Counselor, Behavioral Health Clinic Baltimore, MD
Externship, NYU Langone Cohens Veterans Center
Externship, Mount Sinai Mood & Anxiety Disorders Program
Meet our online Connecticut clinical providers
Brightline providers online therapy and medication management services for families who aren't able to make it to one of our clinics around New York City.
Heather Buzbee, CPNP-PC, PMHNP-BC
“I love helping families find holistic, evidence-based solutions to improve the mental health and well-being of their kids and teens."
Miki Lasher, PhD
"It makes me very happy when I see a child thrive, after appropriate interventions are put in place, because an accurate diagnosis has been given. It is always interesting and fulfilling work!"
Gabrielle Lee, LICSW
"My work is relational in nature; I believe in making each child feel comfortable so we can build a solid foundation of trust in the therapeutic relationship. I believe in the strength and individuality of every child."
Bria Leyden, LMHC-D, LPC
"I am passionate about supporting kids and teens as well as collaborating with parents to support their families."
Ephat Russcol, MD
“I truly love all my Brightline families and I value working as a team to help children be their best selves!”
Sylvia Ryszewska, PhD
"I am most passionate about providing early intervention care as it can and does change the lives and trajectory of kids and families."
Nikki Vega, LCSW
"I’m passionate about helping families strengthen connection while building skills that support their child's confidence and independence."
Charlie Xiao, PMHNP
“I am passionate about making a positive impact on each child's life and helping them overcome their struggles and challenges. Their resiliency and successes, large and small, are what inspire me each and every day."
Meet our online New Jersey clinical providers
Brightline providers online therapy and medication management services for families who aren't able to make it to one of our clinics around New York City.
Heather Buzbee, CPNP-PC, PMHNP-BC
“I love helping families find holistic, evidence-based solutions to improve the mental health and well-being of their kids and teens."
Bria Leyden, LMHC-D, LPC
"I am passionate about supporting kids and teens as well as collaborating with parents to support their families."
Ephat Russcol, MD
“I truly love all my Brightline families and I value working as a team to help children be their best selves!”
Sylvia Ryszewska, PhD
"I am most passionate about providing early intervention care as it can and does change the lives and trajectory of kids and families."
Subina Sharma, LMHC-DP
“What inspires me most about my work is helping families build resilience and connection while supporting kids as they develop confidence and emotional balance.”
Nikki Vega, LCSW
"I’m passionate about helping families strengthen connection while building skills that support their child's confidence and independence."
Charlie Xiao, PMHNP
“I am passionate about making a positive impact on each child's life and helping them overcome their struggles and challenges. Their resiliency and successes, large and small, are what inspire me each and every day."
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