Change a mother’s life, change a child’s life.

Comprehensive mental health support through all stages of reproductive life.

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The Seleni Institute is a global nonprofit dedicated to transforming mental healthcare by addressing the unique needs of women, mothers, and families.

Through direct clinical services, professional training, and advocacy, Seleni works to close critical gaps in reproductive and maternal mental healthcare.

  • Therapy for Individuals and Couples

    Our clinicians provide individualized therapy for individuals and couples facing challenges related to reproductive health, perinatal experiences, family-building, and significant life transitions.

    We offer personalized psychotherapy both in-person at our New York City office and via secure telehealth for residents of Florida, New Jersey, New York, and Virginia.

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  • Women's Mental Health Training Courses

    Our evidence-based training equips healthcare professionals with the essential knowledge and clinical skills to confidently support individuals navigating reproductive and maternal mental health challenges.

    Designed to improve care quality across every stage of life, our courses give providers the tools they need to better serve women and families with compassion, confidence, and competence.

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Impact

1 in 5 women experience PMADs and 80% go untreated.

We’re here to close that gap.

Professionals Trained

7.5K+

5K+

Patients Treated

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Three people holding signs with numbers, standing in front of a backdrop with logos and text 'The Art Therapy Project' and 'Mastercard'. The woman on the left holds a sign with '164' and 'Seema Bajaji', the woman in the middle has a sign with '142' and 'Margaux Gleber', and the man on the right holds a sign with '163' and 'Babalola Jinadu'.
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“I went into therapy feeling like a child and came out feeling like I had truly grown as an adult. I do not think I would have the healthy relationship I have today with my two children without the support I received from Seleni.”

— Patient

“Far too professionals in mental health and maternal-newborn health struggle to fully recognize the unique challenges bereaved parents face and provide a compassionate, judgment-free space as they navigate profound loss. This training is essential.”

— Trainee

News

News & Updates
Introducing Seleni’s New Fertility Coursework for Mental Health Professionals
Introducing Seleni’s New Fertility Coursework for Mental Health Professionals

Seleni’s new Fertility Coursework equips mental health professionals with the tools to support patients through the emotional complexities of infertility and family building. Launching September 2025, this evidence-based training series offers four modules designed to strengthen clinical practice and expand referral opportunities.

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Webinar: Basics of Perinatal Mental Health
Webinar: Basics of Perinatal Mental Health

Join us on Wednesday, August 20 from 12–1 PM EST for a one-hour introduction to the essentials of perinatal mental health. 1 CE

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Complex Conversations: Using Compassionate Communication in Perinatal Care
Complex Conversations: Using Compassionate Communication in Perinatal Care

Dr. Manzella and Dr. Jinadu join Mom & Mind to share how clinicians can navigate difficult conversations with empathy, clarity, and lasting impact.

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Advice & Support

Advice & Support
The Role of a Reproductive Mental Health Professional During Infertility Treatments
The Role of a Reproductive Mental Health Professional During Infertility Treatments

Reproductive mental health professionals are essential partners in fertility care, offering counseling, crisis support, and guidance through complex family-building decisions to improve patient outcomes.

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Infertility and Emotional Wellbeing: Why Mental Health Must Be Part of the Conversation
Infertility and Emotional Wellbeing: Why Mental Health Must Be Part of the Conversation

Explore real patient stories, the psychological toll of infertility, and how providers can integrate mental health care to support the whole person, not just the diagnosis.

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We See You: Navigating Family Planning in Uncertain Times
We See You: Navigating Family Planning in Uncertain Times

Nneka Symister, LCSW, is a seasoned mental health clinician who works closely with individuals and couples navigating fertility, family planning, and reproductive challenges. She reflects on how today’s shifting political and legal landscape is creating fear, uncertainty, and grief for those trying to grow their families, and offers compassionate guidance and support for anyone feeling overwhelmed during this time.

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