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The Seleni Institute is a New York City–based nonprofit dedicated to improving mental health care for women and families at every stage of life, from fertility and pregnancy to parenting and beyond. The Seleni Institute is a nonprofit organization that was founded by Nitzia and George Logothetis in 2011 to destigmatize and transform mental health and wellness by addressing real-life issues that challenge the emotional health of women, men, and their families.

06/04/2026

Women's health has long been underfunded, under-researched, and overlooked.

Melinda French Gates announced an additional $215 million investment through Pivotal to advance women's health globally. The funding includes a $40 million grant to Co-Impact to integrate mental health into maternal and primary care (particularly in Africa) and a $10 million grant to The Menopause Society to expand provider education and improve access to menopause care in the United States.

At the Seleni Institute, we see the impact of these gaps every day. Whether it's a new parent struggling with postpartum depression, a couple navigating infertility, or a woman seeking support through menopause, mental health remains an essential and frequently neglected part of healthcare.

Meaningful progress requires investment in research, provider education, accessible care, and evidence-based resources that support women throughout every stage of reproductive life. 💙

We're encouraged to see women's health receiving the attention and funding it deserves and remain committed to ensuring that mental health is part of the conversation.

06/03/2026

What happens when nearly 100 healthcare professionals come together to learn about Black Perinatal Mental Health?

📈 100% said they would recommend the program to others
📈 98% achieved the webinar's learning objectives
📈 95% reported enhanced professional expertise
📈 Confidence in supporting Black birthing clients increased by 20%

Thank you to Dr. Solimar Santiago-Warner, the Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern NJ, and the 98 professionals who joined us for this important conversation on advancing birth equity and improving maternal mental health outcomes.

Education is one of the most powerful tools we have to address disparities in care. We're grateful to be part of these critical conversations and look forward to continuing this work together. 💙

Interested in partnering with Seleni on a webinar, training, or educational event? We’d love to connect! Reach out to explore collaboration opportunities → [email protected] / https://seleni.org/partners

06/01/2026

Families come in many forms and every parent deserves support.

On Global Day of Parents, we recognize the emotional labor, identity shifts, and mental health challenges that can come with pregnancy, parenthood, fertility journeys, loss, and caregiving.

💙 1 in 5 women experience a maternal mental health condition during pregnancy or postpartum.
💙 Untreated parental mental health conditions can impact the well-being of the entire family system.

We believe caring for parents is caring for families. Learn more about our mental health services & support by visiting seleni.org. 🔗

05/28/2026

A new The New York Times opinion piece is reigniting an urgent conversation: why does support for mothers drop off so sharply after birth?

The article examines the major gaps in postpartum care in the U.S., where many women receive extensive prenatal care but little sustained support after delivery; despite the fact that postpartum complications can last months or even years.

➡️ There is a misconception that recovery ends at the six-week postpartum visit
➡️ Many mothers face long-term physical and mental health effects after birth
➡️ Persistent gaps in healthcare access, follow-up care, and support systems exist
➡️ We need to treat postpartum care as a critical part of maternal healthcare, not an afterthought

Research continues to show that the period is one of the most vulnerable times for maternal health. Yet many women are left navigating exhaustion, pain, mental health challenges, and major life transitions with minimal clinical or community support.

Postpartum care cannot stop once the baby arrives. Maternal wellbeing requires sustained care, early intervention, and systems that recognize recovery as a long-term process, not a six-week milestone. 💙

Read the full guest essay: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/25/opinion/women-childbirth-postpartum-care.html

05/26/2026

The Seleni Institute and the New York State Perinatal Association (NYSPA) invite you to a free Lunch & Learn webinar this Thursday, May 28.

Join Seleni Founding Clinician, Dr. Christiane Manzella, PhD, for a clinically grounded overview of perinatal loss, including miscarriage, stillbirth, and neonatal death.

📅 May 28, 2026
⏰ 12–1 PM ET
🔗 Register for FREE: https://seleni.org/events/webinar-perinatal-loss-grief-2026-05

The session is designed for health care professionals seeking to strengthen their clinical competence in reproductive mental health care and anyone else who is interested in the topic!

Note: CEUs and certificates will not be provided.

05/22/2026

We recently partnered with the Urban Perinatal Education Center in Rhode Island for our second in-person training together focused on Black maternal mental health and adolescent perinatal mental health.

Led by Dr. Solimar Santiago-Warner, Birth Trauma & Loss Therapist, educator, and member of the Seleni Institute's Clinical Advisory Board, the training:

💙 Reminded us that the body carries what people live through: stress, trauma, grief, racism, inequity, survival, and resilience.
💙 Invited us to reflect on the wisdom and responsibility many young parents carry as they navigate family, community, and systems of care.

Thank you to everyone who shared, listened, and helped make this in-person gathering possible. 🫶

Interested in bringing an in-person training to your organization or community? Let’s chat! 📨 Email our team at [email protected]

05/20/2026

For 15 years, the Seleni Institute has worked to advance reproductive and maternal mental healthcare through education, training, and advocacy.

To celebrate this milestone, we’re offering 50% off CE/CME courses and training bundles from May 20–23, 2026. 🥳

Use code: SELENI50
Offer valid May 20–23 only
Shop here: https://seleni.mykajabi.com/store

Looking to deepen your understanding of perinatal mental health, infertility, reproductive psychology, grief and loss, or culturally responsive care? Learn with leading experts in the field while earning CE/CME credit.

05/18/2026

The Seleni Institute and the New York State Perinatal Association (NYSPA) invite you to a free Lunch & Learn webinar.

Join Seleni's Dr. Christiane Manzella, PhD for a clinically grounded overview of perinatal loss, including miscarriage, stillbirth, and neonatal death.

💻 Free Lunch & Learn webinar
📅 May 28, 2026
⏰ 12–1 PM ET
🔗 Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nyspa-lunch-and-learn-thursday-may-28th-12-1pm-perinatal-loss-tickets-1985160870603

The session is designed for health care professionals seeking to strengthen their clinical competence in reproductive mental health care and anyone else who is interested in the topic!

Note: CEUs and certificates will not be provided.

05/15/2026

A few highlights from the American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists - ACOG's 2026 Annual Clinical & Scientific Meeting in Washington, D.C. ✨

We loved spending time with clinicians, advocates, and leaders from across the country who are working to improve maternal and reproductive healthcare. 💙

From thoughtful conversations around to discussions about the future of patient care, we left inspired by the people and ideas shaping this field.

Thank you to everyone who connected with our team. We’re excited to keep the conversation going!

05/13/2026

Nitzia Logothetis, Co-Founder and Chair of the Board of the Seleni Institute, was honored with the Global Impact Award at the Hostos Community College Foundation’s 2026 Scholarship Benefit on April 30.

Her message was clear: this work is urgent.

• 1 in 5 women experiences a perinatal mental health condition and 80% go untreated
• Black women are 3–4x more likely to die from pregnancy-related causes than white women

These are not just statistics. They point to systemic gaps in care that continue to impact women and families every day.

As Nitzia shared, “Change a mother’s life, and you change a child’s life.” Investing in women’s mental health is an investment in the wellbeing of generations to come.

Thank you to the Hostos Community College Foundation for this recognition and for helping elevate conversations that too often go unheard. 💙

Read more: https://www.hostos.cuny.edu/Home-Page-Content/News/2026-Hostos-Community-College-Foundation-Benefit-I

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122 E 64th Street, Ste 1R
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http://www.seleni.org/

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