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Marina Orphanides

Mental Health Counselor Seda Ayata, LMHC
Available this week
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Relationship Issues, Grief,
Insurance: Cigna, Aetna, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Anthem,

Introduction

My clients are individuals who’ve spent much of their lives striving for love or approval from emotionally unavailable or reactive people. They’re often feeling depleted from managing others’ moods, questioning their worth, or second-guessing their own needs. Many have experienced challenging relational dynamics or are navigating significant life transitions—such as moving, starting a new career, or adjusting to shifting roles—and want to break old patterns. Whether in individual or couples therapy, their goal is to understand how past experiences shape their patterns and to show up for themselves with compassion. I tailor therapy using psychodynamic, cognitive, solution-focused, and relational approaches. I have a focus on working with all ages exploring identity and anxiety (including OCD), as well as the quality of relationship dynamics. I aim to support them through insight-building, nervous system regulation, and relational healing. You may feel tired of always being the one to keep the peace or hold it all together. If you’ve been shaped by difficult relationships, life transitions, or ongoing challenges, you deserve support that honors your experience and fosters healing in mind and body. Therapy can offer relief, connection, and real change. Let’s work together, when you feel ready.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY White

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts insurance

Licenses

  • LMHC #16068 (NY)

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples

Age groups

  • Children (6-12)
  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • English
  • Modern Greek (1453-)

Payment options

Pay with insurance

Marina Orphanides accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Cigna
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • Anthem
  • United Healthcare

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Fee Description $80 - $150

Locations

New Start Mental Health Counseling PLLC
Forest Hills, NY 11375-1707
New Start Mental Health Counseling PLLC

Frequently asked questions

Is Marina Orphanides accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Marina Orphanides is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Monarch website.
Does Marina Orphanides offer telehealth appointments? Marina Orphanides does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Monarch profile.
What areas does Marina Orphanides specialize in? Marina Orphanides specializes in the following areas: Abuse Survivors, Adjustment Disorder, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Body Image Disorders, College Mental Health, Communication Issues, Couples Counseling, Depression, Emotional Abuse, Food Allergies and Intolerances, Grief, Narcissistic Personality, Relationship Issues, and Trauma.

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