Dr. Nina Bakoyiannis, PhD, New York, NY

About Dr. Nina Bakoyiannis

Focus areas

Depression

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Psychodynamic

Integrative

Relational

Person-Centered

Trauma Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Nina Bakoyiannis

If you live with a physical disability or chronic illness, you may feel deeply alone in ways that are hard to explain. You might feel misunderstood by doctors, friends, family, or even previous therapists, expected to “push through,” stay positive, or minimize how much these experiences shape your daily life. Many come to therapy feeling isolated, grieving changes in their health or identity, and exhausted from having to advocate for themselves. Starting therapy is an act of bravery and self-love. It can feel like a big step, especially if you’ve felt dismissed in the past. I look forward to working collaboratively in a way that honors your experience and supports meaningful change. Outside of therapy, I am an adjunct assistant CUNY professor, an avid reader, and a life-long New Yorker.

What should a new client know about working with you?

I specialize in working with individuals living with physical disabilities, complex health conditions, or chronic illness. As someone with a physical disability myself, I bring both clinical training and lived experience to this work. I understand how disability can impact your sense of self, relationships, independence, and emotional well-being, and how invalidating it can feel when these realities aren’t fully seen.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

My therapeutic approach is rooted in psychodynamic theory and practice. Our work focuses on understanding how emotional experience, the body, and relationships shape one another. We explore grief, anger, fear, identity shifts, and the loneliness that can come with living in a body that doesn’t always cooperate, while also examining relational patterns and unconscious processes that influence how you move through the world. Therapy is not only about feeling understood, but about creating space for change, integration, and new ways of relating to yourself and others. At its core, the work aims to strengthen a more grounded and coherent sense of self, while allowing room for resilience, humor, and connection to emerge.

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In-network insurances

Dr. Nina Bakoyiannis has +2 in-network plans.

Out-of-pocket fees and assistance

Initial session: $385 for 60 minutes

Ongoing session: $300 for 50 minutes

Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay

More information on payments and coverage

I am in-network with Northwell and Pratt's UHC Student plan, NYSHIP members are covered, and we will provide superbills for other carriers to keep therapy affordable and accessible to everyone. Please reach out with any questions.

Popular visit reasons

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

Mood Swings

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Women's Mental Health Issues

Anxiety Disorder

Depression

Mood Swings

New Patient Visit

Office location

Dr. Nina Bakoyiannis, PhD also offers online video visits for patients

SelfWorks

150 E 58th St, 21st Fl, New York, NY 10155

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Education and background

Practice names

SelfWorks

Education and training

Long Island University Brooklyn, PhD in Clinical Psychology

NPI number

1932986890

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Nina Bakoyiannis?

Generally, Dr. Nina Bakoyiannis has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Bakoyiannis's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Dr. Nina Bakoyiannis accepting new patients?

Dr. Nina Bakoyiannis generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Bakoyiannis's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Dr. Nina Bakoyiannis accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Nina Bakoyiannis online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dr. Bakoyiannis using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Dr. Nina Bakoyiannis work with?

Dr. Nina Bakoyiannis works with SelfWorks.

Where is Dr. Nina Bakoyiannis's office located?

Dr. Nina Bakoyiannis has 2 office locations, including in New York and Smyrna, view full addresses on Dr. Bakoyiannis's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Nina Bakoyiannis?

Dr. Nina Bakoyiannis frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Nina Bakoyiannis on their profile.