- Relationship focus
- Trauma informed care
- Bilingual English Spanish
About Sebastian
Sebastian Bliffeld is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing in New York with 14 years of professional experience. He is bilingual in English and Spanish and holds licensure in both New York and New Jersey. Sebastian focuses on issues that affect daily life and relationships, offering straightforward guidance and steady support.
He often works with people facing relationship strain, trauma or abuse, and challenges around intimacy. Parenting concerns and anger are other common topics he addresses. Sebastian also helps with workplace stress, caregiver burden, and problems related to chronic illness or traumatic brain injury.
Sessions are shaped to each person’s needs. He aims to listen first, then build a plan together that fits goals and circumstances. Sebastian emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in his work and adapts his approach as a client’s situation evolves.
Over his career he has supported people dealing with guilt and shame, life purpose questions, money and financial stress, and cultural or multicultural concerns. He also helps those processing divorce and separation and people navigating men’s issues or questions about sexuality and self-love.
For those who prefer Spanish, he can conduct therapy in that language. He accepts international clients and practices with a focus on real-world change and better functioning in daily life.
How therapeutic approaches guide online sessions
Many therapists use evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on skills and real-life changes. One common approach involves helping people process traumatic memories and reduce their impact on daily life by teaching grounding and coping strategies that can be practiced between sessions. Another widely used method centers on improving communication and interaction patterns so people can handle conflicts and rebuild trust in relationships.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss options, listen to your goals, and recommend methods that fit your situation and preferences. That decision is collaborative and can change as needs evolve.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for brief check-ins when a full in-person visit feels difficult. Talk with the therapist about what will best support your progress and how to arrange sessions that match your daily life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
14+ years
Credentials
New York, New Jersey
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Sebastian address?
He works with relationship problems, trauma and abuse, intimacy issues, parenting concerns, and anger. Additional focus areas include workplace issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and multicultural concerns.
What is his general therapeutic style?
He listens first and tailors dialogue and a treatment plan to each person. The approach emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and practical steps for everyday life.
How much experience does he have?
He brings 14 years of professional experience to his practice and has worked with a range of concerns across relationships and life transitions.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is an LMFT licensed in New York and New Jersey and is based in New York.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with him?
Yes, he accepts international clients.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.