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Sebastian Bliffeld

Sebastian Bliffeld

LMFT

Therapist · New York · 14+ years of experience

Compassionate, practical therapy for relationship and anger concerns

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  • Relationship focus
  • Anger support
  • Bilingual English Spanish

About Sebastian

Sebastian Bliffeld is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 14 years of clinical practice in New York and New Jersey. He speaks English and Spanish and focuses on helping people who are facing relationship strain, trauma, intimacy challenges, parenting stress, and anger. He aims to meet clients where they are and to create a respectful, compassionate space for change.

He centers sessions on the person's unique needs and life situation. Conversations and any plan are shaped to fit real-world goals, not one-size-fits-all formulas. Sebastian listens for what matters most and helps people identify small, usable steps they can try between sessions.

His work includes addressing caregiver stress, chronic pain or illness, communication breakdowns, control issues, and the strain that comes with divorce or separation. He also supports people facing guilt, shame, questions about life purpose, men’s issues, and workplace conflicts. He brings experience with post-traumatic stress and traumatic brain injury-related concerns as well.

Sessions are practical and candid. Sebastian focuses on concrete strategies alongside chances to talk through the emotions under the problem. He adapts his pace to each person, aiming for progress that feels manageable and relevant.

People who meet with him can expect straight talk, cultural sensitivity, and a collaborative approach. He invites prospective clients to begin with a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first appointment to see if the fit feels right.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger management

Additional focus areas

Caregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationGuilt and shameLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualityTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issues

Experience

14+ years

Credentials

New York, New Jersey

Languages

English, Spanish

Approaches that guide online work and how they help

Evidence-based therapeutic techniques are the backbone of his practice. He uses approaches that focus on practical skills and clear steps to reduce conflict and improve communication. These methods often include structured conversations to address relationship patterns and guided strategies for managing anger and emotional triggers.

Another common focus is trauma-informed care that pays attention to safety and pacing. This kind of approach helps people who have experienced abuse or post-traumatic stress by moving at a comfortable speed and using techniques to lessen reactivity and build calm over time.

Finding the right approach is part of therapy. He treats the choice of method as a team decision, matching tools to a person's goals, life context, and preferences. Clients and the therapist check in together to see what is helping and what needs adjustment.

For practical matters, confirm the current session options before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules demand them. He will discuss which arrangement best fits a client's routine and treatment goals during the intake process.

At a glance

Listed location
New York
Experience
14+ years
Credentials
LMFT
Languages
English, Spanish
License (New York)
LMFT · No. 000903
License (New Jersey)
LMFT · No. 37FI00177100
NPI
1821253071

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does he address?

He helps people with relationship strain, trauma and abuse, intimacy matters, parenting challenges, and anger. He also works with caregiver stress, chronic illness, workplace issues, and related concerns.

What is his general therapeutic style?

Sessions are practical and collaborative, with a focus on clear steps and open conversation. He adjusts pace and techniques to suit each person's needs.

How long has he been practicing?

He brings 14 years of professional experience working with individuals on a range of interpersonal and trauma-related issues.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, credentialed as an LMFT in New York and New Jersey and based in New York.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish to support bilingual clients.

Can people outside the United States work with him?

He accepts international clients, though scheduling and legal considerations can vary by location.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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