Ben Wolf
(He/Him/His)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
I believe that people are capable of tremendous growth and change, and the vehicle for such is self-understanding.
I believe that people are capable of tremendous growth and change, and the vehicle for such is self-understanding. I use this in my approach to therapy by using clients’ own strengths and the power of the therapeutic relationship to promote this growth and change. By utilizing a holistic approach, combining psychodynamic theory with elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and the unique skills that clients bring with them, I work to foster individualized treatment to assist clients in reaching their goals. My clients have told me that the way I do therapy is different than what they have experienced before. I believe that fundamentally the relationship between therapist and client is real. I genuinely show my client compassion, and empathy. I challenge my clients to work hard, and by doing so facilitate change in their lives. Therapy is your journey, however, you don’t have to go through it alone.
Practice hours (CDT)
Accepts new patients after hospitalization for
- Self-harming behavior
- Suicidal intent or a plan
- Severe emotional stress or trauma
- Severe depression
- Suicide attempt
- Eating disorders
Reserves times throughout the week for new clients after discharge from the hospital.
Adjusts scheduling to accommodate new clients after their hospitalization.
Areas of focus
Areas of expertise
- Abuse
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Issues
- Anorexia Nervosa
- Anxiety
- Binge-Eating Disorder
- Body Image
- Bulimia Nervosa
- Chronic Illness/Pain
- Depression
- Eating Concerns
- Panic
- Personal Growth
- Phobia
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Relationship(s) with Friends/Roommates
- Sexual Assault
Age groups
- Preteens (10-12)
- Teens (13-17)
- Young adults (18-30)
- Adults (31-64)
Special groups
- People who are bisexual
- People who identify as gay
- People who identify as lesbian
- People who identify as queer
- People with HIV or AIDS
- Veterans
Treatment specialties
Therapeutic modalities
- Couples Therapy
- Individual Therapy
Treatments
- Hypnotherapy
- Reality Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Interpersonal Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Location
Accommodations
Entering the practice
- Door can be opened easily
- Disabled parking spot (8ft / 2.4m)
Remote options
- Video
Payment options
$200 — $250per session
Insurance
In-network coverage provided for the following insurance companies
- Aetna – Minnesota
- Aetna – Virginia
- Anthem – Wisconsin
- Anthem – Virginia
- Blue Cross Blue Shield – Iowa
- Blue Cross Blue Shield – Minnesota
- Cigna – Virginia
- Cigna – Minnesota
- Cigna – Wisconsin
- Health Partners – Iowa
- Health Partners – Minnesota
- Healthpartners – Wisconsin
- Medica Health Plans – Minnesota
- Medicaid – Iowa
- Medicaid – Minnesota
- Minnesota Medical Assistance – Minnesota
- Optum – Kansas
- Optum – Iowa
- Optum – Minnesota
- Optum – Virginia
- Preferred One – Minnesota
- In-network insurance
Payment methods
- Cash
- Paypal
Credentials
Licenses
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
16965, Minnesota
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
9517-123, Wisconsin
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
0904010582, Virginia
Certificates
EMDR Certification
EMDRIA
Completed Training and additional training for Certification in EMDR
Education
Augsburg
MSW (Master of Social Work), 2004
University of Minnesota
BA (Bachelor of Arts), 2002