Ben Wolf, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Ben Wolf

(He/Him/His)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Accepting clients
Updated 22 days ago
16 years in practice

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.

Remote / In-person
Speaks English
Emergency number not available
Treats suicidal ideation
WhiteCisgender Man

Practice hours (CST)

Sun
closed
Mon
9:00 am 9:00 pm
Tue
9:00 am 9:00 pm
Wed
9:00 am 5:00 pm
Thu
9:00 am 5:00 pm
Fri
closed
Sat
closed

Accepts new patients after hospitalization for

  • Severe depression
  • Self-harming behavior
  • Suicidal intent or a plan
  • Suicide attempt
  • Eating disorders
  • Severe emotional stress or trauma

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

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Interpersonal Therapy
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Reality Therapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Location

  • Hope & Healing For Life

    Office Building

    1678 Selby AveSaint Paul, MN 55104

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    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 – Virginia
  • Aetna – Minnesota
  • Anthem – Wisconsin
  • Anthem – Virginia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield – Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield – Iowa
  • Cigna – Minnesota
  • Cigna – Wisconsin
  • Cigna – Virginia
  • Health Partners – Minnesota
  • Health Partners – Iowa
  • Healthpartners – Wisconsin
  • Medica Health Plans – Minnesota
  • Medicaid – Minnesota
  • Medicaid – Iowa
  • 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

  • Social Worker Independent Level

    Iowa Department of Public Health

    110875, Iowa

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

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