Jodi Ippolito PsyD., LICSW

My name is Dr. Joe Ippolito. I am a 43-year-old Doctor of Psychology and Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Minnesota. I have been providing Psychotherapy treatment to individuals, couples and families for over 10 years. In addition to being a clinician, I am an educator, researcher and advocate.

Finding the right psychotherapist can be challenging, especially if your lifestyle choices fall outside of what is considered “normal” by mainstream society.

Everyone–including individuals who are part of alternative relationships–deserves a psychotherapist who understands where they are coming from. I have been working with sexual and gender minorities, and those who fall outside of the mainstream, for 12 years. I have encountered all kinds of sexuality and relationship issues, concerns and problems, and am very open to hearing about new ones.

My Therapy Approach is psychodynamic in orientation and incorporates various therapeutic approaches. I do my best to tailor this approach to suit an individual client’s personality styles, therapeutic preferences and personal needs. Some of the therapeutic approaches used include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Modern Psychoanalysis Techniques, Feminist Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.

The primary goal behind my therapeutic work is to help clients: identify negative thoughts, embrace unwanted feelings, confront life-related problems, reshape self-identified negative behaviors and–in general–feel better!

Areas of expertise include, but are not limited to:

• Open/poly relationships.
• Gender & Sexual Minorities (LGBTQ).
• Self-identified sexual issues and problems.
• Porn/sex addiction.
• Kink and BDSM dynamics.
• Boundary issues and concerns.
• Abuse and trauma.
• I also have experience working with other mental health related issues, such as: Depression/anxiety/anger, mood swings, drug/alcohol abuse, etc.,

Office Location, hours and contact information:

My office is conveniently located in Maplewood, MN, which is close to Saint Paul and Minneapolis, MN. My hours are flexible and include late afternoon and evening options. Phone and Skype sessions scheduled accordingly. Upon making contact, please leave your name, phone number and a good time to reach you back. I will contact you within a 24-48 hour period to discuss your therapy needs and determine how we may work together. - Does online consultation - Does phone consultation