Amanda Ripley-Kayala
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADC, EMDR
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1185 Concord St.N Suite 300D South Saint Paul, MN 55075
I am grounded in Trauma-Informed Care and Sex Therapy, while also drawing from Queer Theory and Intersectionality to understand how overlapping identities impact mental health and sexual well-being, creating a space that is both emotionally safe and nonjudgmental. My work acknowledges that trauma—whether from abuse, neglect, medical experiences, or relational harm—can affect desire, arousal, boundaries, trust, and identity.
I am a therapist who integrates trauma therapy and sex therapy while specializing in LGBTQ+, kinky, and polyamorous populations works with a deeply affirming, inclusive, and non-pathologizing lens.
I help clients process traumatic memories using methods from psychotherapy such as somatic techniques, EMDR, or parts work; Address issues like low desire, pain during sex, shame, or difficulty with intimacy through a sex-positive, education-based lens; Support clients in reconnecting with their bodies, often emphasizing consent, agency, an pacing.
Ultimately, I am the kind of therapist that helps clients move from survival-focused patterns toward experiences of pleasure, connection, and self-understanding, integrating emotional healing with a more empowered and authentic sexual life.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $225
- Couple Sessions $225
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Hennepin Health
- Medica
- Medical Assistance
- Optum
- PreferredOne
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Amanda Ripley-Kayala
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADC, EMDR
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (952) 649-5978
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Minnesota / 2106 Amanda Ripley-Kayala
- In Practice for 12 years
- Attended Adler Graduate School, Graduated 2016
- Certificate from MN Board of Behavioral Health and Therapy 304226 / 2015
- Certificate from UW Stout Sex Therapy Certificate Program Sex Therapy Certificate / 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Amanda Ripley-Kayala
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADC, EMDR
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (952) 649-5978
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Sex Therapy
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Bisexual
- Co-Occurring Disorders within the LGBTQ Community
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Dual Diagnosis
- Emotional Disturbance
- Group Therapy
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Polyamory & ENM
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Suicidal Ideation
- Thinking Disorders
- Transgender
- Women's Issues
Amanda Ripley-Kayala
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADC, EMDR
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (952) 649-5978
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Adlerian
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Feminist
- Integrative
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multicultural
- Positive Psychology
- Sex Therapy
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Amanda Ripley-Kayala
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADC, EMDR
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (952) 649-5978
Location
Primary Location
ARK Counseling Ltd.
1185 Concord St.N
Suite 300D
South Saint Paul, MN 55075
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Nearby Areas
Neighborhoods
Amanda Ripley-Kayala
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADC, EMDR
Call for a free consultation now - (952) 649-5978