Melanie Ikola
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
615 1st Avenue Northeast, 405, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Let's Connect (612) 688-2284
Hi, I’m Mel.
I believe that building an authentic relationship is part of the foundation for meaningful therapy. In our work together, we’ll explore the patterns of distress, conflict, or confusion that show up in your life, while also honoring your strengths, connections, and values. Therapy is a space to explore how you'd like to move through your world while acknowledging how complex functioning in the larger systems we are apart of can be. I am passionate about working with individuals, couples, and families navigating relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, identity exploration, and other life stressors.
My specialties include queer and gender-affirming care, and I have a particular interest in supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples as they manage the unique pressures and joys that come with identity, relationships, and community. I’m also deeply passionate about social justice, body liberation, and celebrating queer joy.
I operate from the belief that you are the expert in your own experience. My role is to co-create a nonjudgmental, collaborative space where we can explore reactions, identity, and the personal stories that shape how you see yourself and the world. Together, we’ll reflect, build insight, and find tools that support healing, growth, and self-compassion.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Melanie Ikola now - (612) 688-2284
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- HealthPartners of MN and WI
- Medica
- Optum
- PreferredOne
- UCare
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Melanie Ikola
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (612) 688-2284
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Minnesota / 3549 Melanie Ikola
- In Practice for 10 years
- Attended St Mary's University, Twin Cities, Graduated 2016
Education and Years In Practice
Melanie Ikola
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (612) 688-2284
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- LGBTQ+
- Relationship Issues
- Mood Disorders
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Body Image
- Child
- Chronic Illness
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Dual Diagnosis
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Lesbian
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Self Esteem
- Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
- Stress
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Melanie Ikola
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (612) 688-2284
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Feminist
- Gottman Method
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Relational
- Strength-Based
- Structural Family Therapy
- Trauma Focused
Melanie Ikola
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (612) 688-2284
Location
Primary Location
Cultivate Counseling and Wellness
615 1st Avenue Northeast
405
Minneapolis, MN 55413
(612) 688-2284Email me
Nearby Areas
Cities
Counties
Melanie Ikola
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (612) 688-2284