Pietro (Pete) Martucci , LPCC

Pietro "Pete" Martucci is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) practicing in Minnesota with a focused interest in trauma and crisis work. He has been a practicing counselor for 6 years and has worked in the mental health field for over 10 years. He is currently completing a PhD in Counselor Education with a specialization in crisis and trauma. He also holds certifications as a Certified Clinical Trauma Counselor and as a Disaster Mental Health Counselor, and he is an Approved Clinical Supervisor - a credential that indicates he provides supervision to other counselors.

Pete has spent much of his career studying how traumatic experiences shape thoughts and behavior, and he has worked with people facing a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety and panic disorders, personality and mood disorders, relationship difficulties, body image and self-esteem issues, addiction, and other life challenges. His approach is rooted in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, an evidence-based framework that helps clients identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. He also integrates a Solution-Focused perspective to address immediate life stressors and practical problem solving.

He aims to create a respectful, kind, and nonjudgmental environment and views therapy as a collaborative process. Pete encourages clients to stretch beyond comfort zones when appropriate, supporting them to learn, grow, and make changes that lead to a more fulfilling life.

Approaches for Online Healing and Practical Support

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is practical and goal oriented, often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and patterns that interfere with daily functioning. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the therapeutic relationship and the client’s own resources - the therapist offers empathy, respect, and support while the client explores values, identity, and personal goals. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people understand and shift emotional patterns in relationships and attachment, and it can be useful for couples or individuals working through relational pain.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapy process. Pietro (Pete) Martucci works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and he adapts strategies over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and comfort levels. Licensed professionals can provide consistent care across these formats, making it easier to maintain momentum, manage stressors, and apply skills between sessions.