Traci Ippolito

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Traci Ippolito, MS, MFT - Therapist in Petaluma, CA

Traci Ippolito, MS, MFT, has dedicated her career to helping individuals and couples achieve personal growth and relationship fulfillment through compassionate, evidence-based therapy. With over 22 years of experience in private practice and diverse clinical settings, she integrates somatic therapy, EMDR, and PACT certification to address trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, and self-esteem challenges.

Her approach emphasizes mind-body connection, practical tools for breaking harmful patterns, and fostering secure, empathetic communication. Licensed in California (MFC 48040), Traci combines professional expertise with deep personal commitment to empower clients to create meaningful, lasting change in their lives.

Services

Individual Therapy Couples Counseling EMDR Therapy Somatic Psychotherapy Pre-Marital Counseling Trauma Recovery Anxiety Management Boundary Setting Parenting Support Codependency Coaching

Highlights and features

We offer 22 years of experience in individual and couples therapy.
Our approach integrates evidence-based modalities like EMDR and somatic therapy.
We provide personalized, non-judgmental support tailored to client needs.
Certified Level II PACT Therapist for effective couples counseling.
Licensed in California with a proven track record of client success.

Associations and certifications

California Board of Behavioral Sciences
EMDR Institute
The PACT Institute

What people say

Life-changing force Compassionate support Safe environment Profound transformation Exceptional guidance

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Services

Individual Therapy

Our individual therapy sessions provide a safe space to explore emotional challenges, trauma, and personal growth. Using integrative techniques like EMDR and somatic therapy, we help clients break harmful patterns, build resilience, and achieve lasting self-awareness. Clients learn practical tools to improve decision-making, reduce anxiety, and enhance overall well-being through a structured, compassionate approach.

Couples Counseling

Couples counseling focuses on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and strengthening emotional bonds. As a Certified Level II PACT Therapist, we address destructive interaction patterns rooted in past experiences while teaching concrete tools for fostering trust, empathy, and secure attachment in relationships through structured, evidence-based interventions.

EMDR Therapy

EMDR therapy effectively treats trauma, PTSD, and related issues by reprocessing distressing memories through guided eye movements. This evidence-based approach helps clients reduce intrusive thoughts, nightmares, and negative self-beliefs while promoting emotional regulation and long-term healing through targeted neurological reprocessing techniques.

Somatic Psychotherapy

Somatic psychotherapy integrates mind-body awareness to release trapped emotions and physical tension. By addressing the connection between bodily sensations and emotional states, clients develop greater self-awareness, break chronic stress patterns, and restore natural energy flow for improved emotional and physical well-being through holistic, experiential techniques.

Pre-Marital Counseling

Pre-marital counseling prepares couples for marriage by exploring communication styles, conflict resolution strategies, and shared values. We help partners build foundational skills for maintaining intimacy, navigating life transitions, and creating a resilient partnership through structured exercises and in-depth discussions about relationship expectations.

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Traci Ippolito

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Traci Ippolito, MS, MFT, has 22 years of experience in individual and couples therapy. A Certified Level II PACT Therapist and EMDR specialist, she integrates somatic approaches to address trauma, anxiety, and relationship issues while maintaining California state licensure (MFC 48040).

Questions

What therapeutic approaches do you specialize in?

I specialize in EMDR therapy for trauma, somatic psychotherapy for mind-body integration, and PACT therapy for couples, combining these modalities to create personalized treatment plans.

Do you accept insurance for therapy sessions?

I operate as an out-of-network provider; clients receive a superbill for potential insurance reimbursement but direct insurance billing is not available.

How long are typical therapy sessions?

Individual sessions last 50 minutes, while couples sessions typically run 80 minutes to allow thorough exploration of relationship dynamics.

What issues do you commonly treat?

I help clients with anxiety, trauma recovery, relationship conflicts, codependency, self-esteem challenges, and life transitions using evidence-based therapeutic techniques.

Are virtual therapy sessions available?

Yes, I offer secure telehealth sessions for clients who prefer remote access to therapy while maintaining confidentiality and treatment effectiveness.

How do you handle crisis situations?

While I don't provide emergency services, I teach crisis management skills during regular sessions and can provide local emergency resources when needed.

Reviews (3)

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Susan Northrup

Jan 17, 2021 Report

She helped change my life. If it wasn't for her loving heart and gentle guidance I don't know where I'd be. She helped me heal some wounds I had been carrying for most of my life. Ultimately I am a happy person in the world because of her. She is very skilled at her craft and I'm so grateful my friend recommended her.

Traci Ippolito M. S. Mft

Sep 01, 2020 Report

The person that left me one star is someone I have never met nor does she even seem to be talking about me but google refuses to fix the issue

Jason Baxter

Jul 11, 2020 Report

I was hesitant about trying therapy again but it was not at all what I expected this time. Tracy has helped me so much and I really appreciate her style therapy. She is amazing and seems to have a real gift for what she does. She has such wisdom and always knows exactly what I need to hear. I have tried a few therapists in the past and it was quite different then my experience with Tracy. Consider yourself lucky if you ever get the chance to work with her.