- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- EMDR for trauma
- First responder support
About Robert
Dr. Robert Cipriano Jr is a psychologist licensed in California and North Carolina, practicing in Florida with 20 years of experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship and family struggles, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep problems, parenting strain, anger, and self-esteem concerns.
He commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy, a hands-on, problem-solving approach that looks at how thoughts and actions keep problems going. More recently he has added Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, often used with people who have trauma-related symptoms. He has extensive experience with first responders and trauma settings, including work in a trauma hospital and many critical incident stress debriefings.
His background includes serving as an in-house psychologist for a crisis negotiation team in a large metropolitan police department. He has worked directly on crisis situations and supported teams after high-stakes incidents. He also supervises psychological services for a major metropolitan police department and has developed wellness programs for public safety personnel.
He has provided therapeutic support following mass violence events and continues to teach and train others about warning signs and prevention related to active shooters and school violence. He offers clinical training for clinicians, educators, administrators, and public safety professionals.
Dr. Cipriano writes about wellness and its impact on daily life. For someone dealing with anger, trauma, or stress he provides practical, evidence-informed methods aimed at reducing distress and improving day-to-day functioning.
How CBT and EMDR are used in online work
CBT focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior. In online sessions this translates to identifying unhelpful thought patterns, practicing new responses, and using short exercises between meetings to test changes. It can help with anxiety, anger, sleep problems, and many everyday stressors.EMDR is a trauma-focused approach that helps reduce the intensity of distressing memories by using guided bilateral stimulation while the person recalls a target memory. It is often used for trauma symptoms and post-traumatic stress and can be delivered remotely when both therapist and client agree it is appropriate.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and which methods fit the issue at hand, and then they will try approaches together and adjust as needed.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm which formats are offered before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can guide practical homework and real-time skill practice so changes carry into daily life.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Florida, North Carolina, California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he treat?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family problems, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep issues, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, and related concerns.
How would he approach anger in sessions?
He uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify triggers and unhelpful thinking patterns and uses practical strategies to change responses and behavior.
What is his professional background?
He has 20 years of experience, including work in trauma hospital units, critical incident stress debriefings, and in-house crisis support for a metropolitan police department.
Which credentials does he hold and where does he practice?
He is listed as CA Psychologist 32975 and NC Psychologist 5348 and practices in Florida.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats, so confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.