Dr. Robert Cipriano Jr , CA Psychologist 32975, NC Psychologist 5348

Dr. Robert Cipriano Jr is a licensed psychologist with two decades of clinical experience serving the South Florida community. For most of his career he has worked from a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) framework and, within the past two years, has incorporated EMDR - Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing - to address trauma-related symptoms. He holds psychology licenses in Florida, California, and North Carolina and maintains California and North Carolina license records as CA Psychologist 32975 and NC Psychologist 5348. He is also board certified in Police and Public Safety Psychology by the American Board of Professional Psychology, a specialty certification that reflects advanced training and experience in working with public safety personnel.

Dr. Cipriano has delivered clinical services across high-acuity settings, including the Trauma Intensive Care Unit and inpatient behavioral health units at a major trauma hospital in northern Miami-Dade County. He has conducted more than 200 critical incident stress debriefings for staff and has served as an in-house staff psychologist for a large metropolitan police department, assisting a Crisis Negotiation Team with individuals experiencing severe mental illness and other crisis situations. He provided therapeutic support following the Parkland school shooting to victims, families, and affected first responders.

Beyond direct care, Dr. Cipriano developed a psychological wellness program for a major metropolitan police department and continues to write about wellness and resilience. He provides expert training on the psychological dynamics of active shooters, school violence, and related prevention topics, and has created a clinical curriculum intended for clinicians, educators, administrators, and public safety professionals.

CBT and EMDR Offered Through Remote Care

Dr. Cipriano uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) as core approaches in his work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaching practical skills to manage symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress. EMDR is a trauma-focused method that helps process distressing memories and reduce their emotional impact, and it is often used for post-traumatic stress and other trauma-related concerns.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Dr. Cipriano assesses each person’s history, goals, and preferences and works with them to select or combine methods that fit their needs. He emphasizes shared decision-making so clients understand the rationale for recommended techniques and can provide input throughout their care.

Online therapy with Dr. Cipriano accommodates different schedules and comfort levels by offering video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care from home or on the go, and they support continuity of treatment when life or work demands change. Licensed professionals can adapt interventions used in-office to these virtual formats to help clients move toward their goals.