- CBT and EMDR
- Public safety insight
- Career support
About Robert
He focuses on straightforward, practical work in sessions. That can mean learning steps to reduce anxiety, trying strategies to sleep better, or processing traumatic memories with EMDR when appropriate. He also offers coaching for career direction and coping with major life changes.
Much of his background comes from hospital and public safety work. He has provided services in trauma-intensive hospital units and inpatient behavioral health settings. He has provided many critical incident stress debriefings for staff after difficult events.
Dr. Cipriano has worked alongside law enforcement on crisis teams and helped develop wellness programs for public safety staff. He has experience supporting first responders, victims of school violence, and families affected by traumatic incidents. He has also written about wellness and continuity of care.
In sessions he aims to be direct and practical. People can expect clear goals, skill-building, and collaborative planning. To begin, readers should confirm current session options and scheduling before booking.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
Florida, North Carolina, California
Languages
English
How CBT and EMDR are used in online therapy
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and changing behavior through practical exercises and homework. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, stress, sleep difficulties, and work-related coping skills.EMDR, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, helps people process traumatic memories by using structured sets of attention and memory work under the therapist's guidance. It is aimed at reducing the intensity of trauma-related reactions and supporting recovery after distressing events.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, symptom patterns, and personal preferences and then recommend CBT, EMDR, or a combination that fits the client's needs. This is a collaborative process and may change over time as goals evolve.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session formats before booking since specific formats are not listed in the profile. Online therapy can make it easier to fit work or family life around appointments, allow quicker check-ins between sessions, and reduce travel time. Different approaches can be adapted to remote sessions, and the therapist will help decide what style and session rhythm suit everyday life.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, anger, and self-esteem issues. Career concerns, parenting strain, sleep problems, and compassion fatigue are also listed areas of focus.
What is his therapy style like?
Sessions tend to be practical and goal-focused, using techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR when appropriate. The approach emphasizes skill-building and collaborative planning.
What kind of background does he have?
He has 20 years of experience working in hospital trauma units and with public safety organizations, including crisis negotiation teams and critical incident support for first responders.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a California Psychologist 32975 and a North Carolina Psychologist 5348 and practices in Florida. These are the credentials listed for his profile.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted according to the profile information.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.