Traci Cipriano

Traci Cipriano, PhD, JD, is an Assistant Clinical Professor in the Department of Psychiatry’s Law and Psychiatry Division at Yale School of Medicine. She holds a JD from the University of Connecticut (1997) and a PhD in Clinical Psychology (2007) from the same institution. Her research focuses on mental health, well-being, and sustainable practices within the legal profession. She authored "The Thriving Lawyer: A Multidimensional Model of Well-Being for a Sustainable Legal Profession" (2024), advocating for healthier work environments and systemic changes in legal culture.

Education:

• PhD in Clinical Psychology, University of Connecticut (2007)
• MA, University of Connecticut (2005)
• JD, University of Connecticut (1997)

Research & Advocacy: Cipriano’s work addresses lawyer burnout, mental health stigma, and organizational wellness. She promotes policy reform, including opposing mental health disclosure requirements in bar admissions. She serves on boards like the APA Division 42, Connecticut Bar Association’s Lawyer Well-Being Committee, and the American Psychological Association Practice Organization.

Awards:

• 2015: Distinguished Contribution to the Practice of Psychology (Connecticut Psychological Association)
• 2023: Elected Fellow, American Psychological Association

Key Engagements: Delivered the 2023 Opening Plenary Keynote at the Women, Influence, and Power in Law Conference and actively consults with law firms, schools, and legal organizations on well-being strategies.