Robert Hinman
Experienced psychologist focused on practical results
MN Psychologist LP1599 Minnesota
- Experience
- 40 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Parenting
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
- Languages
- English
About Robert
Robert Hinman is a licensed psychologist in Minnesota with four decades of clinical experience. He trained in counseling while on active duty in the US Army and holds a master’s degree in Counseling from Boston University; his license is listed as MN Psychologist LP1599.
Background and approach
Over his career he has worked in offices, schools, residential settings, and family homes, bringing a practical, steady presence to clients facing a wide range of difficulties. His work emphasizes collaboration and respect for each person’s pace and goals.
He commonly uses cognitive behavioral techniques alongside client-centered and solution-focused strategies to help address stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, addictions, and other concerns. He aims for clear understanding, practical tools, and reinforcement of clients’ progress, combining directness and honesty with kindness and occasional humor.
Hinman’s practice highlights attention to relationships and life transitions, including parenting, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger, career concerns, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. He seeks to accompany people toward improved daily functioning and more satisfying lives by clarifying problems, developing strategies that fit the client’s circumstances, and emphasizing strengths and small successes.
Using Practical Therapeutic Approaches in Online Care
Robert Hinman draws on cognitive behavioral therapy and client-centered methods to guide online work, using focused, practical strategies and a respectful, empathetic stance. Cognitive behavioral therapy involves identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing concrete skills to manage symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress. Client-centered therapy emphasizes active listening, validation, and working at the client’s pace to build insight and self-directed change.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. He will work with clients to explore which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting plans as work progresses to stay aligned with what helps most.
Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier for people to access consistent care, try different session formats, and integrate therapeutic work into busy lives while maintaining ongoing collaboration with a licensed professional.
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Experience
40+ years
Licensed
Minnesota
Languages
English