Robert Hinman, MN Psychologist
Calm, practical guidance for everyday struggles
Explore online therapy optionsWorks with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
How Robert works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- MN Psychologist
- Licensed in
- Minnesota
- Years in practice
- 40
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Robert
Robert Hinman is a licensed psychologist practicing in Minnesota. He brings 40 years of experience to sessions and focuses on practical ways to reduce stress, manage anger, and improve relationships. He emphasizes clear communication, steady support, and working at a pace that fits each person.
He trained while serving in the U.S. Army and earned a Master’s degree in Counseling from Boston University. His license is listed as MN Psychologist LP1599 and he has worked in clinics, schools, residential programs, and family homes.
Background and approach
That background gives him experience with a wide range of life challenges and care settings. In sessions he aims to understand each person’s situation before suggesting strategies. He uses straightforward language, direct feedback, and a mix of tools drawn from client-centered and cognitive methods.
He also uses motivational and solution-focused techniques to help people find next steps that feel doable. People come to him for help with anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, trauma, and relationship strain. He also addresses concerns such as parenting stress, self-esteem struggles, career questions, and midlife transitions.
Anger management is a noted focus among his areas of practice. Robert emphasizes collaboration and measurable progress. In meetings he highlights strengths, points out useful patterns, and suggests small, practical changes to try between sessions.
He combines honesty and humor while keeping attention on clear goals and steady movement forward.
What Robert works with
Everything Robert lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Robert's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Blended family issues
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Guilt and shame
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Paranoia
- Phobias
- Post-traumatic stress
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Robert lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches that guide remote sessions
Robert uses client-centered therapy to make the session about the persons needs, listening first and responding to what matters most. That approach helps people feel heard and sets the direction for work on stress, relationships, or life transitions.He also applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. CBT offers concrete exercises and simple skill practice that can reduce anxiety, manage anger, and change unhelpful habits.
Finding the right approach is a joint effort. He will talk with the person about their goals and try approaches that fit their style and situation. Together they decide what to keep, what to adjust, and when to try new strategies.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls work well for in-depth sessions and real-time interaction. Phone meetings can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging let people check in between sessions, share updates, or get brief coaching during a busy day. These options make it simpler to fit therapy into work, family, or travel schedules while keeping the focus on steady progress.
Questions people ask about Robert
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, self-esteem, parenting strain, career concerns, and anger among other topics.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a direct, down-to-earth style that mixes client-centered listening with active strategies. Sessions typically focus on understanding patterns and trying small practical changes.
How long has he worked in the field?
He has 40 years of experience, including work in clinics, schools, residential settings, and family homes.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He holds a Masters degree in Counseling from Boston University and is licensed as MN Psychologist LP1599 in Minnesota.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.