Robert Mink, MSW, LCSW, CADC I, Therapist in Portland, Oregon

Robert Mink helps teens, adults, and seniors throughout Oregon navigate emotional challenges, life transitions, and recovery with a grounded, thoughtful, and evidence-based approach to therapy. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Addiction Counselor at LifeStance Health, he provides Individual Therapy for individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use concerns, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Robert creates a supportive therapeutic environment where clients can build insight, strengthen resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting change. Robert works with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and has experience supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community, First Responders, Military/Veterans, and individuals within the Autism Spectrum Disorder community. He understands that each person’s experiences are unique and approaches treatment with curiosity, compassion, and respect for the client’s personal values and goals. His work often focuses on helping clients improve emotional awareness, reduce avoidance patterns, and move toward a more meaningful and balanced life. Using evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Exposure Therapy, Robert helps clients address symptoms related to PTSD and trauma, alcohol and drug use issues, anxiety disorders, grief, and men’s mental health concerns. He also offers additional areas of support tailored to each individual’s needs. His therapeutic style is collaborative and practical, emphasizing both self-understanding and actionable coping strategies that can support progress outside of sessions. Robert earned his education from Pacific University and Oregon State University and began practicing in 2023. He is committed to providing accessible, affirming mental health care for individuals across Oregon seeking support for emotional wellness, trauma recovery, and substance use treatment. Outside of his professional work, Robert enjoys fitness, literature, philosophy, and video games. His broad range of interests helps him connect authentically with clients from many walks of life while maintaining balance and perspective in his own life.