Heath Jason Hinze, Psy.D
Clinical PsychologistDr. Heath Hinze completed his Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology at UCLA before receiving a Master’s Degree in Psychology at the Clinical School of Professional Psychology and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Ryokon College. He has expertise in the field of chronic pain, sleep architecture, trauma and rehabilitation. For over a decade, Dr. Hinze has assisted clients in identifying and overcoming obstacles generated by depression, fear and anxiety in order to achieve functional improvement.
According to Dr. Hinze, “Success is rarely gained in recovery from a chronic injury when debilitating fear and depression are present. These individuals struggle to follow the rehabilitation protocols of their providers that would allow for functional gains. Sleep, exercise and adherence to proper nutrition are paramount to a successful recovery.”
Dr. Hinze helps people develop the coping strategies to confront the roadblocks caused by depression and anxiety that interfere with initiating and maintaining the necessary healthy behaviors essential for their rehabilitation.
But the Texas-born Dr. Hinze also makes time for play! He never misses a local UCLA Basketball or Football game.
EDUCATION
Ryokan College
Doctor of PsychologyDecember 31, 2008
California School of Professional Psychology, Alhambra, CA
Master of Arts in Clinical PsychologyAugust 2001
University of California, Los Angeles
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology September 1995
WORK EXPERIENCE
Private Practice: Hinze Psychological Services, PC September 2010-Present
- Conduct medical-legal psychological evaluations for diagnosis and treatment recommendations
- Assess for permanent disability and impairment
- Generate comprehensive patient reports integrating testing, history and assessment
- Provide individual and group psychotherapy utilizing evidenced based treatment
Psychological Assessment and Treatment, Los Angeles, CA
Psychological Assistant, Under the supervision of Julie Goalwin, Ph.D.September 2003-September 2010
- Conduct workers compensation and personal injury psychological evaluations for diagnosis and treatment recommendations
- Generate comprehensive patient reports integrating testing, history and assessment
- Provide individual and group psychotherapy utilizing evidenced based treatment
Metropolitan State Hospital, Norwalk, CA
APA Approved Internship, Forensic UnitSeptember 2002-August 2003
- Provided psychological testing to assess for cognitive abilities and/or malingering to patients deemed incompetent to stand trial
- Produced forensic assessments for court proceedings to determine competency of individuals charged with a crime
- Conducted psychological assessments and reports of adolescent inpatients determined to be a danger to self or others. Assisted clinical team in intake assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning
- Provided individual psychotherapy and group skills training to clients
Pre-Doctoral Intern, Glendale, CA
Glen Roberts Child Study CenterSeptember 2001-August 2002
- Provided both brief and long-term treatment to children and their families.
- Primary activities include intake evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, case management, individual/family and group treatment, and assessment.
UCLA Staff and Faculty Counseling Center, Los Angeles, CA
Employment Assistance Program, InternSeptember 2000-August 2001
- Conducted organizational assessments of departments determined to be underperforming
- Made recommendations for staff and management restructuring and provided time management skills
ACME Learning Advantage, Torrance, CA
Accelerated College Preparatory Center, Instructor and Program Developer May 2000-October 2001
- Instructor of Algebra and Essay Writing to high school students
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
Master’s Research Project
Completed May 1999
- Produced an original body of research on the impact of induced anxiety on perception. Results presented at the California School of Professional Psychology (CSPP)
Research Apprentice
September 1998-December 2000
- Conducted multiple regression analysis to examine variables that influence student success or failure at the California School of Professional Psychology
MEMBERSHIPS
California Psychological Association
Los Angeles County Psychological Association
