Cardinal Counseling
and Spiritual Direction
Jungian Psychotherapy
Spiritual Direction
About Dr. Houck
I have practiced as a Jungian psychotherapist for the past twenty-five years. I hold a B.S. degree from South Dakota State University, an M.A., and an Ed. D in Counseling Psychology from The University of South Dakota. I have also obtained a Master of Divinity and a Doctor of Ministry degree. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Dakota and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Minnesota.
In addition to my private practice, I have worked as a psychologist at the Developmental Center—Redfield, South Dakota, and at a Correctional Facility in Minnesota. While at the Minnesota Correctional Facility, I provided individual and group therapy to Inmates, helping them become caring and productive members of society. I have also been a licensed school counselor in Minnesota, providing group and individual therapy to students of all ages. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults in many settings.
Through my struggles, I have found Jungian psychotherapy to enhance my most profound beliefs and outlook on the world. Dreams have helped me create a life worth living and my spiritual life at the deepest level. It was a way through the Darkest of Nights and life’s messy parts and brought me to a new day on the other side.
Credentials
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of Minnesota and a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Dakota, specializing in depression, anxiety couples therapy, spiritual direction, and soul recovery.
I am also an ordained United Methodist Clergy. I graduated with a Master of Divinity Degree from the Methodist Theological School in Ohio in 1981 and a Doctor of Ministry Degree from the North American Baptist Seminary in 1991.
I graduated in 1993 from South Dakota State University with a Master of Education in Counseling and Psychology, and in 1995, I finished my Doctor of Education degree in Counseling and Psychology.
I have served congregations in various states since 1970 as clergy. I have been practicing as a Therapist since 1993. I have been a Licensed School Counselor in Minnesota.
My therapeutic approach is based on the psychology of C. G. Jung and his belief that all problems in life have a spiritual basis. I use dream interpretation to assist individuals in finding their path in life so they may live a whole and fulfilled life. There is a path inside yourself with your name in life. Our task is to find it and enable you to walk it with dignity and energy.
Therapeutic Experience
The South Dakota Development Center
Northeaster Mental Health Center
Minnesota Correctional Facility - Faribault
School Counselor in South Dakota and Minnesota
Private Practice
drdanahouck@gmail.com Phone 507.339.0045