Peter Damgaard-Hansen has a Ph.D. in Psychology from Denmark. He has practised extensively in Denmark and Norway since 1973 and came to Northern Minnesota in1988. By 1993 he moved to Central Minnesota and opened a private practice serving the Twin Cities area..

He has for many years had a special focus on family issues and deepened his insights into how intimately mental health is related to human relationships - especially family dynamics.

Following many years of intense researrch into the spiritual component of mental health problems he converted to Roman Catholicism in 1991.

In addition to his private practice, Dr. Damgaard-Hanasen lectures and facilitates seminars and retreats. His Scandinavian background blended with a thorough understanding of American culture gives his counseling a “different” touch, that is highly appreciated by his clients.

He has temporarily relocated to Denmark in order to go help build a much needed Christian counseling service there. Meanwhile he keeps his Minnesota practice alive through phone counseling and frequent visits to the Twin Cities offering lectures, seminars and individual sessions. (To check his schedule, click here).

Dr. Peter is married and has 3 children.

About his work and his faith Dr. Damgaard-Hansen says the following:

“My work has become markedly inspired and empowered by a deepening commitment to and faith in Jesus Christ. I find that my understanding of mental-behavioral problems deepens as I try to understand them in light of scriptural wisdom. We must use all the insights that modern psychology can offer.....they are true blessings when used in the right spirit. But I also believe, that the final answers to our problems, questions and sufferings are to be found in the living Word of God, handed to us through the Church, holy scriptures, tradition and our Lord Jesus Christ.”

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