What is Imago Relationship Therapy, and how does marital/couples counseling work?
It is my firm belief that relationship work requires a new interpersonal process to restructure communication, provide clearer understanding and empathy, to make change, and to maximize growth in the relationship. In order to make necessary changes in a relationship while maximizing growth, new skills need to be learned and employed so that greater relationship satisfaction is possible. Within my practice, I utilize the Imago Relationship Therapy, co-created by Harville Hendrix, PhD, and Helen Lakelly-Hunt, PhD. Imago (ih-MAH-go) is uniquely focused on individual growth through committed relationships. “Imago is not just a theory of wishful thinking,” says Harville Hendrix. “It is a tried and true way to create the passionate friendship you’ve always wanted.” My clients have found the Imago Relationship Therapy to be useful with all of their relationship issues, including lack of affection in a marriage, problems and conflicts related to sexuality, parenting/family conflicts, dealing w