Marriages and Relationships
One of the most difficult relationships people have is the intimacy of a close romantic relationship. One of the most difficult aspects of close romantic relationships is communication.
Imago Therapy was developed by Harville Hendrix, Ph.D. and it was detailed in the best selling book, Getting the Love You Want. Hendrix uses the term "Imago," which is latin for "image," to describe how our parents' relationship(s) creates an image in our childhood minds of how to relate. This image, according to Hendrix, is the foundation upon which all our adult relationships are laid. The disfunction we learned and intuited causes recurring issues that overshadow our otherwise good relationships.
The key to this style of therapy is the development of intentional empathy. Instead of reactivity and lashing out, the couple learns to shift into a new pattern of curiosity-driven understanding. With the Imago Dialogue technique couples can convert conflicts into healing and growth as well as a deeper intimate connection.
We Can Help
Whether it is a long-term marriage or new partner, we can help you improve your relationship. Call us at 505-709-9115.
