Imago Relationship Therapy encourages couples to work out their misunderstandings, resolve conflict and rediscover ways to bond, repair and connect. I use Imago techniques when working with couples whose relationships are suffering from conflict, ineffective communication, an affair, the tensions of blended families, empty nest syndrome, addictions, matters of sexuality, negative relationship patterns and other similar issues.

The therapy focuses on removing the blame, shame and criticism which are very often at the heart of negative relationship patterns. It helps you to transform your relationship into one in which you both exhibit greater understanding and, as a couple, enjoy a deeper connection.

Imago Relationship Therapy helps both partners understand their relationship triggers and reactive behaviours (which may stem from needs that are not initially being met within the relationship). It helps each partner learn to respond to the other in a healthier way that benefits the relationship, as well as both parties as individual.

As a counsellor and psychotherapist, I am primarily a practitioner of the approach known as Transactional Analysis.

Transactional Analysis is a theory of personality and system for personal growth and change. It was developed by a Canadian psychiatrist, Eric Berne, during the 1950s and 1960s. The approach encourages on open and equal dialogue between client and therapist, and looks at a client’s situation by understanding the social interactions, or relationships, of the people involved.