Therapists in 23451
Danny Holland
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCMHC, BC-TMH, NCC,ACS
Verified Verified
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
I am so glad you have taken the time to seek out a therapist to connect with. Your relationship with your therapist is the most important factor. I have helped individuals and couples in different capacities for 35 years and would absolutely love the honor of connecting with you. I have worked with couples struggling with communication, sexual issues, infidelity, blending families, and many other issues. Please call me if you'd like to connect and see if we would be a good match to help you move ahead into the next chapters of your life! I am also to meet with you through telehealth (video) or in person.
I am so glad you have taken the time to seek out a therapist to connect with. Your relationship with your therapist is the most important factor. I have helped individuals and couples in different capacities for 35 years and would absolutely love the honor of connecting with you. I have worked with couples struggling with communication, sexual issues, infidelity, blending families, and many other issues. Please call me if you'd like to connect and see if we would be a good match to help you move ahead into the next chapters of your life! I am also to meet with you through telehealth (video) or in person.
With over 30 years of experience in working with individuals, families, and couples, I create an atmosphere where together we can work to help get your life back into balance. I have worked with military families and children for many years, so am familiar with problems unique to the military. I value my ability to be totally present, so that I can really listen to you.. My beautiful office in the the Ghent lends itself to a peaceful atmosphere ..I am eclectic in my approach , depending on what your needs are. I have worked with cancer patients and have done extensive grief counseling.
With over 30 years of experience in working with individuals, families, and couples, I create an atmosphere where together we can work to help get your life back into balance. I have worked with military families and children for many years, so am familiar with problems unique to the military. I value my ability to be totally present, so that I can really listen to you.. My beautiful office in the the Ghent lends itself to a peaceful atmosphere ..I am eclectic in my approach , depending on what your needs are. I have worked with cancer patients and have done extensive grief counseling.
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Imago Therapists
How does Imago therapy work?
Imago relationship therapy is a form of couples counseling meant to help partners address conflict, communication problems, and related issues. Imago sessions typically involve couples sitting facing each other and participating in guided conversations. Therapy will also involve exercises such as re-imagining one’s partner as a wounded child; re-romanticizing a relationship through appreciation, surprises, and even gift-giving and restructuring frustrations by transforming complaints into requests. The ultimate goal is to re-envision the relationship as a source of safety and happiness.
What is the Imago method?
A core technique of Imago therapy is the Imago dialogue, in which partners learn to avoid hurtful statements and establish ways to interact based on each having equal space and power. In the dialogue, partners take turns as the “sender,” who shares their thoughts, and the “receiver.” The receiver is asked to “mirror,” or paraphrase, what their partner has said, without response or rebuttal, and then validate their statements, acknowledging understanding even if they do not personally agree with it. Finally, the receiver displays empathy by stating what they imagine the other is feeling, and showing appreciation for it.
How long does Imago therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for Imago therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core techniques of Imago coaching, some couples quickly make progress, but most should expect sessions to extend for months, encompassing at least 12 to 20 sessions, along with extensive “homework” from their therapist.
Does Imago therapy work?
There is limited empirical evidence to support the benefits of Imago therapy, but some smaller studies suggest that it does help couples, at least in the short-term. A 2017 study found that marital satisfaction increased significantly after couples completed 12 sessions of Imago therapy, and remained higher for some time after that, but did not always result in “complete recovery.” Other studies found greater empathy and fewer feelings of relationship burnout in couples after therapy. Some research suggests that Imago therapy can aid individuals as well as couples; people with ADHD in particular may benefit from the development of communication, self-control, and listening skills that form the basis of the technique.