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David deBardelaben-Phillips, CIRF, ACCEP, MEd, BBA, RM

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Certifications

Imago Therapist
A Certified Imago Relationship Therapist is a licensed mental health professional trained in the Imago model to work with couples and individuals, using Imago techniques to foster deeper connection, empathy, and effective communication. This certification involves intensive coursework, supervised clinical practice, and mastery of Imago dialogue to support relational healing in clinical settings.
Imago Therapist in Training
A Certified Imago Relationship Therapist is a licensed mental health professional trained in the Imago model to work with couples and individuals, using Imago techniques to foster deeper connection, empathy, and effective communication. This certification involves intensive coursework, supervised clinical practice, and mastery of Imago dialogue to support relational healing in clinical settings.
Imago Professional Facilitator
Imago Professional Facilitators are professionals trained to use Imago relationship tools and dialogue processes to build connection, resolve conflict, and strengthen communication in a wide range of non-clinical environments. These skills can be applied by coaches, teachers, clergy, attorneys, doctors, business leaders, managers, community organizers, and many others—anyone seeking to foster healthier relationships and collaboration in their workplace, organization, classroom, or community.

About David…

David deBardelaben-Phillips is passionate about helping couples build stronger, healthier relationships. He thrives in sessions where he can facilitate open communication, foster emotional intimacy, and guide partners toward deeper understanding and connection. David has specialized training to work with couples. He is a Certified Imago Relationship Facilitator, Certified Exceptional Relationship Mentor, and has completed Gottman Level 1 training, as well as being an Advanced Certified Core Energetics Practitioner. Currently, David is completing his Imago Therapist Training as well. David genuinely enjoys seeing couples heal and thrive, celebrating each milestone—big or small—as they move toward a more fulfilling partnership. David is the Founder and President of Energetic Awakenings in Cleveland, OH. He is a leader in mind, body, spirit healing. David works with clients to identify roots causes that prevent them from being their full self and helps them to take actions to achieve personal transformation. His main goal is to help each client and couple Live Life Fully! In his private practice, David works with individuals, couples, and groups. He is also a workshop leader and group facilitator for many organizations dealing with challenging topics such as racism, conflict, & LGBTQ cultural competency. David holds his Master of Education from Cleveland State University with a focus on Adult Learning & Development. David is also a senior faculty member at the Institute of Core Energetics based in NYC.

Practice at a Glance

Imago Workshops

Transform your relationship by attending one of our Imago Relationships workshops in North America. We have a large network of certified therapists and facilitators that will help you connect deeper in all of your relationships. You can explore our workshop topics and speak directly with our Imago Relationships professional to sign up.

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