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

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Certified 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.
Advanced Imago Therapist
Imago Advanced Clinicians are experienced Imago therapists who have completed several advanced training courses, demonstrating higher-level expertise in Imago theory and practice. This certification reflects advanced clinical skills, commitment to ongoing professional growth, and the ability to work with complex relational issues.
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.
Imago Workshop Presenter
Certified Imago Workshop Presenters are advanced clinicians who are trained to lead the “Getting The Love You Want” workshop for couples and, with additional training beyond their presenter certification, may also present the “Keeping The Love You Find” workshop for individuals. This certification emphasizes personal growth and group facilitation techniques, enabling presenters to guide participants through deep relational learning in immersive workshop settings.
Imago Consultant
Imago Consultants are seasoned professionals qualified to supervise and mentor other Imago therapists and clinicians. Their training focuses on consultation and supervision skills, using the Imago relational paradigm to provide guidance, leadership, and feedback to colleagues engaged in clinical and facilitator training.
  • Race – White
  • Gender – Man

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 Therapist, 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 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 Heart 2 Heart Couples Counseling & 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 couples, individuals, 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.

Specialties & Expertise

  • Affairs
  • Anger
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorder
  • Emotional Abuse
  • Grief
  • LGBTQIA2S+
  • Non-monogamy
  • PTSD
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexual Dysfunction
  • Somatic Therapy

Insurance & Payment

  • Cash pay
  • Credit or debit card

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.

Getting The Love You Want: Couples Workshop

Presenter in Training – Reduced Price