Getting the Love You Want Couples Workshop IN PERSON
If you’re craving deeper connection with your partner, this two-day weekend workshop is for you! In just one weekend, you and your partner will learn how to rekindle friendship, humor, and romance.
During this workshop, you and your partner will learn effective communication tools to feel seen and heard, uncover how your past may influence your current relationships, and practice connecting in a secure and meaningful way. You’ll leave on a high note, feeling equipped to support each other, celebrate the positives, and navigate frustrations or conflicts ahead as a team!
All workshop exercises are completed privately between you and your partner. The only times you need to speak to the group are to introduce yourselves and if you have any questions during the weekend.
This workshop is based on the evidence-based principles of Imago Relationship Therapy and the best-selling book, Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples by Harville Hendrix, PhD and Helen LaKelly Hunt, PhD.
SCHEDULE: November 8-9, 2025:
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Learn more about your instructors and the history of Imago Relationship Therapy.
Briefly explore your own relationship history (without dwelling in the past!)
Complete more interactive lessons and exercises: learn about your stress responses, how to lower reactivity, and empowering tips to take ownership of your experiences.
Watch a demo and practice together with feedback.
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Amplify the positives and leave on a high note!
Learn about "caring behaviors," how to help your partner feel loved and supported, and how to receive support in turn.
Leave with practical tips that you can implement right away to deepen your bond and add more joy to your relationship.
INSTRUCTORS: Dr. Wendy Palmer Patterson and Bob Patterson
LOCATION: 1145 Sheridan Rd. N.E. Atlanta, Georgia 30324
COST: $995 per couple. Please select only one registration. You will fill out both of your information on the Participant Questionnaire.
CEUs: 10 CEUs for therapists are available for an additional $30 fee.
CANCELLATION POLICY: If you cancel 30+ days before the program starts, your registration fee may be refunded (minus a $80 non-refundable finance charge), and you can apply your deposit to the next scheduled program once at no extra cost. If you cancel within 30 days of the program, or do not show on the scheduled date, you can apply your registration fee to the next available program.
QUESTIONS? Email Allison Dragony at allison@imagogeorgia.com
Frequently Asked Questions
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Getting the Love You Want is designed to help couples navigating everyday challenges and life changes.
Our workshops often include couples facing seasons of transition, whether it be through parenthood, marriage, a move, career change, children leaving the home, or retirement.
That said, couples from all walks of life - of all ages and stages - are welcome to join!
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You will not! Exercises during this workshop are completed privately between you and your partner.
The only time you will speak to the group is to introduce yourselves and if you have any questions throughout the weekend.
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After taking this two-day workshop, you'll leave with the tools, knowledge, and strong foundation to continue improving communication with your partner.
Together, you'll learn how to truly hear each other while being heard in return. You'll also learn how your past may be influencing your present actions in your relationships.
Through private interactive exercises, you and your partner can build a deeper connection and enter a new chapter in your relationship.
About the Instructors
Dr. Wendy Palmer Patterson and Bob Patterson
Together in business and life for over 40 years, Wendy and Bob have been presenting the Getting the Love You Want workshop for 25+ years. They run a private therapy practice in Inman Park and bring their passion for Imago to their work and life. Their experience, expertise, humor, mutual respect and admiration for the couples attending enhances every moment of this workshop.
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Certified Advanced Imago Clinician
Certified Imago Workshop Presenter
Senior Clinical Instructor/Faculty member, Imago International Training Institute
Degrees
BS in Community Services & Public Affairs, University of Oregon
Master of Social Work, University of Georgia
PhD in Counseling with a Specialization in Imago Relationship Therapy, DayBreak University
Awards & Accolades
Harville Hendrix Award for Clinical Excellence
Helen Lakelly Hunt Award for Community Building
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Degrees
BA in Sociology, Georgia State University
Master of Education in Counseling Psychology, Georgia State University
Accolades & Accomplishments
Certified Imago Therapist & Workshop Presenter, Institute for Relationship Therapy
Board Chair / Executive Board of Trustees, Imago Relationships International
Member, Georgia Association of Marriage & Family Therapy
Member, American Association for Marriage & Family Therapy
Past Conference Chair (15 years), Imago Relationship Institute
