Healing Through Connection: Mastering The Art Of Imago Dialogue - by Emilio Jose Garcia

COURSE

Healing Through Connection: Mastering The Art Of Imago Dialogue

With Emilio Jose Garcia

Join us for an immersive course designed to introduce you to Imago Dialogue, a transformative communication tool that fosters deeper connection, empathy, and mutual understanding. Whether you're in a relationship or seeking to improve communication with family, friends, or colleagues, this course will teach you how to create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can express your feelings and needs openly. Using the techniques from Imago Dialogue, you will learn how to move beyond conflict and reactive patterns, offering your partner or loved ones a compassionate ear and a deeper understanding of each other’s inner world. This course includes practical exercises, live demonstrations, and opportunities for real-time practice, giving you the tools to reinvigorate your relationships and create more conscious and connected interactions. Whether attending with a partner or solo, you will leave with valuable insights and actionable steps to bring more clarity, intention, and healing into your relationships.


Meet your Teacher

Samantha Kristoferson and Emilio Jose Garcia not only bring years of personal experience with Imago Dialogue but have also successfully integrated it into their professional practice, guiding others toward healthier communication and clearer boundaries. Their lived experience, combined with the training they received from respected relationship leaders, uniquely qualifies them to help others learn how to cultivate deeper, more conscious relationships. With a compassionate and experiential approach, Samantha and Emilio create a safe and supportive space where participants can explore the power of intentional dialogue and discover new ways to communicate with loved ones. Their teaching is grounded in the belief that healthy communication is the foundation for thriving relationships, and they are excited to share this transformative tool with others.

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7 Days

129 students

4.9 stars

12 min / day

Compassion

English


Lesson 1

Introduction

Get to know the purpose and transformative power of Imago Dialogue. In this session, we'll explore how this structured communication tool can bring clarity, connection, and empathy into your relationships. You’ll also learn a bit about our journey with Imago Dialogue and why we're passionate about sharing it with others.

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Lesson 2

Agreements

Before diving into dialogue, it's essential to set some ground rules. In this session, we’ll establish core agreements that create a safe and respectful space for open, honest communication. These agreements will guide the dialogue process, ensuring that both you and your partner feel heard and valued.

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Lesson 3

Practice Space

A supportive environment is crucial for successful dialogue. This session will focus on creating a physical and emotional space that fosters calm, focus, and presence. You’ll learn techniques to regulate your nervous system and bring intention to the practice, setting the stage for meaningful connection.

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Lesson 4

Structure & Real Dialogue

Here, we’ll dive into the actual structure of Imago Dialogue. We’ll break down each component—from mirroring and validation to empathy and ending in gratitude—and demonstrate how these steps work together to transform communication. This session will also include an example of real dialogue to illustrate how the process looks and feels in action.

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Lesson 5

Before & After The Dialogue

Preparation and reflection can enhance the impact of each dialogue session. In this session, you’ll learn what to do before entering a dialogue to set the tone, as well as ways to process and integrate the experience afterward. These steps help you maximize the benefits of the practice.

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Lesson 6

Ideas To Bring To Your Dialogues

To keep your dialogues fresh and relevant, we’ll provide ideas and prompts to explore different topics and themes. This session will cover suggestions for navigating various types of conversations—from discussing everyday stressors, and apology structure, to exploring deeper emotional needs.

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Lesson 7

Final Thoughts

In this closing session, we’ll reflect on the journey and provide guidance for continuing the practice of Imago Dialogue beyond this course. We’ll offer encouragement and tips for keeping the dialogue alive in your relationship, making it a lasting source of connection and growth.

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4.9 (7)

Recent Reviews

Heidi

January 13, 2026

I have already put to use some of the concepts in the course so I can say that they can indeed have a positive impact on communication and I intend to use the energetic shifts demonstrated here as a pathway to connection when communication seems difficult. I have learnt that I can be quick to jump from validation to empathy so I also learn something to work on which is valuable. However, I do not see the soundness of carrying out the formal version of the imago dialogue for me at this time but who knows what the future brings? One thing that comes to mind that I would have liked reflection on is how to ensure that such a relatively rigid structured communication does not become violent (where we force each other or I force myself beyond my boundaries). Having been brought up in an at times verbally abusive environment, this is a tender issue for me that is one thing I would need to be addressed before feeling safe in the setting of the dialogue. The real “meat” of the course is in lesson four so for anyone starting the course, hang in there if the course does not catch on at first. Thank you both for sharing your process so openly and honestly in order to help others.🙏

Andy

March 13, 2025

Fantastic tool for healthfully navigating repair and growth around emotionally charged incidents. Doing this course has directly helped me better address conflict within my partnership.

Naomi

January 30, 2025

Extremely well presented valuable course. Your personal sharing immediately takes it from theory to practicality making the practice far more easy to adopt.

KatieG

January 3, 2025

I really enjoyed the course, and may revisit it to learn more and deepen my skills! I had heard of Imago dialogue but never have dug into it or experienced it first hand. The way the 2 of you presented the material was both valuable and inspirational. I especially appreciated the vulnerability and candor you displayed with each other in the midst of your teaching. Your authentic selves definitely came through! I’m a retired psychiatrist married to a family physician (who is still working). We’ve been together for almost 46 years and married going on 43 years and definitely could benefit from these tools! We have grown and become much better partners and listeners over the years-but there’s room for much more for sure!! Anyways, 5 stars and thank you!! 🙏🏼

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