The Boat: Navigating Love With Intention Online Workshop
Navigating the bumpy waters of life requires a sturdy vessel. In order to create a successful relationship, we need to get in the boat, pick up the oars, and row together. This workshop provides couples with the tools you need to navigate the ups and downs of your relationship journey with intention and clarity, while maintaining your affection for one another. You will make a plan that will allow you to achieve your life and relationship goals together. Join Dr. Wendy and Bob for an online, weekend workshop where you’ll:
Learn tools to communicate with empathy and clarity
Understand and honor your differences
Build trust and respect in your relationship
Use daily tools to stay connected
SCHEDULE: April 10-11, 2026:
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Learn more about your instructors and the history of Imago Relationship Therapy.
Briefly explore your Beliefs about relationships
Learn how to see differences as a strength!
We will complete exercises that allow you and your partner to get on the same page in your relationship
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Learn how to amplify the positives and leave on a high note!
Complete your ships log with plans for your future
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: Online Via Zoom
COST: $445 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
RECORDING: This program will be recorded. We will only be recording the speaker view of the program and no part of the workshop with participants will be incorporated into the final recording.
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
