Whether you’re navigating a crisis, rebuilding after betrayal, or seeking a deeper commitment—this immersive retreat offers powerful, focused healing for couples ready to grow.
No two couples are the same—so we tailor the experience just for you and the the unique needs of your relationship.
Move your relationship into its next chapter.
This retreat provides the time and space to move beyond surface issues and into lasting transformation. In 2–3 days, couples achieve what could take months in traditional counseling or coaching.
Common Issues We Explore in Intensives:
A Customized Experience Unique to Your Relationship.
Format: 10+ hours over 2–3 days
Location: In-person. Couples are encouraged to step away from their normal routine and home to create sacred space. Staying at a local B&B or hotel is highly recommended.
Session Style: Includes couples sessions, individual work, and restorative breaks
Follow-Up: A 90 minute post-intensive session (usually 2–4 weeks later)
Experience the Power of Dialogue
This method fosters connection even across long-standing divides. The Dialogue process helps you:
This might be your moment if you and your partner:
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.
Beyond technique, 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 to 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 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 and is a senior faculty member at the Institute of Core Energetics based in NYC.
