Michelle Bohls, LMFT

Imago Relationship Therapy Educator, Therapist, Trainer & Imago Faculty

Michelle Bohls, LMFT, is an Imago Relationship Therapy professional, educator, trainer, supervisor, workshop presenter, and Imago Faculty member with extensive experience in relationship therapy and professional education.

Michelle has practiced Imago Relationship Therapy since 2006 and has earned advanced credentials within the Imago community, including Certified Imago Therapist, Advanced Imago Therapist, Imago Professional Facilitator, Workshop Presenter, Consultant/Supervisor, and Imago Faculty.

Through her clinical, educational, and professional training work, Michelle helps individuals, couples, and relationship professionals better understand communication, emotional connection, recurring relationship patterns, and the principles of Imago Relationship Therapy.

Michelle also contributes relationship education to Imago Texas, helping readers access practical information about relationships, communication, couples therapy, and Imago-based approaches to relationship growth.

About Michelle Bohls

Michelle’s professional work is centered on relationships and the ways people communicate, connect, respond to conflict, and develop patterns within intimate relationships.

Her work is informed by the principles of Imago Relationship Therapy, an approach developed by Harville Hendrix, Ph.D., and Helen LaKelly Hunt, Ph.D.

Imago Relationship Therapy views relationship conflict as an opportunity to better understand each partner’s experiences, needs, and emotional patterns. Through structured communication and the Imago Dialogue process, couples can learn to listen with greater empathy and create a stronger sense of connection.

Michelle brings this relational perspective to both her clinical work and professional education.

Her experience includes working with couples and individuals while also training and supporting professionals who want to develop their skills in Imago-based relationship work.

Michelle's Imago Relationship Therapy Experience

Michelle has been practicing Imago Relationship Therapy since 2006, giving her many years of experience working with the Imago approach.

Her professional Imago credentials include:

Her role within the Imago community extends beyond clinical practice. As an Imago Faculty member, Michelle participates in professional education and training for therapists, facilitators, and other relationship professionals.

This combination of clinical experience, advanced Imago training, teaching, and professional supervision informs the relationship education she provides through her work.

Professional Education & Training

Michelle is also an educator and trainer within the Imago community.

Her professional training work helps therapists and relationship professionals develop a deeper understanding of Imago concepts and strengthen their ability to apply relational principles in clinical and professional settings.

Her areas of professional education include:

Imago Relationship Therapy
Imago Dialogue
Couples and relationship therapy
Relational communication
Emotional connection
Conflict and relationship patterns
Imago facilitation
Professional training
Clinical consultation
Supervision and professional development

Through education and training, Michelle supports professionals who want to incorporate Imago principles into their work with couples and individuals.

Michelle Bohls & Imago Texas

Michelle is closely connected to Imago Texas, a statewide resource that helps Texans find Imago Relationship Therapy professionals, workshops, and relationship education.

Imago Texas is not a traditional therapy practice. Instead, it serves as a resource and connection hub for people interested in Imago-based relationship support throughout Texas.

The organization helps individuals and couples discover independent Imago professionals, learn about relationship workshops, and access educational information about relationships and Imago Relationship Therapy.

Michelle’s involvement helps connect her professional experience and knowledge of the Imago approach with the educational mission of Imago Texas.

Areas of Expertise

Michelle’s professional work encompasses a range of relationship and relational-development topics, including:

Couples & Relationship Therapy

Helping couples understand recurring conflict, communication difficulties, emotional disconnection, and relationship patterns.

Imago Relationship Therapy

Applying the Imago framework to help couples develop greater awareness, empathy, communication, and connection.

Imago Dialogue

Teaching structured communication principles that encourage partners to slow down difficult conversations, listen more deeply, and understand each other’s experiences.

Relationship Communication

Helping individuals and couples recognize communication patterns and develop more intentional ways of interacting.

Professional Training

Educating therapists, facilitators, and relationship professionals in Imago-based approaches and professional skills.

Supervision & Consultation

Supporting professionals through consultation, supervision, and continued development of their relationship-focused practice.

Why Michelle Writes for Imago Texas

As an experienced Imago professional and educator, Michelle brings specialized knowledge to the relationship content published through Imago Texas.

Her articles and educational resources address real relationship concerns and explain concepts related to communication, emotional connection, conflict, personal growth, and relationship patterns.

Rather than offering generic relationship advice, her content is informed by her professional experience and understanding of Imago Relationship Therapy.

This allows readers to learn more about relationship dynamics while gaining a clearer understanding of when professional relationship support may be appropriate.

Michelle's Approach to Relationship Education

Michelle believes that relationship education should be practical, compassionate, and grounded in professional experience.

Relationship difficulties are rarely about a single argument or isolated disagreement. Couples may find themselves repeating the same conflicts even when they genuinely want their relationship to improve.

Understanding these recurring patterns can help partners move away from blame and toward greater curiosity about what is happening within the relationship.

Michelle’s Imago-informed educational work explores how partners can:

Recognize recurring relationship patterns

Understand emotional triggers

Improve communication

Listen with greater empathy

Better understand each other's experiences

Build greater emotional awareness

Approach conflict differently

Build emotional connection

Create healthier patterns of interaction

Her goal is to make relationship concepts easier to understand and apply while encouraging readers to seek individualized professional support when appropriate.

Commitment to Professional & Relationship Education

Michelle is committed to continuing education and to supporting the development of relationship professionals..

Her work reflects an ongoing interest in helping therapists and facilitators strengthen their ability to work with couples and relational concerns.

Through clinical experience, professional training, supervision, workshops, and educational writing, she contributes to the continued development and accessibility of Imago-informed relationship education.

Professional Education & Training

Imago Relationship Therapy was developed by Harville Hendrix, Ph.D., and Helen LaKelly Hunt, Ph.D.

The approach focuses on relationships as an opportunity for connection, awareness, healing, and personal growth.

A central component of Imago work is Imago Dialogue, a structured communication process that incorporates:

These communication practices are designed to help partners slow down reactive conversations and develop a deeper understanding of each other’s perspectives.

Imago Relationship Therapy is now practiced by trained professionals in communities around the world.

Michelle’s professional work is part of this broader Imago community, combining clinical practice, education, training, and professional development.

Published Work & Relationship Education

Michelle contributes educational content to Imago Texas covering topics related to relationships, communication, conflict, emotional connection, and personal growth.

Her writing is intended to help readers better understand relationship dynamics and become more informed about available relationship resources.

When appropriate, Imago Texas content encourages readers to seek support from qualified relationship professionals rather than attempting to address complex relationship or mental health concerns through online information alone.

Professional Credentials

Name: Michelle Bohls, LMFT

Professional Designation: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Imago Credentials:

Imago Experience: Practicing Imago Relationship Therapy since 2006

Professional Focus: Imago Relationship Therapy, couples and relationship work, relationship education, professional training, facilitation, consultation, and supervision

Organization: Imago Texas

About Imago Texas

Imago Texas is a statewide relationship resource connecting Texans with Imago Relationship Therapy professionals, workshops, and educational resources.

The professionals listed through Imago Texas operate independently and maintain their own practices, services, fees, schedules, and client relationships.

Imago Texas provides educational information and helps people discover relationship professionals and programs that may fit their needs.

Editorial Disclosure

Content authored by Michelle Bohls, LMFT, for Imago Texas is provided for general educational and informational purposes.

Relationship education available through this website is not a substitute for individualized therapy, counseling, diagnosis, or other professional mental health services.

Readers who are experiencing significant relationship, emotional, or mental health concerns should consider speaking with an appropriately qualified and licensed professional.

Imago Texas does not provide therapy directly. Its directory and resources are intended to help individuals and couples explore available Imago Relationship Therapy professionals and relationship programs.

Author: Michelle Bohls, LMFT
Role: Imago Relationship Therapy Educator, Therapist, Trainer, Supervisor & Imago Faculty
Organization: Imago Texas
Last Updated: August 2026