Helen LaKelly Hunt, Ph.D., is an author, educator, and philanthropist best known for co-creating Imago Relationship Therapy (IRT) with her husband, Dr. Harville Hendrix. Together, they developed IRT as a relational model designed to transform conflict into connection through structured dialogue, empathy, and a commitment to mutual growth. Their bestselling book, Getting the Love You Want, introduced Imago principles to a global audience and helped shape contemporary approaches to couple therapy. Hunt’s work emphasizes the healing power of presence, the importance of relational safety, and the role of intentional communication in sustaining intimacy.
Beyond clinical practice, Hunt has been a leading voice in spreading Imago principles worldwide through training programs, workshops, and international partnerships. Her focus on relational transformation is deeply informed by her background as a feminist scholar and social activist, which has reinforced her belief that healing relationships contributes to healing communities. Through her teaching, writing, and decades of leadership in the Imago movement, Helen LaKelly Hunt has played a pivotal role in advancing a more connected, compassionate, and conscious approach to human relationships.
Deepening Change in Imago Relationship Therapy