About Me

At Start Right Imago Therapy we provide transformative sessions designed to foster understanding and connection between couples. Explore how our approach can bring positive change.

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Hendrien van der Bijl | Imago Therapist

I am a passionate psychologist and relationship expert based in Pretoria East. With an honors degree in Psychology and specialized training in Imago Relationship Therapy. I am deeply committed to helping couples navigate the challenges of love and connection. My mission is to empower couples to build meaningful, lasting relationships rooted in empathy, understanding, and open communication.

I have a warm personality,  delightfully ticklish and I love The Notebook, a testament to my romantic spirit.

Milestones: Why Imago Therapy?

Foundations

The Beginning

Earned my honors degree in Psychology, discovering my passion for helping couples build meaningful, connected relationships.

Imago Therapy

Certification

Fell in love with the transformative power of Imago Relationship Therapy during my clinical training and workshops, shaping my approach.

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Getting to work

In 2015, I founded my practice, combining my passion for psychology and relationships to help couples build meaningful connections.

Personal Growth

Proof is in the pudding

Applied Imago principles to my own marriage, transforming challenges into opportunities for growth and creating a deeper connection with my husband, Ryno.

Public Recognition

Recognition

Featured on Impact Radio’s Afternoon Drive with Kgosi and KykNet’s Spreekkamer with Suzaan Steyn, sharing valuable relationship insights.

Empower Couples

Fulfilling Work

I’m excited to continue supporting more couples on their journey to lasting love. Helping them create thriving, connected relationships every day. Click here to view my products

Core Principles of Imago Therapy

Focussing on transforming conflict into healing and growth opportunities. It emphasizes deep listening and empathy to foster understanding between partners.

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Active Listening

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Empathy Building

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Intentional Dialogue

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Healing Childhood Wounds

Take the First Step Towards Change

Ready to transform your relationship? Contact us today to schedule a consultation and discover how Imago therapy can help you and your partner grow together.