The Developmental Enneagram for Couples™
Advanced Training and Certification for Couples Work
This advanced training is designed for professionals who support individuals and couples in deepening their relational awareness, emotional presence, and communication skills through the lens of the Enneagram.
Whether you are a licensed therapist, certified coach, clergy, spiritual director, or Enneagram teacher, this program provides a robust and ethical framework for guiding couples in transformational work — grounded in developmental theory, practical tools, and type-specific insights.
This training is educational in nature. It does not train participants to diagnose or treat mental health conditions unless they are already licensed to do so. Participants are expected to practice within the scope of their professional role and credentialing.
The material is equally valuable for:
- Clinicians working in therapeutic contexts
- Coaches guiding clients in relational awareness
- Clergy & spiritual directors supporting spiritual intimacy
- Enneagram teachers helping students apply type wisdom to relationships
Guidance on scope, referrals, and ethical practice is included throughout the program.
Who This Course Is For
Therapists
Gain advanced tools to integrate the Enneagram with developmental and attachment-based couples work.
Coaches
Use Enneagram patterns to support clients in relational awareness, conscious communication, and co-regulation.
Clergy & Spiritual Directors
Explore the Enneagram as a soul map for relational healing and spiritual intimacy.
Certified Enneagram Teachers
Expand type work into couples dynamics, conflict styles, and growth pathways.
🌱 Course Overview
The Developmental Enneagram for Couples™: Advanced Training and Certification equips you with tools, strategies, and a professional credential to guide couples toward lasting transformation.
This program blends:
- Developmental theory → differentiation, attachment, and growth stages
- Enneagram wisdom → projections, type-specific struggles, and conflict dynamics
- Therapeutic practice → structured interventions, tools, and case consultations
Whether you’re new to the Enneagram or experienced, you’ll leave with actionable, type-specific methods you can immediately apply in your work with couples.
📚 Course Modules
Module 1: What is Differentiation?
- Differentiation of self vs differentiation of partner
- Why this concept is central in couples work
- Tools for balancing individuality and intimacy
Module 2: Getting Off to a Powerful Start
- How to set the tone in the first sessions
- Building safety, trust, and alignment from the beginning
Module 3: The Two Types of Couples
- Blaming vs conflict-avoidant couples
- Enneagram types most prone to each dynamic
- Tailored interventions for each pattern
Module 4: Infidelity & Rebuilding Trust
- Healing after betrayal
- Using type-informed tools for repair
- Building resilience and renewed commitment
Module 5: The Initiator-Inquirer Exercise
- A structured framework for difficult conversations
- Shifting couples from defensiveness to openness
Module 6: Parts Work in Couples Therapy
- Exploring inner conflicts and unmet needs
- Helping partners communicate from an integrated place
Module 7: Projections by Type
- How each Enneagram type projects onto their partner
- Turning projections into opportunities for empathy and growth
Module 8: Differentiation Struggles by Type
- Common ways each type resists differentiation
- Practical strategies for supporting growth and repair
Module 9: Therapist Countertransference & Growth
- Identifying your own biases and blind spots
- Developing presence and integrity in your couples work
Module 10: Communication & Conflict by Type
- How each type tends to argue, avoid, or escalate
- Tools for guiding couples toward healthier communication
Module 11: Supporting Growth in Each Type
- Type-specific strategies for relational maturity
- Helping each partner move forward in love and differentiation
🎓 Certification Pathway
Participants may earn a Certification in the Developmental Enneagram for Couples™.
Certification includes:
- Assessment → Written exam + case study analysis
- Practical Application → Case consultations or recorded demonstrations
- Ongoing Mentorship → Access to professional support groups and continued education
This credential validates your expertise and positions you as a trusted authority in couples work using the Enneagram.
💡 What You’ll Gain
- Advanced methods for integrating the Enneagram into couples work
- Tools for navigating differentiation, conflict resolution, and trust repair
- Confidence in guiding couples through challenges like avoidance, projection, and infidelity
- Immediate type-specific strategies you can use in your practice
- Deeper self-awareness as a practitioner (countertransference & growth)
- A recognized certification and access to ongoing mentorship
🌟 Why This Training Is Different
Most Enneagram trainings give you insight.
This certification gives you application and transformation.
- Not just type overviews → Type-specific interventions you can use with couples immediately
- Not just awareness → Practical tools for repair, trust, and intimacy
- Not just learning → Case consultation, mentorship, and live integration
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to already be an Enneagram expert to take this training?
No. The course is designed for both seasoned Enneagram practitioners and professionals newer to type work. You’ll receive guided frameworks, examples, and practical tools that make the content accessible while still offering depth for advanced learners.
Is this course therapy training?
This is an educational certification program. It does not train you to diagnose or treat mental health conditions unless you are already licensed to do so. Therapists, coaches, clergy, and Enneagram professionals are encouraged to apply the material within the scope of their existing credentials.
Will this help me in my coaching or ministry practice if I’m not a licensed therapist?
Yes. Coaches and clergy will find the tools extremely relevant for relational growth, communication, and emotional awareness — within non-clinical frameworks. We’ll also cover scope of practice and ethical guidelines so you know how to apply the tools appropriately.
What makes this certification different from other Enneagram trainings?
Most Enneagram trainings stop at personality insight. This program goes further by integrating developmental theory, differentiation, conflict repair, and type-based interventions. You’ll learn not just what a type does, but how to work with it in real relationships.
What if I don’t work with couples full-time?
That’s okay. Many professionals who take this training work with both individuals and couples. The tools are highly adaptable — you’ll learn how to use them in one-on-one sessions (helping individuals understand their type in relationships) as well as with couples.
Will there be live interaction or is this self-paced?
The training includes live teaching sessions, group discussions, and case consultations, along with on-demand materials you can revisit anytime. You’ll also have access to an ongoing mentorship group after certification for continued support.
What do I need to do to earn certification?
Certification involves three steps:
- Complete the core training modules
- Submit case studies or recorded demonstrations showing your application of the material
- Pass a written assessment covering the Developmental Enneagram for Couples framework and ethical guidelines
How long does the program take?
This is TBD, but you’ll have ongoing access to the material. Certification requirements (exam + case study) can be submitted once you’re ready.
Will I be listed or recognized as certified after completion?
Yes. Certified professionals will be listed in a directory of practitioners and can use the credential “Certified in the Developmental Enneagram for Couples™” in their bios, websites, and professional materials.
What if I’m still unsure this is the right fit?
If you’re curious but unsure, you can attend the first session risk-free. If by the end of the first week you decide the program isn’t right for you, you can request a full refund.
🧭 Closing Invitation
Couples work is complex. It requires courage, humility, and tools that meet people where they are.
The Developmental Enneagram for Couples™ offers you a structured, type-informed pathway to help couples grow in love, repair with compassion, and connect more deeply.
This is more than training.
It’s an advanced, transformational program — for you and the couples you serve.
