Mindfulness-Based Body-Centered Healing
What is Hakomi Therapy?
Hakomi Therapy is a gentle yet profound form of body-centered psychotherapy that helps you access deep emotional healing through mindfulness and self-awareness. Developed by Ron Kurtz, Hakomi combines mindfulness, somatic awareness, and compassionate presence to uncover and heal unconscious patterns and beliefs that shape your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
In Hakomi, the body is viewed as a doorway to the unconscious mind. Your posture, tension patterns, and even subtle physical sensations can reveal emotional wounds and unmet needs. Through mindful exploration, Hakomi helps you bring these hidden patterns to the surface — not to judge or fix them, but to understand them with compassion and integrate them for healing.
How Does Hakomi Work?
During a Hakomi session, you’ll bring mindful self-awareness to explore sensations, emotions, beliefs, and memories that arise in your body and mind.
✅ Mindfulness: We’ll work with a calm, inward-focused awareness to notice what’s happening inside you without judgment.
✅ Somatic Awareness: We’ll pay attention to your body’s signals — tension, breath, sensations — to uncover emotional patterns and unconscious beliefs.
✅ Experiments: We may use gentle experiments, such as inviting a specific thought or phrase, to see how your body responds and reveal underlying emotional truths.
✅ Integration: As we explore these inner experiences, you’ll begin to release old patterns and integrate new, more supportive ways of being.
Example: If you notice tension in your chest when talking about setting boundaries, we might explore that sensation. You may discover that a part of you associates boundaries with conflict or rejection. Through mindful exploration, you can develop a new relationship with this part, allowing it to soften and trust.
Who Can Benefit from Hakomi Therapy?
Hakomi is especially effective for people who are highly sensitive, emotionally aware, or introspective. It’s well-suited for:
✔️ Anxiety and stress
✔️ Emotional overwhelm
✔️ Trauma and PTSD
✔️ Relationship issues
✔️ Self-criticism and low self-worth
✔️ Perfectionism and burnout
✔️ Existential and spiritual concerns
✔️ Grief and loss
Hakomi is particularly valuable for highly sensitive people (HSPs) and empaths because it works gently and honors the body’s natural wisdom and pace.
What Are the Benefits of Hakomi Therapy?
Deeper Emotional Awareness – Mindfulness allows you to observe your inner world with greater clarity and compassion.
Healing at the Nervous System Level – Hakomi works with your body’s responses to release stored tension and emotional patterns.
Less Overwhelm, More Ease – As you process emotional patterns, you’ll experience greater emotional balance and resilience.
Improved Relationships – Understanding your emotional triggers helps you respond more thoughtfully and authentically to others.
Freedom from Limiting Beliefs – As unconscious patterns are brought to light, you can replace them with more empowering beliefs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is Hakomi different from talk therapy?
Hakomi focuses on the body and mindfulness rather than just talking. Instead of analyzing your thoughts, we work with your present-moment experience and body responses to uncover deeper emotional patterns.
Do I need to have experience with mindfulness to try Hakomi?
No experience is necessary. I’ll guide you into a state of mindful awareness during each session and help you stay grounded throughout the process.
What happens if something difficult comes up during a session?
Hakomi is designed to work gently and at your own pace. If something difficult arises, we’ll slow down, and I’ll help you feel safe and supported as we process it together.
How long does it take to see results with Hakomi?
Healing is unique for each person. Some clients experience noticeable shifts within a few sessions, while others benefit from longer-term work to address deeper patterns.
Why Work With Me?
I am extensively trained in Hakomi therapy and have found it to be one of the most effective methods for deep emotional healing. My style is grounded, compassionate, and intuitive — I create a safe space where you can explore your inner world with curiosity and trust.
Ready to Experience Healing with Hakomi?
Discover the power of mindful, body-centered therapy. Reach out to schedule a free 15-minute consultation or book your first session today.