Hakomi Therapy

Hakomi therapy is based on certain principles, such as non violence, body-mind holism, mindfulness, unity and organicity.



It is also referred to as somatic psychotherapy. This therapy brings about a transformation in the individual. Individuals are self organising systems. This depends on beliefs, images and memories. Attitudes and habits are a portrayal of the same and form the basis of individuals. These beliefs change by Hakomi therapy, thereby brings about a change in an individual.

It is a combination of Western and Eastern philosophy. It is easy to comprehend and is flexible. It does evoke certain responses on the individual. The treatment time taken is between one to one and a half hours. The human potential is realised to the greatest extent. The awareness and knowledge regarding the self is increased.



In Hakomi therapy, the experiences of the individual at that moment are of consideration. This happens devoid of any effort and prior judgement. Compassion, mindfulness and gentleness are certain concepts that have their roots from some religions, namely Taoism and Buddhism.

Hakomi also depends on emotions and sensation of the body. Hakomi establishes mindfulness. It analyses the influence of any of the core material on experience. It creates a healing relationship between the individual and the therapist, with maximum safety and effectiveness. The individuals experience a new healing with the help of this system. They get in touch with the memories, feelings and beliefs in a direct manner. They undergo transformation, through new healing experiences. Hakomi therapy awakens the self. Healing relationship and loving presence are the core principle behind Hakomi. It is a highly potent technique of support and growth.

The unity principle portrays individuals as integral whole system. All the systems such as intra psychic, metabolic and inter personal systems are considered. Mindfulness is the focussing of the mind devoid of any prejudices. Certain exercises also help in the achievement of mindfulness. Concentration on the breath or sitting at one place is not necessary. It is possibly done at any place. It calms down the thoughts to silence them. Mindfulness is a form or technique of meditation which calls for a lot of practice. The breath and the inner flow are of primary concern. One must listen to the commentary of the mind; with a time range for this is between thirty seconds to a minute. Yoga and Hakomi strike a balance in their approach. A clear and unconditioned mind is the goal of hakomi therapy. A Training of three years helps a hakomi therapist in the performance of their skill.