Hakomi Psychotherapy

As a parent, teacher and student of Hakomi Mindful Somatic Psychotherapy, I bring a warm, attachment-centred approach to healing. With decades of experience in yoga therapy, contemplative movement, and mindfulness, I support people struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, and addiction through body-based, experiential therapy.

Drawing from Internal Family Systems and trauma-informed practices, I create a safe space where you can reconnect with your body's innate wisdom and return home to your authentic self.

Hi, I’m Mel. I’m a somatic therapist trained in Hakomi Somatic Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and traditional psychotherapy. I’m drawn to experiential approaches that trust a person’s inner wisdom and natural capacity for healing.

I aim to work collaboratively, with warmth, humour, and integrity. Sessions blend conversation with gentle, present-moment exploration to help you understand your experience more fully and support meaningful, embodied change.

Review: “I am so grateful”

Rating 5 out of 5
based on 1 reviews

Kia ora, I’m Mari. I offer a gentle, trauma-informed, body-centered approach to experiential therapy rooted in Hakomi Somatic Psychotherapy, and further supported by Internal Family Systems (IFS).

This way of working can be especially supportive for those navigating trauma, grief, anger, confusion, and fear, feeling stuck in recurring patterns, longing to feel more at home in themselves, or seeking greater connection, presence, and ease in their lives.

I am a registered psychotherapist and have a Bachelor of Social Sciences in Psychology, and I am certified in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy.

I work with adults experiencing a range of personal issues. If you are looking for a deeper level of understanding as to how you got to be as you are and how you might move forward, I can help.

Review: “It is making a significant difference”

Rating 5 out of 5
based on 8 reviews

Hi, I am Joanna, a psychotherapist in Heathcote, Christchurch. I provide a holistic approach to psychotherapy that integrates psychodynamic and somatic approaches.

My goal is to create a safe and nurturing space where you can feel heard and supported throughout your journey towards achieving mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

Visit my profile to learn more or contact me if you have questions.

Review: “I’ve gained so much from working with her”

Rating 5 out of 5
based on 3 reviews

As a somatic practitioner, yoga teacher, and student of Hakomi Mindful Somatic Psychotherapy, I offer a compassionate and embodied approach to therapy. I support people navigating challenging life events, patterns, and experiences through relational, body-based work. Integrating Hakomi somatic psychotherapy with somatic parts work, I help you tune into your body's intelligence, befriend all parts of yourself, and find your way back to ease and authenticity.

Hi, I'm Crysal. Whatever is happening in your life right now – physically, mentally, emotionally, relationally – I offer a safe, confidential, and welcoming space where you will be able express freely your experiences.

Hi, I'm Crysal. Whatever is happening in your life right now – physically, mentally, emotionally, relationally – I offer a safe, confidential, and welcoming space where you will be able express freely your experiences.

I provide a safe and warm container for people to be themselves, encouraging personal growth and healing with kindness and compassion. My work is a gentle, body-centred therapy where you are supported to slow down and access healing through embodied connection and heartfelt listening.

You're welcome for individual and couples counselling.
I am committed to providing a safe and understanding environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. Let’s work together towards your well-being.

Welcome. If you are reading this, chances are life is presenting challenges for you and you're seeking support to find a way through. Whether in-person or online, I provide a safe and nurturing space where we can explore your concerns with gentle curiosity.

Welcome — I’m Twané
I offer client-centred psychotherapy that blends my learnings from the Hakomi model, the Conversational Model, and EMDR to support mind-body healing. My approach is gentle, relational, and collaborative—inviting whatever needs attention to emerge at your own pace, helping you move toward greater clarity, freedom, and well-being.

Review: “Trusting and non judgemental”

Rating 5 out of 5
based on 5 reviews

My work has given me the privilege of working with a wide range of people with differing backgrounds and circumstances with whatever brings them to therapy: low mood, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, repeating patterns, grief, and addictions. Sometimes people don’t know what brings them to therapy. They might not feel right, and have a need for clarity – therapy is often a great place for addressing this.