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 trauma-informed, body-centred approach to therapy, drawing from Hakomi Mindful Somatic Psychotherapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and an understanding of the nervous system. I bring warmth, deep care, and integrity to this work, supporting people to come home to themselves through the wisdom of the mind–body connection.

This can support those navigating trauma, grief, anger, confusion, and fear. And those feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns, or longing for more ease and connection.

Review: “I cannot recommend her highly enough”

Rating 5 out of 5
based on 1 reviews

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 safe, 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: “Finding Joanna was a turning point for me”

Rating 5 out of 5
based on 5 reviews

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.

Welcome. Reaching out for professional help can be an important step forward for your own mental well-being and the health of your relationships, yet it can be a hard step to take. I work in a respectful and collaborative way, providing the space for you to gain insight into your relationship and your life. Understanding your relationships can help you better understand and connect with yourself and others.

I am an experienced clinician integrating somatic, psychodynamic, and naturopathic approaches to support healing of the whole person. As a Hakomi graduate, IFS practitioner, and Conversational Model trainee (ANZAP), I work with the mind-body connection to help clients access deeper emotional understanding and lasting change. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space for in-person sessions in Nelson and telehealth worldwide.

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.

Welcome Friend, my name is Ahly and I offer mind-body-soul support using the psycho-spiritual compass of Hakomi; a mindful somatic (body-based) psychotherapy approach that gently leads us towards our own heart-intelligence and wisdom.

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.

Somatic Integrative Sessions, Hakomi Mindful Somatic Psychotherapy (as a 3rd year student of Hakomi).
Life path direction coaching sessions.

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.