Experience the Hakomi Way

Hakomi provides a gentle yet profound path to healing, helping individuals break free from limiting patterns and cultivate a more conscious, fulfilling way of being.

What is Hakomi?

Hakomi is a mindfulness-centered, somatic therapy method developed by Ron Kurtz that integrates psychology, body awareness, and compassionate presence. It is an experiential, body-based approach to self-discovery and healing. Through guided mindfulness, clients explore unconscious patterns, allowing for deep insight and transformation in a safe and nurturing space.

Why Choose Hakomi?

“After nearly 50 years of studying and practicing the art of psychotherapy, I have come to realize that Hakomi is unique in an essential way. I no longer think of the Hakomi Way as a particular methodology of psychotherapy which can be compared and contrasted with other methods. I believe Hakomi is actually the way in which any method of psychotherapy is expressed most elegantly. It is the profound embodiment of intimacy, the healing heart of any liberating relationship. It is the foundation of loving presence and the pathway to the transformation of unnecessary suffering.”
– Flint Sparks

Loving Presence

Hakomi is a way of living, thinking and feeling in alignment with the five guiding principles. Loving presence is an attitude that will naturally emerge within us as we deeply understand these universal spiritual principles that are the true underpinning of Hakomi.

Hakomi is built upon five guiding principles

Mindfulness – Using mindful awareness to observe inner experiences without judgment.
Nonviolence – A compassionate, respectful approach that honors the client’s natural process of healing.
Organicity – Trusting that each individual has an innate ability to grow and heal at their own pace.
Unity – Recognizing the interconnectedness of mind, body, emotions, and relationships.
Body-Mind Integration – Understanding that psychological change is deeply connected to physical experience.

A message from Ron Kurtz, Founder of Hakomi

“A word of appreciation. In practising, learning and teaching all these years, I have benefited greatly from the people I have assisted, the colleagues I have worked with, and all the bright and loving students who have been a big part of my life. To all of them, I offer heartfelt thanks.”

Ron Kurtz, creator of the Hakomi Method: “The Refined Hakomi Method, as it is now called, continues to draw its inspiration and power from the healing wisdom of nature and our human capacities for love and awareness. The method embraces the support of science, spirituality and all forms of healing. With study and practice, this simple, elegant way of caring and helping each other is easy to learn and has the power to heal the hearts it touches. Using it is joyous work.”

- Ron Kurtz Founder of Hakomi

Hakomi Legacy Library

Gain exclusive access to our growing digital archive of Ron Kurtz teaching videos, audio recordings, interviews, written resources and access to premier virtual training events. The Legacy Library is your key to deepening your practice, learning from the originator of the method and staying up to date with the latest teachings in the Hakomi community.

Legacy Library Events

Stay connected with the international community by participating in library events led by experienced HEN teachers and trainers.

In Session with Ron Kurtz – The group will view Ron doing a full Hakomi session and will participate in discussion groups. Cost $60 CAD.
Resourced and Inspired – Each session will be based on a Hakomi theme. The group will view clips of Ron teaching Hakomi and participate in experiential exercises. **Note this is free for the first year, ending September 1, 2026, for those with a subscription to the Legacy Library.

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“Hakomi is a way of living, thinking and feeling in terms of the principles, in alignment with the principles. Loving presence is an attitude that will naturally emerge in us as we come to deeply understand these universal principles that are, in effect, the true theoretical underpinnings of Hakomi.”