What Is Hakomi Therapy?



“Hakomi” is a word coming from the Indigenous American Hopi Nation, which asks, “Who am I in relation to all realms?” Hakomi is a psychotherapy modality that uses mindfulness and somatic (body-based) techniques to help individuals explore and understand their unconscious beliefs and patterns. It’s a gentle and non-violent approach that emphasizes self-discovery through the body’s wisdom, facilitating deep healing and personal growth.


Who is Zarah?

A longtime Kundalini Yoga teacher and meditator, Zarah has been delving into and teaching various healing modalities for over 25 years. With her warmth, grounded energy, and knowledge of the body-mind connection she is able to hold a safe container for her clients. She trained in Toronto as a bereavement counsellor after the death of her mother, recognizing how important grief support was for her own healing, which lead her to become a therapist. She’s also a professional performing and recording musician, and her recent albums reflect the human condition and focus on love and healing,

Zarah completed the two-year program in Hakomi Psychotherapy with the Hakomi Institute in Calgary. Using the body as a guide, she’ll lead you towards uncovering what was unconscious and bringing it to the light, in a safe, secure space. Her love of dance, music, earth-honouring ritual and ceremony are often incorporated in her sessions. Bookr a complimentary 15-minute call to see if you resonate with her, and Hakomi. Packages available

Package of 5: $800 (equals $160/session)

Package of 10: $1500 (equals $150/session)

Please note: It’s useful to work together over a period of time, to build a relationship, and for lasting, sustainable shifts and progress.


What Is Hakomi Therapy?

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Sonja is a licensed Chinese Medicine Acupuncturist with over 3000hr of training, a transformational mentor, licensed Zen Shiatsu practitioner, a stone medicine practitioner, a yoga and qigong instructor, and sound journey facilitator.

She is passionate about the necessity for humanity to cultivate a co-creative relationship with nature along with being more self empowered in one’s own well being. Sonja’s intention is to support and inspire people on their journey of well being and cultivating deeper connections to their higher selves, each other and nature.

Deeply inspired by nature, Classical Chinese and Daoist medicine, a holistic view of the natural energetics, the macro cosmos and how it is reflected in the micro cosmos of our beings, Sonja’s approach is a holistic one that addresses body, mind and spirit.

Sonja finds acupuncture to be a dynamic healing arts that addresses each client has their own unique factors affecting their life and creating their own unique map to wellness. With this awareness each individual is looked at holistically.

Sonja is available for acupuncture, acutonics, cupping, moxa, tuina, dietary guidance, lifestyle, personal growth transformation mentoring. And at the Cedar Healing Arts location Sonja is also available for zen shiatsu, stone medicine sound journeys, personal yoga and qi gong instruction, retreats.

Sonja appreciates the Chinese Medicine approach to wellness for its view of treating the whole person and guiding the body to a place of balance and harmony. Using acupuncture, cupping, guasha, tuina, moxa or nutritional guidance as needed. Facial Rejuvenation acupuncture treatments will also be approached from a foundation of whole body balance.

Sonja has found that a continual exploration of her personal practices of yoga, qi gong, do-in, meditation, and a cultivated relationship with the forest provide centering skills that enhances daily life and is dedicated to facilitating opportunities and nurturing environments for people looking to find their path to peace, well-being, vitality and mobility.

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Rebekah Autumn N. MSc Neuropsychology, CCTP I Counsellor & Facilitator Practitioner at Cedar Healing Arts

Rebekah brings over five years of experience in addictions, trauma-informed care, and brain-based mental health support. She blends neuroscience education with grounded, human-to-human connection. Her work is rooted in the belief that healing begins with understanding how our brains and bodies respond to adversity- and how we can reconnect with our innate capacity for resilience.

Rebekah offers a warm, non-judgmental space where clients of all backgrounds feel seen, safe, and supported. Her approach is inclusive, relational, and informed by a deep respect for each person’s story. She specializes in working with individuals navigating trauma, addiction recovery, chronic stress, and emotional overwhelm, and is particularly passionate about making complex brain science practical and empowering.

At this time, Rebekah offers trauma counselling, addiction work, and brain-health consulting at Cedar Healing Arts.

Trauma Counselling - $130 for 50 min, $180 for 80 min Addiction Counselling - $130 for 50 min, $180 for 80 min NeuroHealth Consulting - $110 for 50 min

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