The Hakomi Method of Experiential Psychotherapy, first created in the late 1970’s by therapist and author Ron Kurtz, integrates scientific, psychological and spiritual sources. The method draws from general systems theory and modern body-centered therapies including Gestalt, Psychomotor, Feldenkrais, Focusing, Ericksonian Hypnosis, Neurolinguistic Programming, and the work of Wilhelm Reich and Alexander Lowen. Core concepts of gentleness, nonviolence, compassion, and mindfulness evolved from Buddhism and Taoism.
(Source: The Hakomi Institute, www.hakomiinstitute.com)