HAKOMI TRAINERS/FACULTY

Halko is a licensed Clinical Psychologist, lecturer on mindfulness, couples’ therapy and body-centered psychotherapy for several hospitals and universities, and for a licensing training by the ZIST Academy for Professional Psychotherapy. Halko is a co-founder of the Hakomi Institute in Boulder, Colorado, as well as the Hakomi Institutes of Europe, Australia and New Zealand, and has been instrumental in developing the Hakomi Method and its curricula used worldwide. Halko has authored 20 scientific publications and ten books, including co-editing Hakomi Mindfulness-Centred Somatic Psychotherapy. He has led hundreds of workshops and training courses in Europe, USA, Canada, NZ and Australia. Halko helped establish a company offering in-depth coaching training programs that became the market leader in Emotional Intelligence trainings for executives in Germany. He also developed two comprehensive programs on couples’ therapy and interpersonal skills taught in Australia, Germany and Spain.

Jules Morgaine, MHP, PBANZ, MNZAP, CHT, is a registered psychotherapist, holds a Master of Health Practice (Psychotherapy and Supervision), Advanced Practicing Certificate with NZAP and is a Certified Hakomi Therapist and Senior Hakomi Trainer with the Hakomi Institute (USA).

She has been in private practice since 1992 and currently offers psychotherapy and clinical supervision.  She leads Hakomi trainings in Aotearoa/NZ, Perth and Melbourne.

Jules is passionate about teaching and mentoring students and graduates in Hakomi practice.

Suhari Mommsen-Bohm, PBANZ, NZAP, NNZ,CHT, is a registered Psychotherapist, Naturopath, certified Hakomi Trainer and holds a Medical Doctorate from the University of Freiburg Germany. She is a member of the Hakomi Institute’s South Pacific Team and Faculty on Hakomi Professional Trainings in New Zealand, Sydney and Perth and holds a certificate of advanced clinical practice with the New Zealand Association of Psychotherapists.

Suhari teaches workshops in New Zealand and Australia presents at conferences and has been in private practice in Dunedin for nearly 30 years integrating Natural Medicine and Hakomi mindfulness based psychotherapy. Her therapeutic approach is based on her deep understanding of Mind Body Holism. Her particular area of interest is in the use of mindfulness for chronic pain syndrome and stress management. She also has many years of experience as a clinical supervisor and enjoys the mentoring aspect of the work.

Dr Karen Baikie (PhD, MClinPsych, MAPS, FCCLP, CHT.) is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Certified Hakomi Therapist and with over 20 years experience working with individuals and couples, and providing supervision, in private practice in Sydney, Australia. Karen is the Director and Founder of Grow Mindfully: Centre for Psychology, Psychotherapy and Health, a group practice of therapists working with mindful, somatic, compassion-based and trauma-informed therapeutic approaches. Karen is a Certified Hakomi Trainer with the Hakomi Institute Pacifica Team, is Organiser for Hakomi in Sydney, and co-facilitator of the Hakomi Embodied and Aware Relationships Training (H.E.A.R.T.). She runs workshops on aspects of Hakomi and H.E.A.R.T. throughout Australia. Karen holds a PhD in psychology on the use of expressive writing as a therapeutic tool for survivors of trauma. Karen supports people with difficulties in the areas of attachment, trauma, childhood abuse, emotional health, relationships, parenting, fertility, eating, and gut health. She is passionate about assisting individuals, couples and other therapists in using mindfulness-based approaches to support healing as well as deepening awareness and connection with themselves and others.

Pernilla Siebenfreund is a Certified Hakomi Therapist and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner with 20 years experience working with couples and individuals, as well as providing supervision in private practice in Brisbane. She has seven years experience working with children and parents in a Brisbane based agency. Pernilla is a Certified Hakomi Trainer with the Hakomi Institute Pacifica Team, where she teaches in Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne, and she is the Organiser and Lead Trainer for Hakomi in Brisbane.

Pernilla has a particular interest in cultivating embodied compassion and wisdom for the healing of complex trauma, shame, lack of meaning, relationship difficulties, and coming home to oneself. She has been a meditation practitioner for over 25 years and lives with her long-term partner, Paul, together with their chicken and bees in suburban Brisbane.

Deb Algar is a Certified Hakomi Therapist and Teacher with the Hakomi Institute Pacifica Team. She leads Hakomi workshops in Australia and teaches on the Hakomi Professional Trainings in Sydney and Perth. She has been in private practice as a psychotherapist since 2004 working with individuals and couples and also provides supervision. She has been a meditation practitioner for many years and teaches regular Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction courses in Sydney. Deb is passionate about sharing the possibilities for self-discovery, connectedness, freedom and compassion for self and others, that mindfulness and Hakomi offer.

Sarah Tait–Jamieson, BA, Anthropology, Dip Teaching. Dip Psychotherapy, Bachelor Applied Social Sciences. Sarah is a Certified Hakomi Therapist and a teacher of Hakomi, currently teaching on the New Zealand professonal Hakomi training. Sarah has worked as a psychotherapist for the past ten years with various community agencies. She has a special interest in making Hakomi accessible to Maori clients. She also maintains a private practice where she specialises in trauma work and relationship counselling.

M.ed CHT ACA reg. AABAT reg. Hakomi / Psychotherapy / Clinical Supervision / Ecotherapy / Couples Therapy / Family Therapy

Aladdin is a certified Hakomi (Mindful Somatic) Therapist & Teacher. He has a private practice in psychotherapy, ecotherapy, and clinical supervision in Melbourne and Warburton. He teaches on the Hakomi Psychotherapy professional training in Melbourne. Prior to training in therapy, Aladdin studies extensively in ecology and sustainable land practices, including: Deep Ecology, Permaculture, Biodynamic Agriculture and Environmental Science and holds a Masters in Education in Social Ecology including Ecopsychology. He has developed eco-somatic psychotherapy practice over the past decade as well as working as a family therapist, group facilitator, antenatal educator, and in community prevention of family violence. Aladdin has a 20 + year interest and practice in Zen and mindfulness, and was recently invited to be a Sensei (apprentice teacher in Zen). He is a musician of world music, has a love of gardening and time in wild places and is a father to two young adults with his long term partner, Tess.

For more information, visit his website: aladdinjones.com or email him directly at: aladdinjones@gmail.com

Judy Robinson (Clin.Psych. F.A.P.S, CHT) (she, her) is a Clinical Supervisor, an experienced Clinical Psychologist, Certified Hakomi Therapist and Teacher, and MBCT (Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy) facilitator living and working on beautiful Bundjalung Country. With over 25 years of clinical experience, Judy has led teams and worked across community health, university, and private practice settings, dedicated to supporting individuals, families, and professionals across the lifespan. She now offers telehealth and works in a private studio, home to echidnas and wallabies. Judy brings a rich, integrative approach to her work—grounded in evidence- based approaches, mindfulness, biopsychosocial psychotherapy, and a deep commitment to social justice. Her teaching is informed by her long-standing personal practice in yoga, meditation, and contemplative traditions, as well as her dedication to trauma-informed, compassionate care. She is published in the areas of developmental psychology and clinical supervision and has contributed to research projects exploring the links between depression and heart health, perinatal psychology, and rapid response programs. More recently, Judy has trained in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy and is part of a pioneering group of mental health practitioners exploring its potential within therapeutic settings. She is known for her warm presence, depth of knowledge, and ability to create safe, meaningful learning experiences for practitioners.

Miranda Miller BScOT and CHT, is an Occupational Therapist specialising in Mental Health. She has over 20 years experience working in the public and private mental health system. She has worked as a private practitioner for the last 6 years offering psychotherapy and supervision. She is a Certified Hakomi Therapist and Teacher with the Hakomi Institute (USA).

Miranda is passionate about making psychotherapy accessible in rural communities and sees each individual as unique and resourceful in their abilities to heal.

HALKO WEISS, Ph.D., DBH, Dipl.-Psych.

Halko Weiss is an accredited Clinical Psychologist, senior Hakomi Trainer, and internationally recognized lecturer on mindfulness, couples therapy, and body-centered psychotherapy. Co-founder of the Hakomi Institute in Boulder, Colorado, and the Hakomi Institutes of Europe, Mallorca, Australia, and New Zealand, Halko was instrumental in developing the Hakomi Method and curricula now taught worldwide. He has authored 20 professional publications and 10 books, and received the Alice K. Ladas Research Award from the USABP. Halko has also created internationally taught programs on couples therapy, interpersonal skills, coaching, and emotional intelligence for executives.

MACI DAYE, LPC

Maci Daye is a co-founder of the Hakomi Institute of Mallorca, a senior Hakomi Trainer, and an AASECT-certified sex therapist. She is the author of Passion and Presence: A Couple’s Guide to Awakened Intimacy and Mindful Sex and the creator of the Passion and Presence® Mindful Couples Sex Therapy training, which integrates the curious, compassionate spirit of Hakomi with contemporary sex therapy, somatic trauma therapy, and interpersonal neurobiology. Since 2010, Maci has led retreats and professional trainings worldwide, supporting individuals and couples in cultivating authentic intimacy, embodied awareness, and erotic vitality.