The Zen Den

The Zen Den is founded by holistic meditation coaches Michelle Anglisano and Kristen McDermott. As New York State certified Special Education teachers, they have dedicated much of their careers to understanding behavior, fostering emotional growth, and creating supportive, well-managed learning environments. Their shared passion for health and wellness has led them to pursue extensive training and certifications in Yoga and Mindfulness in the Classroom, Calm Classroom, Learning to Breathe, Reiki, Meditation, and overall Wellness practices.

Michelle and Kristen bring “The Zen” into a variety of spaces, including public and private school classrooms for both students and educators, libraries, offices, wellness centers, salt caves, private homes, and small businesses. They also proudly offer workshops for Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts. Each experience is thoughtfully designed to cultivate an atmosphere that is both invigorating and deeply calming, supporting individuals in finding balance within their daily lives.

The inspiration behind The Zen Den was rooted in a shared vision: to create original, personalized meditation workshops accessible to individuals of all ages. Through their work, they introduce a range of breathing techniques and meditation practices that help participants develop a greater sense of calm, clarity, and inner awareness.

At the heart of The Zen Den is a commitment to fostering an open-hearted and mindful approach to life. Michelle and Kristen believe that true fulfillment comes from within, and that cultivating presence, compassion, and self-awareness leads to a more empowered and meaningful sense of happiness.

In alignment with this philosophy, The Zen Den focuses solely on the exchange of workshops for participation, choosing not to engage in traditional commerce beyond their offerings. This allows their work to remain centered on connection, authenticity, and the transformative power of mindfulness.