Hi, I’m Maria Kahn.
Mindfulness has been the steady thread through my life for nearly thirty years. It’s the practice that helped me understand myself, see my patterns clearly, and move through stress and uncertainty with more clarity and calm.
For more than a decade, I’ve guided professionals, caregivers, leaders, parents, and individuals who looked “fine” on the outside but were carrying far more than anyone knew. What they discover is what I discovered: mindfulness creates the awareness and presence needed to understand your patterns and choose a more grounded way forward.
Clients often tell me they chose this work because they feel genuinely understood — as if I can clearly see the patterns, pressures, and suffering they’ve carried for years. I can. They sense something different in the way I teach: a blend of calm, clarity, and grounded care that makes the process feel safe, practical, and relatable.
Most of all, they appreciate feeling cared for, seen, and supported.
A steady guide who’s walked the path, and knows how to help you find your way forward.
My Approach
Gentle, grounded, and deeply human.
Our work together will begin with a discovery session to help me understand what challenges you are facing and why you are drawn to mindfulness practice. I will explain the practice, the commitment required and the practices and resources that will assist you in our journey together.
Whether we work one-on-one, in a course, or through The ReGrounding Hour, you’ll be met with presence, care, and a pace that supports your nervous system, not overwhelms it.
I walk beside you, offering guidance that is both practical and deeply grounded in lived experience.
The ReGrounding Hour
A New Chapter of My Work
The ReGrounding Hour grew from a desire to offer a restorative experience for people carrying chronic stress, burnout, or emotional heaviness. It combines sensory grounding, mindful awareness, and stillness in a space that feels safe, warm, and deeply supportive.
It’s not just a service, it’s a nervous system reset; an invitation to slow down, soften, and reconnect with yourself in a way that feels nourishing and sustainable. It is a wonderful compliment to a committed mindfulness practice.
“The GRASP retreat is unique. I have attended many leadership trainings, but this one is different. Maria and Mary Jo give you a lot to consider, as well as actionable insights on how to be more present and how you can open up more space in your life to be the person and leader you’d like to be. You will learn practices that will influence all aspects of your life. I highly recommend this workshop.”
-Kelly L. Buffalo, NY
“Words cannot express my profound gratitude to Maria Kahn, who has guided me through the practice of Mindfulness and changed my life. Her insight, compassion and professionalism have shown me a whole new way of embracing life and engaging in self-care. Working with Maria is truly one of the greatest gifts I’ve ever given myself.”
Ellen Sturm, Orchard Park, NY
Professional Background and Credentials
30 years of dedicated mindfulness practice.
I have been working with my mentor and guide since 1996, and mindfulness has consistently been my trusted companion and guide throughout this journey.
15 years of professional teaching experience and more than 1,000 students taught worldwide.
I created the first mindfulness program for the Institute for Shipboard Education- Semester at Sea and guided practice with experts in China, Japan, India, Vietnam, and Burma.
Co-Creator of The GRASP Method for self-leadership program.
In collaboration with Mary Jo Hardy, we developed this method to help leaders and teams easily access their own mindfulness practice.
Developer of The ReGrounding Hour, a restorative, nervous-system–supportive experience.
My own practice inspired me to create this service as I learned the importance of nervous system regulation and its effects on sustained personal growth.
Facilitator for healthcare organizations, universities, corporate teams, and community groups.
I have worked with numerous organizations across WNY and internationally.
Experienced in teaching applied mindfulness, emotional regulation, trauma-sensitive awareness, and self-leadership.
My life experiences have shown me how to apply these practices in challenging and unexpected situations.
Certified Sound Therapy Level 1
Polyvagal Informed Certificate
These experiences shape the way I teach, grounded, supportive, and informed by decades of personal practice and real-world guidance.