Meet the Zen Tiger Mind Family
Lisa Mitzel
Founder and President of Zen Tiger Mind™
Lisa is a prominent mental training and mental health coach, the creator of the Mental Power Station™, and the author-illustrator of two books: Focused and On Fire, and Focused and Inspired. She educates coaches and consults parents on human behavior in high-achieving environments, emphasizing psychological safety, compassion, and healthy methods for child development and success. Lisa is a former Elite gymnast, NCAA National Champion, 6-Time All-American, and member of 4 NCAA National Championship Teams at the University of Utah where she earned a BA in Psychology. She’s a former gymnastics club coach and a Head Coach at Stanford University. She is educated in Positive Parenting, Meditation, and Mindful Self-Compassion. She is an advocate for athlete mental health, has a certificate in Mental Health First Aid and Reiki healing, and earned an MFA in Writing from Spalding University. Lisa has three incredible kids and resides in sunny California.
Judi Eichler
Creative Director / Graphic designer, Judi Eichler Design Studio
“I’ve worked with Lisa on several projects, but this one stands out. The mission for Zen Tiger Mind can help so many kids, parents, and coaches. My two daughters were in dance and gymnastics, and I have seen how mental health is crucial for athletes. I believe that if their coaches and teachers had the exercises and the Mental Power Station, my girls would have had better tools to get through the challenges they encountered. I’m excited to see this company grow!”
Advice & Support Team
Yuka Sugiura
Neuroperformance Coach, CMT, Level Up
“I’m honored to be part of the Zen Tiger Mind family and the transformation of coaching and training that Lisa is leading. The tools and self-awareness young athletes develop will help them handle challenges they face now – in or out of the gym – and in the years ahead.”
Kristen Ciezak
Director, Merchandise Management and Business Development, US Golf Association
“I’m a passionate advocate for empowering positive change within youth sports. Mental training is often the missing link in how athletes navigate challenges. Zen Tiger Mind educates, encourages, and emboldens athletes to take control of the power inside their minds to be the best they can be—in the gym and beyond.”
Gail Santamaria
LCSW Child & Family Therapist, Trauma & Attachment Specialist, Athlete Safety Advocate
“In my mental health work with athletes, I’ve seen how the mental challenges are both common and significant in an athlete’s journey toward success. Yet there are minimal tools available to help athletes navigate these challenges. I’m excited for how practical the Mental Power Station is for athletes and coaches. Zen Tiger Mind’s innovative tools provide an ease of use and make them a perfect addition to any gym.”
Christopher Brown
Director of Education and Boys Coach, California Sports Center
“I truly enjoy coaching coaches. I am passionate about guiding professionals to help gymnasts thrive and love their athletic journeys. Yes, train hard, set a high bar, and be smart. But most importantly, train with heart and put athlete health and wellness above everything else.”
Shella Martinez
Head Coach, Girls Gymnastics, California Sports Center
“I am thrilled beyond words to finally have Zen Tiger Mind and a product in the gymnastics world like the “Mental Power Station.” Together the gymnast and coach now have a method to power the mind using the tools that Lisa has created. The positive phrases empower the gymnast in a way I have never seen. In one week of using the product, my gymnasts were approaching fear with a sense of calm and making incredible progress.”
Lisa Terry
Head Optional Coach, East Bay Gymnastics
“My gymnasts have been using the Mental Power Station, and Zen, Aura, Athena, and Oz help them a lot! At a recent elite meet, one of my girls felt nervous and began to repeat the positive words from Zen and Aura. I realized I was nervous too, so I started saying to myself, “I am calm and in control. I have all the power inside me!” Hey, it works for coaches too! After seeing the animals each day at the gym, they are now in my subconscious. We love the Mental Power Station. It’s really powerful!”
Theresa Kulikowski-Gillespie
Physician’s Assistant, Mindfulness Meditation Teacher
“Zen Tiger Mind has brought mindfulness and mental practice to sports in such a creative way! As a former elite—and college—gymnast, I understand the mental and emotional pressures in sports. I wish I had these skills when I was competing!”
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