Laura Jomon Martin

Bio

Laura Jomon Martin has been devoted to Zen practice since 2004 and received Lay Teacher Transmission from Chozen and Hogen Roshi in 2019. Within the ZCO Sangha, she has contributed in a range of roles, including leading retreats and classes, and she remains deeply engaged in sangha-building and organizational development.

Alongside her spiritual path, Laura brings a long professional background in social work, beginning in 1993 and rooted largely in community mental health agencies. She is an LCSW in private practice, where she specializes in supporting healthcare professionals. Since 2009, she has also taught MBSR and secular mindfulness, offering grounded, accessible guidance to those seeking greater presence and resilience.

Laura and her husband, Bansho, currently live at Great Vow. Zen Teacher Jomon also leads a group in Vancouver, WA on Tuesday evenings.