About Manna

In today’s fast-paced world, many people find themselves disconnected—from their true selves, the life they desire, and the innate strength within them. As a certified integrative psychotherapist, I’m here to offer a space where you can slow down, breathe, and reconnect with what truly nourishes your soul.

At Manna Mental Health, I combine evidence-based therapy with spa-inspired wellness in a serene Scandinavian setting. Inspired by manna—symbolizing daily nourishment, and the Swedish Dala horse—symbolizing resilience and strength, my approach nurtures mind, body, and spirit for a balanced, thriving life. I believe mental health care should be a whole-person experience, balancing modern therapeutic methods with a nurturing environment. Grounded in Scandinavian principles like "lagom" (balance) and "hygge" (comfort), I created a tranquil space where you can recharge and reconnect.

My work is highly specialized and not one-size-fits-all. I am not a general mental health provider; instead, I offer depth-oriented therapy for clients navigating complex transitions—grief, spiritual shifts, chronic illness, burnout, and the lived experience of being highly sensitive, intuitive or finding themselves living in the in-between, where they can’t just check one box in life. This work moves slowly and relationally, with a focus on integration, not quick solutions. If you’re seeking a safe, attuned space to explore meaning, embodiment, and nervous system healing—I’d be honored to walk with you.

Areas I Currently Specialize In:
• Grief, loss, and end-of-life transitions
• Chronic illness and mind-body support
• Faith deconstruction and spiritual fatigue
• Burnout, emotional exhaustion, and “helper identity” healing
• Highly sensitive persons (HSPs) and intuitive individuals

I do not currently offer:
• Couples counseling
• Structured DBT/CBT programs
• Crisis counseling or active SI/SA stabilization
• ADHD evaluations, court documentation, or general assessments

Is This You?

Please note this is a composite of the modern human facing multiple stressors. You may or may not be in a similar situation in terms of a partner, kids, career, etc. but perhaps you can relate to the feelings, thoughts and actions associated with burnout.

You wake up tired—even when you’ve technically “slept.” Your body feels heavy, your mind foggy. You scroll your phone and feel an immediate mix of anxiety, resentment, and detachment. Everything feels loud, even in silence.

You move through your morning in survival mode: small tasks feel like uphill climbs, and you wonder if something is wrong with you for not being able to keep up. The world expects a pace your nervous system can’t tolerate anymore. It used to be manageable… now it just feels like too much.

Work drains you. Relationships require energy you don’t have. You find yourself saying “I’m fine” when you’re anything but. There’s a quiet grief sitting just under your skin—grief for your health, your energy, your creativity, your faith, your sense of self. You may not even be able to name it all—but it’s there.

You show up for everyone else, but there’s very little left for you. You try to rest, but even that feels inaccessible—either your body won’t slow down, or you feel guilty for needing so much. Your symptoms blur together: fatigue, anxiety, pain, brain fog, irritability, loneliness. You wonder, “Is it all in my head?” but deep down you know it’s not.

You don’t want surface-level coping tools. You want something real.
You want healing—not performance.
You want sacred space to unravel, rest, and be witnessed.

Maybe therapy can be where that begins.

About me

Training and Experience

I'm Tawnya. I am deeply passionate about integrative mental health, where the mind, body, and spirit work in harmony for true healing and growth. A former marine biology major, I still passionately advocate for our oceans and the life that lives within it, especially killer whales. I hail from a Scandinavian background and enjoy sharing aspects of that culture with others. Growing up in the Pacific Northwest, I’ve designed my therapy space to be a reflection of not only my Nordic roots but also the scenic qualities of Oregon, as it bears a striking resemblance to Scandinavia and I'm pleased to bring a bit of the Pacific Northwest to Kansas.

My work as a therapist has been diverse as I assisted adults struggling with a wide range of behavioral and emotional barriers. Work settings include crisis respite, county corrections, inpatient and outpatient therapy and residential treatment.

I graduated summa cum laude from Bushnell University in 2011 with a Master’s degree in community counseling. I received my bachelor of science in a dual program combined of health studies and gender studies in 2007 from Eastern Oregon University. Continuing education trainings have included The Body Keeps the Score-Trauma Healing with Bessel van der Kolk, MD; The Dynamic Neural Retraining System (DNRS) with Annie Hopper; Integrative Medicine for Mental Health Professionals with Leslie Korn, Ph.D.; and Pain and Neuroplasticity with Karen Pryor, Ph.D.; formal training in Energy Psychology from Robert Schwarz, PsyD and professional training as a Death Doula from IAP Career College and I am a member of the International Association of Professional Death Doulas. I am a Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional (CIMHP) through Evergreen Certifications. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the State of Kansas (license no. 03702) and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Oregon (license no. C7078).

My approach blends traditional psychological methods with a holistic understanding of the body and spiritual well-being. I believe that addressing each of these aspects allows us to uncover the deeper roots of your experiences and empowers you to live a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at mannamentalhealth@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Do you provide Emotional Support Animal (ESA) letters?

Manna does not offer this at this time. Policies and regulations have changed around ESAs and clinicians now need specific training to provide this service. Providing an ESA letter without the necessary qualifications can result in a board complaint and reprimand, incurring high fees and poses risks to the client as well.

What can I expect during my first counseling session with Manna?

During your first session with Manna, your therapist will ask you questions to get to know you better and understand what brings you to counseling. You will also have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the counseling process.

About Manna

Is This You?

About me

Training and Experience

Frequently Asked Questions

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