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About Us

Faculty and Staff

Linda L. Davis, MSW is a Holistic Psychotherapist, Wellness Educator and Certified Yoga Instructor. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Linda has been in private clinical practice since 1980. After being introduced to Eastern philosophies during travels in Asia in the early 1970's, she has also been a student and practitioner of Mindfulness (Vipassana) Meditation, T’ai chi, Chi Gung and Yoga for much of her adult life. She brings a blend of Eastern and Western wisdom to her work with students and clients.

"I have been blessed with so many gifted teachers over the years that it would be difficult to name them all here. A few memorable ones are - In T'ai Chi: Master Chong Teh, Sufi Frank Gibson (A senior student of Master Ni)  and Christopher Gresov. My Yoga Teacher Training was with the gifted staff of Integrative Yoga Therapy and my Buddhist Meditation Teachers, spanning nearly 25 years, include: Bhante Gunaratana, Shinzen Young, Cheri Huber,  Marcia Rose, Rodney Smith, Thanissaro Bhikku and Leigh Brasington. During 2005-2007, I participated in the two-year Dedicated Practitioner Program through Spirit Rock Meditation Center in Woodacre, CA.. The teaching staff for this incredible program included Jack Kornfield, Guy Armstrong, Sally Clough, James Baraz, Eugene Cash, Phillip Moffit and an array of visiting faculty including Ruth Denison and Norm Fisher.

I honor my teachers with a grateful heart and hope that what I have gained from their direction is of benefit  to my students and clients.

I lead classes, workshops and retreats at Mandala, and also see a few private clients for psychotherapy or spiritual counseling sessions. I am sometimes available for phone counseling or support.. Please email or call if you'd like to speak with me further about any of my services. You can see more details on this site's  Wellness Page.

Barbara Arnold, MSW provides counseling services for adults, children and adolescents. She has been practicing clinical social work for eight years and enjoys bringing a holistic perspective, as well as warmth and compassion, to her sessions.  Barbara specializes in working with individuals who have experienced: 
* Traumatic Life Events
* Low Self Esteem or Depression
* Body Image and Weight Loss Issues
* PTSD and Adult survivors of Abuse concerns

Additionally, Barbara works with children and adolescents who have experienced:
* Emotional and Behavioral difficulties
* Grief or Loss or Traumatic Life Events
* Abuse or Neglect
* Difficult y adjusting to Life Transitions
* Divorce
* ADD/ADHD

Barbara is trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and sometimes utilizes this, as well as other modalities, in her sessions in order to engage each individual in a unique way to  encourage them on their path toward healing. To learn more about EMDR, visit www.emdr.com or call for a consultation with Barbara.


Massage Therapists:

Our professional Massage Therapy Staff includes: Jennifer Duncan, CMT,  Gwen Martin, CMT, Emilie Secrist, CMT, Maureen Barry, CMT, Anna Irvin, CMT, Alexis Foley, CMT, Julie Burkhardt, CMT,  and Tonya Meister, CMT

WildlifeOur Hours:

Please visit the gift shop and tea room at Mandala between the hours of 10:00 am and 5:00  on Sunday through Wednesday, 10:00 to 7:00 on Thursday and Friday and 9:30 to 7:00 on Saturday.  We carry a nice selection of carefully selected organic and natural Bath & Body products, Sleep and Relaxation Aids, Yoga mats and supplies, books, videos and music, essential oils, candles, soaps, and incense, reed diffusers, BrushDance note cards and more. We’re happy to create a beautiful gift basket for you, or assist you in creating your own! We’re happy to mail gifts and will take your order by phone. We accept local checks and all major credit cards.

Remember you can Give the Gift of Relaxation to yourself or someone you love with one of our beautiful Gift Certificates. Just drop by, or call to order by phone with a credit card.  We're happy to email your certificate.

Facility Rental:  Mandala's yoga studio and workshop space is available for rental for groups of 12 or fewer. The Studio may be rented by the hour, day or weekend. Our cafe' can prepare meals for your group, the spa can provide services and rooms at the Inn next door may also be included in your package. Please call for details.
 

Our Address:

966 Rabun Road
Sautee, Georgia 30571
706.878.0036


At Lucille's Mountain Top Inn:


Map to Mandala Wellness Retreat & Spa



Directions:

From Atlanta/East Side:
Take I-85 North to I-985, which changes to Rt. 365.  Exit at Rt. 384 West (at traffic light).  Turn left on 384 W approx. 14 miles to Rt. 75.  Turn right on Rt. 75, proceed 1.4 miles to Rt. 17.  Turn right on Rt. 17.   Proceed 2.2 miles to Rt. 255.  Turn left on Rt. 255.  Proceed 0.8 mile to Bean Creek Road on your left. (watch for our sign on the corner).   Proceed on Bean Creek Road for 0.5 mile to Rabun Road on your left.   Turn left on Rabun Road to the first drive on your left (watch for our sign at the bottom of the drive).  We are at the very top of the drive.

From Atlanta / North and West Sides:
Take Rt. 400 to it's end at Rt. 60.  Go straight at traffic light and proceed approx. 4 miles.  Turn right at next traffic light onto Rt. 115 East and follow all the way to Cleveland.  Turn left (North) on Rt. 129 in Cleveland.  Proceed approx. 1 mile on Rt. 129 to State Rt. 75.  Turn right on Rt. 75 (North).  Proceed North on Rt. 75 approx. 7 miles to Rt. 17 on your right.  Turn right on Rt. 17.   Proceed 2.2 miles to Rt. 255.  Turn left on Rt. 255.  Proceed 0.8 mile to Bean Creek Road on your left. (watch for our sign on the corner).   Proceed on Bean Creek Road for 0.5 mile to Rabun Road on your left.   Turn left on Rabun Road to the first drive on your left (watch for our sign at the bottom of the drive).  We are at the very top of the drive.

From Gainesville & Cleveland:
Take Rt. 129 North to Cleveland.  Follow State Rt. 75 out of Cleveland toward Helen.  Proceed approx. 7 miles to Rt. 17.   Turn right on Rt. 17.   Proceed 2.2 miles to Rt. 255.  Turn left on Rt. 255.  Proceed 0.8 mile to Bean Creek Road on your left. (watch for our sign on the corner).   Proceed on Bean Creek Road for 0.5 mile to Rabun Road on your left.   Turn left on Rabun Road to the first drive on your left (watch for our sign at the bottom of the drive).  We are at the very top of the drive.

From North Carolina & Clayton:
Take Rt. 441 South to Rt. 385.  Exit at Rt. 385 to Clarkesville.  Proceed West on Rt. 17 North out of Clarkesville for approx. 9 miles to Rt. 255 (not 255 Alt.).  Turn right on Rt. 255.  Proceed 0.8 mile to Bean Creek Road on your left. (watch for our sign on the corner).  Proceed on Bean Creek Road for 0.5 mile to Rabun Road on your left.  Turn left on Rabun Road to the first drive on your left (watch for our sign at the bottom of the drive).  We are at the very top of the drive.


Peaceful Nearby Lodging

B & Bs

Our first recommendation is our next-door neighbor,  Lucille's Mountain Top Inn: 866.245.4777,   www.lucillesmountaintopinn.com

We're aware that some of you may have other needs or preferences, and so we also recommend the following:
Nacoochee Valley Guest House 706.878.3830 (Sautee-Nacoochee) www.letsgotobernies.com
Black Forest Bed & Breakfast (in Helen), www. blackforest-bb.com
Cedar House Inn and Yurts (Dahlonega), www.georgiamountaininn.com
Beechwood Inn (Clayton), www.beechwoodinn.ws
 
Nearby Cabins

Blueridge Cabin Rentals: www.blueridgecabinrentals.com
Cedar Creek Cabin Rentals, www.cedarcreekcabinrentals.com
Gabby's Cabins, www.gabbyscabins.com 
Pinnacle, www.pinnaclecabinrental.com

Jenny's Creek Campground, Jennyscreek.com 
 
For additional  information on lodging and activities in the area, visit:

Sautee-Nacoochee Arts & Community Center at www.snca.org.
www.helenga.org
www.whitecounty.com
www.nacoocheevillage.com
www.georgiatrails.com
www.unicoioutfitters.com
www.sunburststables.com
www.mountaintravelguide.com 



 
 

 
 

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