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Available both in-person and online
Acorns n Bones OMC/LLC 3160 U.S. 21 Suite 103-597 Fort Mill, SC 29715
Dr. Tia D. Buchanan is an LPC‑S, traumatologist, and worldwide author with 17+ years of experience in clinical mental health, trauma‑informed care, adolescent substance‑use prevention, and military family support. She practices in SC, NM, and VT. She holds multiple licenses, national certifications, and advanced degrees. Her expertise includes EMDR, play therapy, crisis response, and clinical supervision. She uses evidence‑informed EMDR‑based frameworks, including her own trauma‑processing models, and is accepting bookings for consultations. She sees clients at Acorns n Bones LLLC, civilian and adolescent clients in Tokyo Japan.
Dr. Buchanan provides trauma‑informed, developmentally integrated telehealth care using a bio‑psycho‑social‑spiritual approach. She incorporates TFCBT, MI, Sand Tray, Jungian methods, and Somatic EMDR in crisis response, sexual abuse and trauma treatment, and substance‑use care. She serves clients worldwide and is a published author/illustrator, Amazon.
Each person is unique, shaped by many influences that affect how we respond to difficult experiences. Using a bio‑psycho‑social‑spiritual approach, I create a safe space for healing, helping clients apply tools for growth and transformation—to Get Up, Be Raised Up, and Grow.
Take the first step to help. Call or Dr. Tia Buchanan, PhD, LPC-S, LCMHC-S, LPCC, NBCC now - (839) 225-5425

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Dr. Tia Buchanan, LPC-S, LPC, LAC, LPCC, LCMHC-S

Acorns n Bones OMC/LLC

3160 U.S. 21 Suite 103-597

Fort Mill, SC 29715 map

(839) 225-5425

Online LLR New Mexico Regulation & Licensing

2550 Cerrillos Road

Santa Fe, NM 87505 map

Website
I offer therapy sessions in-person on mainland Japan meeting clients in local areas, and videoconference elsewhere. I'm available weekdays.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Depression 
$180 Per Session  
I see individuals, families and groups  
Let's Connect (839) 225-5425
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Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Dr. Tia Buchanan, LPC-S, LPC, LAC, LPCC, LCMHC-S

Acorns n Bones OMC/LLC

3160 U.S. 21 Suite 103-597

Fort Mill, SC 29715 map

(839) 225-5425

Online LLR New Mexico Regulation & Licensing

2550 Cerrillos Road

Santa Fe, NM 87505 map

Website
I offer therapy sessions in-person on mainland Japan meeting clients in local areas, and videoconference elsewhere. I'm available weekdays.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Depression 
$180 Per Session  
I see individuals, families and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $180
  • Couple Sessions $300

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, Cash, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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Individual sessions: $180. Couples sessions: $300 EMDR sessions start at $220; intensives available upon request. Payment methods: ACH, Cash, HSA, Mastercard, Visa, Venmo, Zelle. Insurance: Out-of-network provider. Superbills available for potential reimbursement—please verify your coverage.
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Dr. Tia Buchanan, PhD, LPC-S, LCMHC-S, LPCC, NBCC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhDLPCS, LPC,LAC, LCMHCS, LPCC, CCMHC
or call with questions - (839) 225-5425
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Individual sessions: $180. Couples sessions: $300 EMDR sessions start at $220; intensives available upon request. Payment methods: ACH, Cash, HSA, Mastercard, Visa, Venmo, Zelle. Insurance: Out-of-network provider. Superbills available for potential reimbursement—please verify your coverage.
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Dr. Tia Buchanan, PhD, LPC-S, LCMHC-S, LPCC, NBCC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhDLPCS, LPC,LAC, LCMHCS, LPCC, CCMHC
or call with questions - (839) 225-5425

Qualifications

    Licensed Professional Counselor: Tia D. Buchanan

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of South Carolina / 7765 Tia D. Buchanan
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 16 years
  • Attended Liberty University CACREP, Master Professional Counseling Clinical Mental Heal, Graduated 2014
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: LCMHCS/ Vermont Secretary of State's Office of Professional Regulation 068.135934 Supervisor Specialization / 2024
  • License: LPCC/ New Mexico Counseling Board/ Professional Clinical Mental Health Counselor CTB-2024-0777 / 2024
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MA. Christian Counseling, MA Professional Clinical Mental Health (CACREP), MS Forensic Psychology:Mental Health, Black-Belt Six Sigma, Play Therapy Certification, PhD Christian Education: Counseling Supervision, NCAA, NBCC, PCIT, TFCBT (2012), currently undergoing EdS Traumatology Community Care.
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Dr. Tia Buchanan, PhD, LPC-S, LCMHC-S, LPCC, NBCC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhDLPCS, LPC,LAC, LCMHCS, LPCC, CCMHC
or call with questions - (839) 225-5425
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MA. Christian Counseling, MA Professional Clinical Mental Health (CACREP), MS Forensic Psychology:Mental Health, Black-Belt Six Sigma, Play Therapy Certification, PhD Christian Education: Counseling Supervision, NCAA, NBCC, PCIT, TFCBT (2012), currently undergoing EdS Traumatology Community Care.
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Dr. Tia Buchanan, PhD, LPC-S, LCMHC-S, LPCC, NBCC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhDLPCS, LPC,LAC, LCMHCS, LPCC, CCMHC
or call with questions - (839) 225-5425

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • ADHD
  • Career Counseling
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Domestic Violence
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Family Conflict
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Sports Performance
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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I help clients heal using integrated EMDR, TF-CBT, managing anxiety using mindfulness and solution-focused tools, to address concerns through evidence-based care. My approach is guided by the TAIM Model—Temperament, Attachment, Interconnectedness, and Modeled Behaviors—to empower resilience, balance, and lasting change to Get Up, Be Raised Up, Grow!
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Dr. Tia Buchanan, PhD, LPC-S, LCMHC-S, LPCC, NBCC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhDLPCS, LPC,LAC, LCMHCS, LPCC, CCMHC
or call with questions - (839) 225-5425
"
I help clients heal using integrated EMDR, TF-CBT, managing anxiety using mindfulness and solution-focused tools, to address concerns through evidence-based care. My approach is guided by the TAIM Model—Temperament, Attachment, Interconnectedness, and Modeled Behaviors—to empower resilience, balance, and lasting change to Get Up, Be Raised Up, Grow!
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Dr. Tia Buchanan, PhD, LPC-S, LCMHC-S, LPCC, NBCC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhDLPCS, LPC,LAC, LCMHCS, LPCC, CCMHC
or call with questions - (839) 225-5425


Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Communities

Immuno-disorders
Little Person Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Mixed Race
Native American

Religion

Christian

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Communities

Immuno-disorders
Little Person Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Mixed Race
Native American

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Adlerian
  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Eclectic
  • EMDR
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Integrative
  • Jungian
  • Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT)
  • Play Therapy
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Sandplay
  • Trauma Focused
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I offer a diverse range of therapies tailored to unique needs: EMDR for trauma, Play and Art Therapy for creative expression, and Attachment-based and Culturally Sensitive approaches for deeper connections. My integrative style blends evidence-based methods like REBT, Adlerian, and Motivational Interviewing with experiential techniques such as Sandplay. I also provide clinical supervision.
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Dr. Tia Buchanan, PhD, LPC-S, LCMHC-S, LPCC, NBCC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhDLPCS, LPC,LAC, LCMHCS, LPCC, CCMHC
or call with questions - (839) 225-5425
"
I offer a diverse range of therapies tailored to unique needs: EMDR for trauma, Play and Art Therapy for creative expression, and Attachment-based and Culturally Sensitive approaches for deeper connections. My integrative style blends evidence-based methods like REBT, Adlerian, and Motivational Interviewing with experiential techniques such as Sandplay. I also provide clinical supervision.
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Dr. Tia Buchanan, PhD, LPC-S, LCMHC-S, LPCC, NBCC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhDLPCS, LPC,LAC, LCMHCS, LPCC, CCMHC
or call with questions - (839) 225-5425

Groups


Location

Primary Location

Dr. Tia Buchanan, LPC-S, LPC, LAC, LPCC, LCMHC-S

Acorns n Bones OMC/LLC

3160 U.S. 21 Suite 103-597

Fort Mill, SC 29715

(839) 225-5425

Additional Location

Online LLR New Mexico Regulation & Licensing

2550 Cerrillos Road

Santa Fe, NM 87505

(839) 225-5425
"
I offer therapy sessions in-person on mainland Japan meeting clients in local areas, and videoconference elsewhere. I'm available weekdays.
Photo of Dr. Tia D. Buchanan - Dr. Tia Buchanan, PhD, LPC-S, LCMHC-S, LPCC, NBCC, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhDLPCS, LPC,LAC, LCMHCS, LPCC, CCMHC
Dr. Tia Buchanan, PhD, LPC-S, LCMHC-S, LPCC, NBCC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhDLPCS, LPC,LAC, LCMHCS, LPCC, CCMHC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (839) 225-5425
"
I offer therapy sessions in-person on mainland Japan meeting clients in local areas, and videoconference elsewhere. I'm available weekdays.
Photo of Dr. Tia D. Buchanan - Dr. Tia Buchanan, PhD, LPC-S, LCMHC-S, LPCC, NBCC, Licensed Professional Counselor, PhDLPCS, LPC,LAC, LCMHCS, LPCC, CCMHC
Dr. Tia Buchanan, PhD, LPC-S, LCMHC-S, LPCC, NBCC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhDLPCS, LPC,LAC, LCMHCS, LPCC, CCMHC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (839) 225-5425