Noah Buchanan, APCC

Noah Buchanan, APCC

Psychotherapist
CA
The provider is an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor and is currently working under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Their current employer is Foresight Mental Health. I became a therapist because I have always been drawn to the moments when people are trying to make sense of pain, identity, survival, and what it means to keep becoming themselves. Before entering this field, I had experiences supporting people in crisis and helping them connect with resources, and I realized I did not just wanna help people get through the moment, I wanted to walk alongside them in deeper healing. My work is also shaped by a strong Belief and dignity, authenticity, and liberation. I know how powerful it could be to have someone meet you with curiosity instead of judgment, especially when parts of your story have been misunderstood, minimized, or pathologized. Becoming a therapist felt like a way to create that kind of space where people could feel safe enough to be honest, reclaim their voice, and move towards lives that feel more fully their own.
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Noah Buchanan

Focus areas

Anxiety
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Depression
Sleep Problems

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)
Seniors (65+)
Families
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Culturally Sensitive
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Transgender Male

Sexuality

Pansexual

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Noah Buchanan

The provider is an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor and is currently working under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Their current employer is Foresight Mental Health. I became a therapist because I have always been drawn to the moments when people are trying to make sense of pain, identity, survival, and what it means to keep becoming themselves. Before entering this field, I had experiences supporting people in crisis and helping them connect with resources, and I realized I did not just wanna help people get through the moment, I wanted to walk alongside them in deeper healing. My work is also shaped by a strong Belief and dignity, authenticity, and liberation. I know how powerful it could be to have someone meet you with curiosity instead of judgment, especially when parts of your story have been misunderstood, minimized, or pathologized. Becoming a therapist felt like a way to create that kind of space where people could feel safe enough to be honest, reclaim their voice, and move towards lives that feel more fully their own.

What should a new client know about working with you?

I want therapy to feel like a space where you do not have to perform, overexplain, or shrink parts of yourself to be understood. I work to build trust through consistency transparency and genuine curiosity about your lived experience. I will listen closely not only to what you say but also to the emotions, patterns and meetings underneath it. Our work together will be collaborative. I will check in with you often, welcome your feedback, and move at a pace that feels supported rather than rushed. My goal is for you to feel respected, not judged, supported, and not managed as well and power to bring your full self into the room as we make sense of what you are carrying and what healing can look like for you.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

I build trust by creating a space that feels warm, collaborative, and free of judgment where clients do not have to filter themselves or have everything figured out before they speak. I show up with authenticity, curiosity, and care, and I want our work to feel like a real human relationship not a clinical performance. I often use creativity, reflection, and relatable metaphors to help clients make sense of what they are experiencing in a way that feels meaningful rather than overly clinical. I also believe trust grows when clients feel respected so I move at their pace, check in about what feels helpful, and make sure therapy feels like something we are building together. My hope is that clients feel both deeply supported and gently empowered to explore, heal and move toward a life that feels more like their own. I love sharing that outside of therapy I’m usually finding joy in something creative or spending time with my dog Frenchie who is a Beagle with plenty of personality. Whether I’m working on a new idea, getting lost in a meaningful story, or laughing at Frenchy’s latest antics, I really value the small moments that bring warmth, playfulness, and connection into everyday life.

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $125 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $125 for 60 minutes

    Popular visit reasons

    Agoraphobia
    Depression
    New Patient Visit
    Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
    Psychotherapy
    Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
    Sleep Problems
    Young Adult Issues
    Agoraphobia
    Depression
    New Patient Visit
    Pre-Move In Couples Counseling

    Education and background

    Practice names

    Education and training

    • Walden University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

    NPI number

    1124507389

    Patient reviews

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    Overall rating
    5.00
    Wait time
    5.00
    Bedside manner
    5.00
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    Noah Buchanan frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Noah Buchanan on their profile.

    What languages does Noah Buchanan speak?

    Noah Buchanan speaks English.

    How do patients rate Noah Buchanan in reviews?

    2 patients have reviewed Noah Buchanan. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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