Meet Our Founder

Dr. Andrea L. Tanner is a highly respected Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) with over 25 years of experience working with individuals impacted by trauma. She holds a Doctorate in Education in Community Care and Counseling with a concentration in Traumatology and has dedicated much of her career to serving clients in both private practice and federal government settings. As a Certified Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) provider, credentialed by the Department of Veterans Affairs, and trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dr. Tanner specializes in guiding trauma survivors through their healing journeys. Her practice, The Village Builders Clinical Counseling Solutions and Consulting, PLLC, was founded with the mission to empower individuals to excel in life, heal from past wounds, and transform their futures. Dr. Tanner’s approach is deeply rooted in empowerment—she believes that healing is a process that requires patience, while transformation is a process that requires pace and grace. Her work primarily focuses on adults, veterans, and trauma survivors, ensuring they receive compassionate, evidence-based care tailored to their unique experiences. Through her practice, she continues to be a pillar of support, advocate for mental wellness, and guide for those on the path to resilience and self-discovery.