Medical / Health Issues, Domestic Abuse, Coping Skills, Divorce, Self Esteem, Women’s Issues, Sexual Abuse, Addiction, Grief, Life Transition

Online in South Carolina

44 years in practice

Ages served: 18-65+

Accepted insurance & self-pay

Susan E accepts 29 insurers

Aetna

Aetna Medicare Advantage

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Anthem

Cigna | Evernorth

AnMed Employee Program

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina Medicare Advantage

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina | BCBS

Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

Carelon

Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Compsych

Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

First Health Network

Humana Medicare Advantage

JP Farley Corporation

Medcost SC

Medicare SC

Multi Plan PHCS

Optum Serve

Oscar Health

Quest Behavioral Health

Railroad Medicare

South Carolina DHHS | Healthy Connections Medicaid

Tricare East | Out of Network Provider

UMR

United Healthcare | Optum

United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage

Uprise EAP

SELF-PAY COSTS

Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.

$200

first session

$170

subsequent sessions

About Susan E

Susan Boykin is a Licensed Independent Social Worker with over 40 years of experience in helping people live a fulfilling life. Susan completed her Bachelor's degree in Psychology at Drew University and her Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) at the University of South Carolina. Personal life experiences and years of practice have made her a seasoned therapist.

Susan believes therapy is a partnership based on warmth, compassion, and kindness. Her focus is on providing a safe and nonjudgmental relationship in which difficult thoughts and feelings are listened to. Susan knows a wide range of mental health approaches and uses these to design the best care for each person.

She enjoys sharing her skills with persons who are wanting to make positive changes in their life and realize their full potential. Susan believes personal growth and fulfillment is something we can all achieve, no matter our age. Schedule your initial session with her to start addressing the issues that matter.

"As a seasoned therapist, I want to use my experiences and skills to create a place of genuine warmth and understanding to help people the best way I know how. "

Get to know Susan E

Why did you decide to become a counselor?

I decided to become a counselor to make a small difference in the world. Helping one person make positive changes in their life can help others change too.

What types of clients do you work with best?

Adults 35 years and older

What type of clients are you most excited to work with?

Clients who are engaged and committed to learning new ways to relate to themselves and others.

What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?

We all struggle at times.

What inspires you?

Potential for human change.

What can clients expect in their first session with you?

Compassion, understanding, warmth, friendliness, authenticity.

What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?

To feel comfortable.

What do you do for fun/on your time off?

Watch Laurel & Hardy movies, go to thrift stores, garden, and walk my dog.

What’s one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?

I have a good sense of humor.

Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesMedical / Health Issues, Domestic Abuse, Coping Skills, Divorce, Self Esteem, Women’s Issues, Sexual Abuse, Addiction, Grief, Life Transition, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD, Anger Management, Chronic Illness/Pain, Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Infidelity, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress

ApproachesMotivational Interviewing, Narrative, Any / Eclectic, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBCT), Person-Centered Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Strength-Based Therapy