Therapist in Summerville, South Carolina Stephen Boice, Therapist
Gender Identity: Male (He/Him)
Ages Served: 15-75+
Appointments: In-office and Online
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only
Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans
Stephen Boice, LISW-CP
Specializes In:
Stephen Boice, LISW-CP, helps individuals and couples in South Carolina navigate life’s challenges with compassion, expertise, and a practical approach to healing. He works with teens, young adults, adults, and seniors, tailoring care to meet the needs of each stage of life. Through individual and couples therapy, he creates a safe, collaborative environment where clients can explore their struggles, build resilience, and find healthier ways to move forward. Stephen specializes in supporting clients with ADHD, anxiety, and PTSD/trauma, as well as addressing relationship challenges. Drawing on evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, and Couples/Marital Counseling, he helps clients manage symptoms, improve communication, and restore balance in their personal and professional lives. His work emphasizes both immediate coping skills and long-term growth, ensuring care that adapts to each person’s goals. He has a particular passion for working with first responders, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and military veterans. Stephen understands the unique stressors these groups face, including high-pressure environments, identity-related concerns, and the lasting effects of trauma. He is committed to providing a safe, affirming space where clients can process experiences, rebuild confidence, and strengthen their sense of self. Outside of his professional work, Stephen enjoys the excitement of car racing and the camaraderie of soccer, interests that reflect his appreciation for both focus and teamwork.
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Couples Therapy: Ages 18-75+
- Individual Therapy: Ages 15-75+
Areas of Focus
Couples Therapy
Helps partners address relationship conflict and improve communication with a clinician's guidance.
- Career & relationships (mid-life)
- Empty nesters
- Parenthood
- Sex & intimacy issues
- Gambling
- Other addictive behaviors
- Pornography/sexual behaviors
- Video game/internet
Individual Therapy
Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.
- Alcohol use
- Drug/substance use
- First responder stress
- Military & veteran
- Sexual trauma
- Trauma & PTSD
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Attention & focus
- Bipolar Disorder
- Body image
- Career & relationships (mid-life)
- Career & work issues
- Depression/feeling down
- Empty nesters
- Gambling
- Grief & loss
- Hallucinations
- Hoarding
- Intense mood changes
- Men's health/issues
- Other addictive behaviors
- Panic attacks
- Parenthood
- Pornography/sexual behaviors
- Psychosis/issues with reality
- Schizophrenia/schizoaffective
- Self-esteem
- Sex & intimacy issues
- Sleep issues or insomnia
- Social skills & communication
- Stress management
- Unhealthy eating habits
- Unusual thoughts or beliefs
- Video game/internet
Insurances Accepted
- Absolute Total Care
- Aetna
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Companion Benefit (BCBS)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Promise Health Plan (Prisma)
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
Languages
- English
Education
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University of South Carolina
FAQs
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Stephen Boice. You can also call 843-501-1099 to have someone assist you.
Stephen Boice generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 843-501-1099 to find out Stephen Boice's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Stephen Boice:
- Absolute Total Care
- Aetna
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Companion Benefit (BCBS)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Promise Health Plan (Prisma)
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 843-501-1099 to see how we can help.
Stephen Boice is a Therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Stephen Boice works at:
Yes, Stephen Boice does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Stephen Boice is currently offering in-office visits at the following location: