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Susan Che

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

27 years of experience

Verified by Octave
In California
Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Susan

My focus is to help individuals work through their unresolved issues that may be interfering in their present lives, reduce negative emotions, identify and build on their strengths, increase insight/awareness of themselves, and develop positive coping skills they can use to successfully manage life stressors. There are times in our lives when we can benefit from having a therapist to help guide us through various life challenges. I approach my work with individuals by developing a therapeutic alliance and work collaboratively towards their treatment goals. My therapeutic approach is eclectic depending on the needs of the individual however, I often incorporate Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) which I have observed to be very effective in promoting positive change and growth.

I approach my work with individuals by developing a therapeutic alliance and work collaboratively towards their treatment goals.

Communication Style

  • Authentic
  • Calming
  • Empowering
  • Exploratory
  • Open-minded

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Experienced with

  • Asian / Pacific Islander community
  • Black community

Approach

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for California residents

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Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

Education

Susan Che, Licensed Clinical Social Worker License #18650 (exp June 2027)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

Frequently asked questions

Susan Che accepts Aetna, Prime Health, Health Net, Anthem Blue Cross of CA, Out-of-State BlueCard PPO, Blue Shield of California, Centivo, and Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth. Octave clients pay an average of $28 per session through insurance, and more than 95% pay less than $45 per session. Your exact cost depends on your plan’s copay or deductible. You can use the cost estimator to see what you would pay before your first session. If you would rather pay out of pocket, self-pay sessions in California are estimated at $205-250 per session.

Susan Che is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Susan is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Susan’s California license number is 18650, and you can look it up through the state licensing board. Octave verifies every therapist’s license before they begin seeing clients, and licenses are kept current as a condition of practicing with Octave.

Susan Che has been practicing therapy for 27 years. Susan’s education and training include BA - Psychology, University of California Irvine; MS - Social Work, California State University Long Beach; Certified - Academy of Cognitive Therapy. Over that time, Susan has worked closely with Asian / Pacific Islander community and Black community. Octave therapists average more than a decade of experience, and Susan is part of that group.

Susan Che works with Asian / Pacific Islander community and Black community and specializes in Anxiety, Burnout, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Transitions, Panic, Relationship Concerns, Sleep, Stress, Women's Issues, and Workplace Stress. These are the areas where Susan spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Susan is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Susan Che draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Motivational Interviewing. In sessions, Susan’s style is authentic, calming, empowering, exploratory, and open-minded. In Susan’s words: “I approach my work with individuals by developing a therapeutic alliance and work collaboratively towards their treatment goals.”

Susan Che (she/her) offers therapy in English. Susan identifies as Asian or Pacific Islander.

Susan Che offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Susan is licensed in California, and you need to be located in that state at the time of each session. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Your first session with Susan Che is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Susan will ask about your background, your current concerns, and your goals, and together you will start shaping a plan for your sessions. It is also a chance to see whether Susan’s style feels like a good fit for you. After their first session, 9 in 10 Octave clients say their therapy experience has been good or better.

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