Lee Pozzi Rush

Lee Pozzi Rush, LICSW is a Clinical Associate Professor and MSW Internship Director at the University of New Hampshire's Department of Social Work. With expertise in brief treatment, Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), couples therapy, and clinical supervision, they focus on evidence-based interventions and are an early adopter of online teaching practices, having developed the department's first online course in 2009.

• Education: M.S.W. from Boston College, B.S.W. from Syracuse University

Research Focus: Lee's work emphasizes clinical social work methodologies, including EAP frameworks, couples therapy techniques, and digital pedagogy innovations. They bridge clinical practice with technological integration in higher education.

Scientific Recognition: Awarded the TEACH Fellowship (2008) and the 2025 Excellence in Clinical Engagement Award, their contributions span education, practice, and professional development.

• Courses Taught: INCO 682I: Washington DC Internship, SW 880: Internship I, SW 881: Internship II, SW 930: Advanced General Practice III, SW 982: Internship III, SW 983: Internship IV/Direct Education

Lee maintains an active clinical social work practice and contributes to the New Hampshire chapter of the National Association of Social Workers (NH-NASW) as a former Board member, while presenting on clinical supervision standards for state licensure preparation.