Patience Lee

Patience Lee is an Instructor in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) Department at the University of Western States. She concurrently serves as the Associate Director for Clinical Oversight at a nationally recognized refugee resettlement organization contracted by the U.S. State Department. Her career spans over 25 years in child welfare, including domestic foster care, private adoption, and services for refugees and immigrants.

Education includes an MS in Counseling and an EdD in Counseling Psychology. She is currently pursuing a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology. Her clinical licenses permit practice in Pennsylvania and Michigan.

Research and practice focus on trauma-informed care, culturally sensitive mental health strategies, and therapeutic interventions for marginalized populations. She specializes in individual and couple therapy addressing trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders. Her holistic approach integrates diverse cultural perspectives, reflecting her passion for global cuisines and cross-cultural experiences.

Professional mentorship includes guiding staff and students in direct-care roles. Though no specific grants or labs are listed, her work emphasizes implementation of mental health services for vulnerable groups such as refugees and unaccompanied minors.