Athena Lee

Athena Lee is a senior clinical research coordinator at the Nudge Unit.  
 
Athena holds a master’s degree in social science psychology from the University of Chicago and a bachelor’s degree in clinical psychology from the University of California San Diego. As an undergraduate, she focused on learning and memory enhancement research and conducted clinical studies within the San Diego health care system. During graduate school, her research interests shifted toward improving the mental health outcomes of children who have experienced traumatic events. Before joining the Nudge Unit, Athena worked with the Department of Occupational Health, Well-Being, and Psychology at National Chengchi University in Taipei, Taiwan. There, she studied the multifaceted challenges faced by informal elderly caregivers.

Athena is deeply committed to advancing research that enhances patient outcomes by reimagining how care systems can better support individuals living with mental health conditions. She is particularly interested in fostering sustained treatment engagement, achieving meaningful long-term impact, and transforming health care system efficiency. With a strong curiosity about innovation, she is eager to explore how emerging AI technologies can shape the future of health care and expand access to more personalized, effective care.