Professional Qualifications
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Ph.D. in Buddhist Studies, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, Alliant International University, Los Angeles, U.S.
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Master of Buddhist Studies, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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M.A. in Clinical Psychology, Alliant International University, Los Angeles, U.S.
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Master in Marriage and Family Therapy, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, U.S.
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B.A. in Psychology, San Diego State University, San Diego, U.S.
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Registered Supervisor in Professional Practice of Buddhist Counselling (RBCS-0003), Hong Kong Buddhist Association, Hong Kong
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Licensed Psychologist (PSY28022), California Board of Psychology, United States
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Fellow Member/ Accredited Family Therapist (M0232), Asian Academy of Family Therapy, Hong Kong
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Registered Clinical Psychologist (300011618), Hong Kong Association of Doctors in Clinical Psychology, Hong Kong
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Certified Therapist in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, National Child Traumatic Stress Network, United States
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Certified Therapist in Managing and Adapting Practice, PracticeWise, LLC, United States
Background & Introduction (Theoretical Orientation)
Dr. Kin Cheung (George) Lee is a California licensed psychologist (PSY28022), a California Board of Psychology recognized clinical supervisor, and a registered clinical psychologist of the Hong Kong Associations of Doctor in Clinical Psychology. Clinically, he is a fellow member of the Asian Academy of Family Therapy, certified therapist in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and certified therapist in Managing and Adapting Practice. In the past 17 years, he has provided psychological services to individuals, couples, and families in various non-government agencies, community mental health centers, and schools in Hong Kong and the United States. Academically, Dr. Lee is a lecturer at The Centre of Buddhist Studies, The University of Hong Kong and a founding member of the Master of Buddhist Counselling program as well as the Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Practice of Buddhist Counselling. He is the former assistant chair of the Department of Psychology at University of the West and former Director of Clinical Training at Alliant International University, Hong Kong program. He is the author of the The Guide to Buddhist Counseling and 小空間 (translated: "A Little Emptiness").
With my training in clinical psychology and Buddhist studies, I have formulated a treatment approach named "Note, Know, Choose." This approach aims to help clients foster a mindful haven, raise awareness of the causes of suffering, and make more skillful choices in life. It is my hope to develop a mental health approach that is highly congruent with Asian cultures, using our cultural values and wisdom for healing. I also believe that the essence of therapy lies in the emotional connection between therapist and client. An open heart that allows oneself to connect with the deepest suffering of another person can be the most therapeutic intervention. I hope to have the honor of listening to your story and sharing your suffering.
Personal Introduction
I was born and raised in Hong Kong. I then spent 16 years in the U.S. for my professional training in marriage and family therapy, as well as clinical psychology. After working several years as an assistant professor in clinical psychology, I moved back to Hong Kong, where I received my training in Buddhist meditation and Buddhist studies at The University of Hong Kong. Using martial arts as a metaphor, I see clinical psychology as adroit skills and forms, while Buddhist practice is internal energy cultivation. The combination of the two is a powerful and skillful means to combat different kinds of suffering that we encounter in everyday life. Personally, I enjoy jogging, basketball, manga, and movies.