Nathan Li, LCSW, MA

Nathan Li, PhD, LCSW, is an associate professor and MSW program director at Azusa Pacific University. He holds a PhD and MSW from the University at Albany, State University of New York, and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. Li brings more than a decade of experience in social work education, research, program leadership, and clinical practice. His scholarship focuses on mental health, immigrant and Asian American populations, suicide risks among emerging adults, and cultural and family dynamics. His research has been published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at national and international conferences. He has also served in leadership roles in social work education and professional organizations. As an educator and clinician, Li is committed to integrating research, culturally responsive practice, and experiential learning to prepare social workers to serve diverse communities.

Education

• PhD University at Albany, State University of New York, 2013
• MSW University at Albany, State University of New York, 2009
• MA Zhejiang University, 2002
• BA Shandong Normal University, 1999

Academic Area

• School of Behavioral Sciences

Expertise

• Mental health and suicide risk
• Immigrant and Asian American populations
• Cultural and family dynamics
• Social work education and workforce well-being

Courses Taught

• SOCW 547 – Applied Clinical and Advanced Policy