Lena Liu, PA-C, CAQ-Psy, MPAS

Clinical Biography

Lena Liu, PA-C, CAQ-Psy, MPAS, is a board-certified physician assistant in UT Health Austin’s Bipolar Disorder Center. She specializes in caring for individuals with bipolar disorder and co-occurring psychiatric conditions.

Lena Liu earned her bachelor’s degree in biochemistry from The University of Texas at Austin and her master’s degree in physician assistant studies from UT Health San Antonio. She is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants and holds a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Psychiatry.

Lena Liu’s clinical interests include mood and anxiety disorders, psychosis, trauma-related conditions, and neurodivergence. She previously served as the clinical lead for transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), where she oversaw protocol delivery and outcomes for treatment-resistant depression and anxiety, and received specialized training in TMS. Her research focuses on innovative treatment strategies and enhancing quality of life in bipolar disorder. She is dedicated to providing personalized treatment plans that integrate pharmacotherapy, psychotherapy, lifestyle interventions, and community resources to optimize functional well-being. She is also committed to mentoring physician assistant students, medical students, and early-career clinicians in psychiatry. She is an active member of the American Academy of Physician Associates and the Association of PAs in Psychiatry.