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The leadership team at UTHealth Houston School of Behavioral Health Sciences works collaboratively to advance the school’s mission of improving mental health through education, research, and clinical care. Led by Founding Dean, Dr. Jair Soares, the team brings a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact across Texas.

Department Directory

 Jair Soares
MD, PhD
Founding Dean, School of Behavioral Health Sciences
 Scott Lane
PhD
Associate Dean, Academic and Student Affairs
 Mary Lopez
MBA, CRA
Acting Associate Dean, Management
 Michelle Patriquin
PhD, ABPP
Assistant Dean, Digital Health & Innovation
 Deborah Pearson
PhD
Associate Dean, Faculty Affairs
 Lokesh Shahani
MD, PhD, MPH, FACP, FASAM
Associate Dean, Clinical Integration
 Jeffrey Temple
PhD
Associate Dean, Clinical Research