Don L Schuman

Dr. Don L Schuman is an Associate Professor of Practice at the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) School of Social Work. He holds a PhD in Interdisciplinary Studies from the University of Oklahoma (2012) and advanced clinical social work licenses in Texas and Kentucky. With over 27 years of U.S. Army service, Dr. Schuman transitioned to civilian roles in substance abuse counseling and clinical leadership, including positions at the Landstuhl Army Regional Medical Center and Fort Hood. His academic career includes teaching at UTA and the University of Kentucky, focusing on substance misuse treatment, military social work, and healthcare leadership.

Education:

• PhD, University of Oklahoma (2012): Interdisciplinary Studies
• MSW, Portland State University (1999): Clinical Track
• BS, University of Maryland Global Campus (1995): Management Studies

Research Interests:

• Substance Use Disorders in veterans and service members
• Common factors driving therapeutic change (e.g., therapeutic alliance)
• Systematic feedback models to improve treatment outcomes

Dr. Schuman’s teaching spans addiction treatment, military social work, and healthcare leadership. He has advised numerous master’s theses and served on committees shaping curricula and policy. Beyond academia, he volunteers with veteran organizations and provides pro-bono clinical supervision. His BSW Award for Teaching Excellence (2017) reflects his impact on students and the field.