Taren K Allen

Taren K Allen is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the School of Social Work, The University of Texas at Arlington, where she has been teaching since August 17, 2017. She is actively involved in training future social workers through foundational and advanced field instruction courses.

Her educational background includes:

• MSW in Social Work from Texas A&M University, Commerce (2011)
• BS in Psychology from the University of Houston (2006)

Taren's research and teaching interests center on clinical and community-based social work practices. She focuses on diverse populations, intimate partner violence, family therapy, child maltreatment, and health equity. Her decade-long professional experience in medical, school, and child protective services settings enriches her pedagogical approach, emphasizing real-world application and cultural competence.

She holds a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) certification since 2019 and is a founding member of the North Texas Association of Black Social Workers, reflecting her commitment to professional leadership and equity in the field.

Taren has taught a wide range of courses including SOCW 3307 (Diverse Populations), SOCW 5314 (Intimate Partner Violence), SOCW 5369 (Seminar in Family Therapy), and multiple field instruction courses (SOCW 4955, SOCW 5581, etc.), demonstrating sustained academic engagement across both undergraduate and graduate levels.

She mentors students through field instruction and seminar leadership, though no formal advisees are listed. No scientific awards or research publications are mentioned in the available information.

Her professional experience includes roles as a Clinical Social Worker in an ISD, Medical Social Worker at multiple hospitals and home health agencies, and Child Protective Services Caseworker, providing a strong foundation for her academic contributions.