Brittany Nicole Bakerمشاهده پروفایل
استادیار مدعو
Brittany Nicole Baker is an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the School of Social Work at The University of Texas at Arlington, where she has been teaching since August 2018. She holds a Master of Science in Social Work from UTA and a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Houston, and is licensed as a Clinical Social Worker with Supervisory status (LCSW-S) and certified as a Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP). Her professional roles span clinical practice and executive leadership, including her current position as Vice President of Outpatient Services at Summit Behavioral Healthcare. Her education includes: MSSW in Social Work, The University of Texas at Arlington, 2011 BS in Biology (Minor in Chemistry), University of Houston, 2009 Baker's research and teaching interests focus on trauma-informed care, mental health policy, access to care, healthcare administration, public health, and the biological underpinnings of behavior. She integrates clinical expertise with systemic leadership to improve behavioral health outcomes across diverse populations. Her work emphasizes both direct practice and policy-level change, reflecting a dual commitment to micro and macro social work practices. The available publications consist of conference presentations and internal trainings rather than peer-reviewed articles; however, her presentations indicate sustained engagement with topics such as adolescent safety, suicide prevention, and patient care continuity in behavioral health settings. Her professional recognitions and certifications include: Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Supervisor (LCSW-S), ASWB (2019–2025) Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) Member, National Association of Social Workers Baker has taught a range of graduate social work courses including GENERALIST MICRO PRACTICE, SOCIAL POLICY AND MENTAL HEALTH, BRAIN AND BEHAVIOR, and HEALTH POLICY & SOCIAL JUSTICE. While no formal advisees are listed, her teaching roles suggest mentorship of graduate students. She is also actively involved in healthcare accreditation and licensure support for small organizations across Texas, extending her impact beyond academia into real-world service delivery improvement. Her leadership at Summit Behavioral Healthcare demonstrates a national scope of influence in outpatient behavioral health systems. She is involved in organizational leadership as BISA Team Manager and has volunteered with CASA of Tarrant County, MD Anderson Cancer Center, and the Hope Center for Autism, reflecting a deep commitment to community service and child welfare.






