Associate Professor of Practice
UTA School of Social Work
Karla Arenas-Itotia is a Licensed Master Social Worker and has worked in various settings, such as higher education, healthcare, and non-profits. She is currently an Associate Professor of Practice at The University of Texas at Arlington’s School of Social Work, teaching undergraduate and graduate social work students. She is dedicated to improving student success by promoting student wellness, increasing access to education, and developing emerging professionals through experiential learning.
She additionally provides counseling and psychoeducational services virtually in the State of Texas. She is bilingual in English and Spanish and is committed to helping her clients restore or enhance their lives. She has focused much of her career on supporting survivors of interpersonal violence.