David A. Estringel, LCSW-S, BCD, CIMHP, CART
Clinical Assistant Professor of Social Work
Online Faculty
daestringel@ollusa.edu
Areas of Expertise
Community mental health, Social Work administration, case management, substance use treatment, hospital social work, clinical social work, psychopathology, anger management, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, trauma-informed care, HIV/AIDS, program management and oversight, training and development, and post-secondary education, literature, English composition, and creative writing.
Teaching Philosophy
I believe that all students can learn and that diversity in that learning place the onus of responsibility on the instructors and their universities to ensure that said knowledge is imparted to learners in ways that are understandable and meaningful. As an instructor for Worden School of Social Services, I see myself as a guide and mentor for future social workers and a representative, advocate, and gatekeeper for the profession, protecting the profession's integrity and reputation. Moreover, I believe as an instructor it is my responsibility to create an inclusive and equitable learning environment that welcomes diversity and openness of thought.
Outside Interests
Creative writing, teaching literature at the dual-credit and post-secondary levels, reading, and art collecting.
Education
- MFA - Creative Writing, University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley
- Master of Science - Social Work, Clinical Concentration, University of Texas at Austin
- Bachelor of Arts - English, University of Texas at Brownsville