About
Nahime G. Aguirre Mtanous is a highly accomplished Social Work PhD Candidate and Licensed Social Worker with expertise in neurodevelopmental disabilities, mental health, and health equity. With a robust background in mixed-methods research, extensive publication record, and a commitment to person-centered clinical practice, she drives impactful initiatives to improve outcomes for autistic adults and individuals with developmental disabilities. Her work spans critical areas including crisis mental healthcare trustworthiness, psychosocial interventions, and disability competency training, positioning her as a leader in advancing inclusive and evidence-based social work practices.
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Education
Social Work
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Social Work and Social Welfare
University of Chicago, Crown Family School of Social Work
Comparative Human Development
University of Chicago, The College
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Work
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Doctoral Project Assistant, Interdisciplinary Sciences to Learn about Autism (ISLA) Network Project
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Doctoral Project Assistant, Aging and Health Equity in Autism and Developmental Disabilities (AHEADD) Project
Astute Counseling & Wellness Center
Therapist
Illinois Masonic Medical
Pediatric Developmental Center Social Work Intern
University of Illinois-Chicago
Research Assistant, Disability Competency Training for Medical and Dental Students
University of Chicago
Research Assistant, Childcare COVID-19 Response Research
South Chicago Parents and Friends
Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional (QIDP)
Northwestern Medicine
Health Outreach Program Intern
IL Department of Human Services (HHS), Division of Developmental Disabilities
Individual Service Coordinator (QIDP)
Glenkirk
Administrative Coordinator
Glenkirk
Residential Case Manager
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Volunteer
Sandra Rosenbaum School of Social Work, University of Wisconsin-Madison
·Co-Advisor, Phi-Alpha Social Work Honor Society
Co-advised the Phi-Alpha Social Work Honor Society, fostering academic excellence and professional development among social work students.
Sandra Rosenbaum School of Social Work, University of Wisconsin-Madison
·Member, Curriculum Committee
Served as a member of the Curriculum Committee, contributing to the strategic development and enhancement of social work academic programs.
Crown Family School of Social Work, University of Chicago
·Member, Accessibility Advisory Board
Contributed to the Accessibility Advisory Board, advocating for and implementing initiatives to enhance inclusivity and accessibility within the university.
The College, University of Chicago
·Member, Student Wellness Advisory Board
Served on the Student Wellness Advisory Board, contributing to initiatives promoting student health and well-being.
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Awards
Sheldon D. Rose Memorial Scholarship ($2,500)
Received a competitive scholarship recognizing academic excellence and commitment to social work research.
Student/Trainee Travel Award Winner ($500)
Awarded travel funding to present research findings at the International Society of Autism Research annual meeting.
Conference Travel Award Winner ($1,000)
Granted travel award to attend and present at a key conference, facilitating knowledge dissemination and professional networking.
Graduate Fellow
Awarded a prestigious fellowship for doctoral research at the Institute for Diversity Science, supporting advanced study in social work.
AASECT Sexuality Professionals Book Award Winner
Recognized for significant contribution to the field of sexuality professionals through co-authored book chapter in 'Exploring Sexuality and Disability'.
Graduate Research Scholars Fellowship ($30,000)
Secured a substantial fellowship to support doctoral research and academic endeavors in social work.
Advanced Opportunity Fellow
Recognized with an Advanced Opportunity Fellowship, supporting graduate research and academic pursuits.
Diversity Award Winner
Received an award acknowledging contributions to diversity and inclusion efforts within the graduate division.
National Heumann-Armstrong Educational Award Winner
Honored with a national award for outstanding contributions to educational advocacy for people with disabilities.
Crown Scholars Scholarship ($50,000)
Received a significant scholarship supporting graduate studies at the Crown Family School of Social Work.
Foundation Scholars Semifinalist
Recognized as a semifinalist for the prestigious Obama Foundation Scholars program, highlighting leadership potential.
Leadership and Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities Fellowship ($3,500)
Awarded a competitive fellowship focused on leadership and education in neurodevelopmental disabilities, enhancing specialized expertise.
Outstanding First Year Semifinalist
Acknowledged as an outstanding first-year graduate student, demonstrating exceptional academic promise.
Odyssey Scholarship ($50,000)
Awarded a substantial scholarship supporting undergraduate education at the University of Chicago.
Speech Competition Scholarship ($1,000)
Awarded a scholarship for excellence in speech competition, demonstrating persuasive communication skills.
Odyssey Scholarship ($75,000 annually)
Received an annual scholarship to support undergraduate studies at the University of Chicago.
Finalist, Double Ruby Award Winner
Achieved finalist status in a national forensic competition, demonstrating exceptional public speaking and debate skills.
State Finalist, Extemporaneous Speaking
Recognized as a state finalist in extemporaneous speaking, showcasing advanced impromptu communication abilities.
Finalist, Extemporaneous Speaking
Achieved finalist status in a national extemporaneous speaking competition, highlighting strong analytical and presentation skills.
Bluebonnet Girls State Scholarship ($3,000)
Received a scholarship for participation and leadership in the Bluebonnet Girls State program.
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Publications
Autistic adults' experiences with crisis mental healthcare trustworthiness.
In preparation
Psychosocial interventions for autistic adults: a scoping review.
In preparation
Clinician-reported strategies for autistic mental health clients: a grounded theory study.
In preparation
Elevated prevalence of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) in patients seeking treatment for Retrograde Cricopharyngeal Dysfunction (R-CPD)
In preparation
Mental health outcomes associated with applied behavior analysis in a US national sample of privately insured autistic youth.
Autism
Challenging neurotypical norms: Autistic adults' understandings of health.
Autism
Material hardship and sources of support for autistic adolescents and their families.
Autism
Racialization of Disability and Sexuality: A Historical and Contemporary Perspective Within the United States.
Routledge
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Languages
English
Native
Spanish
Native
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