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Dr. Jeroen Dewinter is a senior researcher at Tranzo (Centre for Care and Wellbeing) within the Tilburg School of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Tilburg University. He also serves as a clinical psychologist and co-director of the Centre for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (GGzE, Netherlands). Additionally, he is a guest researcher at KU Leuven’s Parenting and Special Education Unit (Belgium). His work bridges academic research and clinical practice, focusing on autism-related well-being, sexuality, gender diversity, and employment barriers.
Education: Dewinter holds a degree in Educational Sciences (2000, Belgium), completed postdoctoral training in clinical psychology (2013, Eindhoven), and earned a PhD from Tilburg University (2016) on sexual development in autistic adolescents. He is a guest lecturer in Developmental Psychology at Tilburg University and Forensic Assessment at Thomas More (Antwerp, Belgium).
Research Interests: Dewinter’s work emphasizes neurodiversity, translating research into clinical practice, and promoting well-being in autistic populations. Key areas include:
- Sexual diversity and identity in autistic adolescents and adults
- Employment barriers and workplace inclusion for autistic individuals
- Intersectionality of autism with gender, sexuality, and mental health
Key Contributions: He co-founded the INSAR SIG on Autism, Gender, and Relationships and the NVVS SIG on Autism and Sexuality. His recent publications address sustainable employment strategies, capability approaches to well-being, and sexuality education for autistic populations.
Grants and Advising: While no specific grants are listed, his work is funded through institutional collaborations. He advises on clinical practices and policy reforms to enhance autistic inclusion. His research often involves direct collaboration with autistic individuals and stakeholders.
Labs/Teams: Active at Tranzo and collaborates internationally, including with autism advocates and interdisciplinary networks focused on neurodiversity, gender, and sexuality.
