Michael Mancini

Michael Mancini, Ph.D., M.S.W., is a Professor in the School of Social Work at Saint Louis University. He specializes in Behavioral Health Assessment and Intervention, with research focusing on Integrated Behavioral Health Practice, Hospital-Based Violence Intervention Programs, and Peer-Based Practices. His work emphasizes qualitative methodologies and has contributed to advancements in clinical social work education and trauma-informed care.

Dr. Mancini holds a Ph.D., M.S.W., and B.A. from the State University of New York at Albany. His teaching portfolio includes courses on clinical practice, diagnosis, and antiracism in social work.

His research has explored factors associated with recurrent firearm injury, police officer stress, and implementation of violence prevention programs. Notable studies include evaluations of hospital-based violence intervention models and qualitative analyses of peer support roles in substance use treatment.

Awarded multiple times as Professor of the Year (2009, 2014, 2015, 2021) and recognized by the Student Government Association for Faculty Excellence (2011), his contributions bridge clinical practice and community health. He actively serves on the Illume Center’s Behavioral Health Executive Board and the Life Outside of Violence (LOV) Steering Committee.