Dr. Michael Glynn, DSW, LCSW

Hey there!

I'm Michael Glynn, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing virtual therapy for adults across Louisiana and Virginia. I hold a Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) from Simmons University and a Master's in Social Work (MSW) from Tulane University, and I've spent close to eight years working across inpatient, community-based, and outpatient behavioral health settings before opening my private practice.

I specialize in working with gay and bisexual men, healthcare professionals, and high-achieving adults navigating anxiety, burnout, chronic stress, and the pressure of constantly needing to hold everything together.

Many of the clients I work with are deeply capable and dependable people who are used to being the support system for others. While they may appear successful on the outside, internally they often feel emotionally exhausted, disconnected, overwhelmed, or stuck in a cycle of stress and overthinking.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in authenticity, using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy depending on what you need. I strive to create a space where clients can step out of "performance mode," speak honestly, and better understand themselves without fear of judgment.

I have a particular passion for LGBTQ+ affirming care and understand the unique emotional and systemic stressors that come with identity, stigma, and feeling unseen. My goal is therapy that feels genuine, affirming, and deeply human.

Before entering private practice, I worked extensively in behavioral health and healthcare settings supporting people with complex mental health and substance use concerns, including time in clinical leadership.

Outside of work, I enjoy cooking, exploring New Orleans, and finding meaningful ways to recharge outside of professional responsibilities.

I know reaching out for therapy can feel vulnerable, especially for people used to carrying everything on their own. You don't have to navigate that alone.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • I offer both a 15-minute consultation and the traditional 1-hour therapy session.

  • Reach out through the contact form, and I'll walk you through next steps and answer any questions along the way.

  • Therapy works best when it feels genuine, collaborative, and grounded in real human connection. I combine clinical training with lived understanding of what it's like to navigate identity, stigma, and burnout; particularly for gay and bisexual men, though I welcome anyone looking for affirming, non-judgmental care.

  • I approach therapy with warmth, curiosity, and authenticity, using CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy depending on what's most useful for you. Rather than focusing only on symptom reduction, I help you build emotional resilience and more sustainable ways of navigating life, work, and relationships.

  • No — I welcome all adults across Louisiana and Virginia. It's simply where my deepest specialized training sits, including my doctoral research, so it's often where clients feel I can go deepest, fastest.

  • I accept select insurance plans and also offer private-pay sessions for clients whose plan isn't in-network or who prefer not to use insurance. To confirm whether your plan is accepted, please reach out, and I can help you check before we get started.