Irena J. Glover, MSW '00, PhD ’16, is an experienced licensed clinical social worker with 20 years experience in non-profit, academic and community settings. Currently, Glover focuses on interpersonal practice with children and adults providing individual, couples and family therapy. Through her private practice, Glover employs evidence-based practices to support her clients in restoring and maintaining balance in their lives. Glover utilizes her practice as a platform to work towards eradicating the stigma associated with mental health and dismantling barriers to needed services and resources. In addition to her passion for interpersonal practice, Glover is also a spirited educator, who is dedicated to the success of her students.

Contact Information

  • University of Michigan
    School of Social Work
    1080 S. University Ave.
    Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Education

  • 2016 PhD Philosophy
    Walden University
  • 2000 MSW Social Work
    Wayne State University, Detroit
  • 1998 BA Developmental Psychology
    University of Detroit Mercy

Activities

Presentations

Year Description
2020 “Resilience: The Biology of Stress and the Science of Hope”, Film Screening and Panel Discussion, Interfaith Health and Hope Coalition, Madonna University
2019 “Ethics in Academia”, Presentation, Madonna University, Michigan

Courses

Current & Future Courses

Title Instructor Term Course Section Meeting Start Meeting End
Interpersonal Practice Interventions in Integrated Health, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse (Adults) Glover, Irena J. Spring / Summer 2026 003 06:00 pm 09:00 pm View Course
Behavioral, Psychosocial and Ecological Aspects of Health, Mental Health and Disease Glover, Irena J. Fall 2026 001 09:00 am 12:00 pm View Course

Past Courses

Title Instructor Term Course Section Meeting Start Meeting End
Behavioral, Psychosocial and Ecological Aspects of Health, Mental Health and Disease Glover, Irena J. Winter 2026 002 09:00 am 12:00 pm View Course
Behavioral, Psychosocial and Ecological Aspects of Health, Mental Health and Disease Glover, Irena J. Winter 2026 006 06:00 pm 09:00 pm View Course
Interpersonal Practice Interventions in Integrated Health, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse (Adults) Glover, Irena J. Fall 2025 001 09:00 am 12:00 pm View Course
Behavioral, Psychosocial and Ecological Aspects of Health, Mental Health and Disease Glover, Irena J. Winter 2025 003 09:00 am 12:00 pm View Course
Advanced Evidence-Informed Interpersonal Practice with Families Glover, Irena J. Fall 2024 802 08:00 pm 10:00 pm View Course
Behavioral, Psychosocial and Ecological Aspects of Health, Mental Health and Disease Glover, Irena J. Fall 2024 805 10:00 am 12:00 pm View Course
Behavioral, Psychosocial and Ecological Aspects of Health, Mental Health and Disease Glover, Irena J. Winter 2024 007 06:00 pm 09:00 pm View Course
Introduction to Social Work Practice Glover, Irena J. Fall 2023 007 09:00 am 05:00 pm View Course
Essentials of Interpersonal Practice Glover, Irena J. Fall 2023 001 01:00 pm 05:00 pm View Course
Behavioral, Psychosocial and Ecological Aspects of Health, Mental Health and Disease Glover, Irena J. Winter 2023 005 02:00 pm 05:00 pm View Course