Areas of Clinical Expertise
- Family Systems Therapy
- Addiction & Co-Dependency Recovery
- Adolescent & Child Mental Health
- Trauma-Informed Parenting Approaches
- Group Therapy & Family Education
- Clinical Social Work
- Psychoeducation for Families
- Long-Term Recovery Support
“Teens don’t heal in isolation. When families grow, learn, and repair together, we see deeper and more lasting outcomes.” — Rawly Glass
Experience
Rawly Glass, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker and nationally recognized expert in family systems therapy, co-dependency, and adolescent substance use recovery. With more than 30 years in social work and over 15 years as a practicing therapist, Rawly brings deep clinical experience, authenticity, and warmth to his role as Director of Family Services at Muir Wood Teen Treatment, a leading provider of adolescent behavioral health treatment.
In 2012, Rawly received the Addiction Professional Outstanding Clinician Award, honoring his leadership and excellence in the field of mental health and substance use treatment.
He is a frequent national speaker on topics related to family recovery, co-dependency, and systems-based care for families impacted by teen substance use and mental health disorders.
Education
Rawly earned his Master of Social Work (MSW) from Walla Walla University in Washington, with a dual concentration in clinical child and adolescent work and addiction treatment. He holds a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Pacific Union College in California.
Role at Muir Wood
As Director of Family Services at Muir Wood, Rawly Glass leads the design and implementation of a clinically integrated family therapy program – a core component of our residential treatment model for teens with mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders-
that supports teens and their families throughout the treatment journey. He oversees weekly multi-family therapy sessions, psychoeducational workshops, and individualized family support, helping families reconnect, repair emotional bonds, and build healthier patterns of communication.
Rawly’s approach is rooted in empathy, systems theory, and trauma-informed care, guiding parents and caregivers to understand how their own histories, roles, and relational dynamics influence their teen’s recovery. Rawly collaborates closely with Muir Wood’s clinical team to ensure that treatment is truly family-centered, evidence-based, developmentally appropriate, and aligned with sustainable, long-term outcomes. Rawly’s sincerity, obvious compassion, and commitment to the families and teens at Muir Wood make him a favorite at our Family Program presentations.
In addition to his work with families, Rawly plays a key role in clinical training and leadership, shaping Muir Wood’s therapeutic approach to co-parenting, emotional boundaries, and healing family dynamics.
Personal Interests
Outside of his work, Rawly enjoys spending time with his family, exploring nature, and deepening his own practice of spiritual and emotional wellness. His grounding presence, humor, and lifelong dedication to helping families thrive make him a beloved and trusted leader within the Muir Wood community.
About Muir Wood
Muir Wood is a leader in adolescent mental and behavioral health that offers both outpatient and residential treatment programs in the state of California. Our programs are guided by clinical teams that specialize in co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. We believe that treating the whole person—both their behavioral health and underlying mental state—leads to better outcomes for life-long healing. Meet our staff of therapists and psychiatrists for teens.
Learn more about what we treat and explore our treatment programs for teen boys and teen girls.