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John Mead

Calm, practical guidance for life changes

LMSW Michigan

Experience
23 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Anger
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About John

John Mead is a licensed social worker in Michigan who draws on 23 years of clinical experience to help people navigate emotional and behavioral challenges. He practices with an emphasis on cognitive behavioral methods alongside client-centered and mindfulness-informed techniques, shaping conversations and plans around each person's priorities.

Background and approach

His work covers a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, mood disorders such as bipolar and depression, addictions, anger, self-esteem, grief, trauma and related relationship issues. Mead approaches clients with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, adapting dialogue and intervention to suit individual strengths and goals.

He also has experience addressing ADHD and a variety of additional focus areas such as chronic pain, body image, attachment and personality-related concerns, and substance-related problems. For those seeking practical strategies and supportive guidance, he aims to empower clients to take steps toward clearer coping, improved motivation, and more satisfying daily functioning.

How online approaches and practical therapy work together

John Mead integrates cognitive behavioral methods and client-centered principles into online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning; it is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with addictive patterns. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and collaboration so clients feel heard and involved in shaping goals and next steps.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Mead works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts interventions over time, combining practical skills training with supportive dialogue so clients can try different strategies and decide what helps most.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for busy lives and varied comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain consistency, access care from different locations, and fit therapy into work, family, or travel schedules while working with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does John commonly help with?
His practice addresses a wide range of challenges including stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem difficulties, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma and abuse, grief, eating concerns, relationship issues, and coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses client-centered principles alongside cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-informed techniques to tailor treatment to each person's needs and preferences.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 23 years of professional work experience supporting people with mood disorders, co-occurring issues, motivation and behavioral concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds an LMSW credential and practices in Michigan; his licensure detail is MI LMSW 6801087573.
Does he work with clients who live outside the U.S.?
He accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English for those located abroad or elsewhere.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and scheduling handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefEating disordersBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyControl issuesDependent personalityDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

23+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English