Craig Mead
Chicago, Illinois · Telehealth
My style: exploratory, practical, direct
“Practical, direct, and collaborative approach to understanding yourself, your emotions, and relationship patterns”
I help clients understand the root causes of depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, communication problems, and ADHD difficulty.
- Fees
- $148 to $168 per sessionSliding scale available
- Availability
- Accepting new clientsConfirmed November 2, 2026
- Session format
- Telehealth
- Languages
- English
- Experience
- 12 years in practice
- Licensed in
- Illinois
- Insurance and payment
About Craig
I help clients understand the root causes of depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, communication problems, and ADHD difficulty. My role is to give you the space to explore and understand your thoughts, emotions, and relationship patterns to help find clarity into where you are, how you've gotten here, and where you want to go.I want clients to leave with an improved understanding of the exact nature of their problems and clarity about exactly what to do about them. Changing how you think, feel, behave, and experience the world can help you find the place of contentment you seek.
I want to help you challenge what you believe and why you believe it, how you think and see yourself and others, and challenge you to implement real action and changes in your life
My approach
I think of therapy like peeling an onion layer by layer. Together, we'll explore what you think and feel to understand how to make effective positive changes in the future. Sometimes, current patterns are rooted in past adaptations to difficult experiences. Understanding the past helps us see what serves us now and what we need to do moving forward
About me
I have over thirty years of social work and mental health experience to share with you on what works and what to avoid. My job is to challenge you to grow and improve your self-awareness, understanding, acceptance, forgiveness, and compassion for yourself and others. I don't provide couples counseling, but I can often help significantly improve understanding
More background
For those with ADHD, I use my deep understanding of this complex condition to help you put the pieces together and completely understand yourself and what you need to be more functional. We'll explore all six aspects of ADHD: hyperactivity, inattention, impulsiveness, emotional dysregulation, executive dysfunction, and relationship intersectionality
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Specialties
Types of therapy
Who Craig works with
- Ages
- Adults, Elders (65+)
- Languages
- English
Education and training
Master of Social Work in Clinical, Aurora University George Williams College, 2014
Certifications
ADHD Specialist
Craig Mead is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Chicago, Illinois. Specializes in anxiety, depression, adhd and stress. Telehealth · $148 to $168 per session. License verified with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) on November 6, 2026. Identity matched to the federal NPI Registry on November 2, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What does Craig specialize in?
Craig Mead specializes in anxiety, depression, adhd and stress.
Is Craig licensed?
Yes. Craig Mead holds an active LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) license in Illinois, verified with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) on November 6, 2026, and their identity was matched to the federal NPI Registry on November 2, 2026.
Does Craig offer telehealth or in-person sessions?
Craig Mead offers telehealth.
Does Craig take insurance?
Craig Mead accepts Self-Pay / Out of Network, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Optum, Medicare, Medicaid and Out of Pocket. Confirm your specific plan when you reach out.
Does Craig take Aetna?
Craig Mead lists Aetna among the insurance and payment options accepted. Confirm your specific plan when you reach out.
Is Craig accepting new clients?
Craig Mead said on November 2, 2026: yes, accepting new clients. Free consultation.
How much does a session with Craig cost?
Sessions with Craig Mead are $148 to $168 per session. A sliding scale is available based on need.
Where is Craig located?
Craig Mead is based in Chicago, Illinois, and also offers telehealth.
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