George Tilley, LCSW
Experienced North Carolina LCSW for life transitions
- Stress and anxiety support
- Relationship and intimacy work
- LGBTQ+ affirming care
About George Tilley
George Tilley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in North Carolina with 36 years of experience supporting people through complex emotional challenges and life transitions. He offers a thoughtful, client-focused approach that adapts to each person's needs and priorities, combining compassion with practical strategies to address concerns such as depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, grief, addiction, trauma, and major life changes.
His work creates a respectful space for exploring sensitive topics including sexuality, identity, interpersonal dynamics, life purpose, and intimacy-related issues. He assists individuals in building self-compassion, improving communication, reducing social anxiety, and navigating workplace stress, midlife transitions, chronic health challenges, and caregiving strains. Older adults and members of the LGBTQ+ community are among the populations he has substantial experience supporting.
Therapeutically, he draws on a range of evidence-informed approaches to meet different needs, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based techniques, attachment-based and psychodynamic perspectives, trauma-focused methods, motivational interviewing, client-centered therapy, and solution-focused strategies. This blend of approaches allows adaptation to issues such as ADHD, bipolar disorder, anger and impulse concerns, codependency, and complicated grief.
Throughout his career he has emphasized an affirming, nonjudgmental stance and a collaborative partnership with those he works with. His aim is to help individuals strengthen resilience, deepen self-understanding, and create meaningful, sustainable change in their lives.
His work creates a respectful space for exploring sensitive topics including sexuality, identity, interpersonal dynamics, life purpose, and intimacy-related issues. He assists individuals in building self-compassion, improving communication, reducing social anxiety, and navigating workplace stress, midlife transitions, chronic health challenges, and caregiving strains. Older adults and members of the LGBTQ+ community are among the populations he has substantial experience supporting.
Therapeutically, he draws on a range of evidence-informed approaches to meet different needs, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based techniques, attachment-based and psychodynamic perspectives, trauma-focused methods, motivational interviewing, client-centered therapy, and solution-focused strategies. This blend of approaches allows adaptation to issues such as ADHD, bipolar disorder, anger and impulse concerns, codependency, and complicated grief.
Throughout his career he has emphasized an affirming, nonjudgmental stance and a collaborative partnership with those he works with. His aim is to help individuals strengthen resilience, deepen self-understanding, and create meaningful, sustainable change in their lives.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does George Tilley have?
George Tilley has 36 years of professional experience.
Is George Tilley a licensed therapist?
Yes. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details: NC LCSW C003070.
In which languages does George Tilley provide therapy?
George Tilley provides therapy in English.
Where is George Tilley located?
George Tilley is located in North Carolina.
How can I work with George Tilley as my therapist?
Individuals can work with George Tilley through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does George Tilley work with international clients?
George Tilley does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with George Tilley cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match an individual with a therapist. Depending on availability, an individual can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Could virtual sessions suit your needs?
Many people wonder whether remote therapy can make a real difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or major life transitions, research and clinical experience indicate that online therapy can be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions for most people.One major benefit is flexibility - individuals can connect with licensed professionals in the format that fits their life, whether through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility often makes it easier to maintain consistency in care while balancing work, family, and other commitments.
Licensed professionals and therapists offering remote services can use a variety of therapeutic approaches to address emotional and interpersonal challenges. Clients may also choose to switch therapists if a different fit is desired, allowing them to find the therapeutic relationship and approach that best supports their goals.