George Tilley, LCSW

George Tilley is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, practicing in North Carolina with 36 years of experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, relationship problems, addiction, and anger. His practice also includes concerns such as career strain, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and parenting stress.

George focuses on clear, practical conversations. He uses straightforward methods to help people notice patterns, try different responses, and build habits that reduce reactivity. Sessions are taught in plain language so skills can be used between meetings.

He often addresses relationship and intimacy issues by helping clients name what they want and practice communicating it. For people coping with loss or life change, he breaks problems into manageable steps and checks progress together. When anger shows up as snapping or simmering resentment, he helps clients identify triggers and short, repeatable strategies to respond differently.

George draws on approaches such as cognitive behavioral methods, mindfulness, acceptance and commitment ideas, attachment-informed work, and a client-centered stance. These give a mix of practical skill-building and attention to how relationships shape feelings.

He is comfortable discussing sexuality, identity, and kink culture without judgment. He also works with concerns tied to aging, chronic illness, caregiver stress, and codependency. Sessions are offered in English and reflect his long experience with diverse adult concerns.

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