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Joseph Tillman

CA LCSW 7697
Credentials
CA LCSW 7697
NPI Number
1912020090
Location
California
Languages
English
Joseph Tillman
40 years experience | Counselor of Color

About Joseph Tillman

As a licensed therapist with extensive experience serving diverse communities in California, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on helping clients address challenging life experiences, including depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, and grief.

I bring a compassionate and nuanced approach to therapy, particularly focusing on men’s mental health, self-love, and healing from attachment wounds. My work is deeply rooted in understanding individual journeys of isolation, purpose, and personal transformation.

Drawing from four decades of clinical experience, I create a supportive environment where clients can explore difficult emotions like guilt and shame, and develop meaningful strategies for personal growth. My therapeutic style emphasizes empowerment, respect, and collaborative healing.

I am committed to providing culturally responsive care that honors each person’s unique background and lived experience. My goal is to support you in building resilience, understanding yourself more deeply, and creating positive change in your life.

Licenses

LCSW
7697

Professional experience

  • Addictions
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

  • Abandonment
  • Attachment issues
  • Guilt and shame
  • Isolation / loneliness
  • Life purpose
  • Men's issues
  • Self-love

Languages

  • English

15 Reviews

“Supportive and empathetic.”

“Very kind and qualified therapist”

“He is very good at what he does! I highly recommend him as a therapist, and am blessed he is my therapist!”

“He is very direct. Asks questions and it leads you to the answers you already know inside but wree too ashamed to admit a loud. He nails it on the head. He sees through you!”

“Hes absolutely great.. dealing with the loss of my child.. hes walked me through so much.. amazing therapist!”

“Wonderful therapist”

“Doc T was excellent to work with. Very down to earth and in touch. Presented several different methods to help with my situation. If you feel that his bio resonates, I highly recommend working with him, and will definitely work with him again in the future, if the need arises.”

“Very knowledgeable and professional, highly recommended.”

“I highly recommend Joseph because he is relatable. I don't feel disrespected or that my concerns are minimized. <br /> He has an approachable conversation style, provides real-world solutions to complex issues, and demonstrates expertise in helping me navigate workable solutions to my challenges.”

“Dr. Tillman goes above and beyond to understand his clients. He listens and provides sound decisions that lead to success in my life and for those around me. I would recommend him for any struggle you might have.”

“Very insightful.”

“Joseph Tillman had been instrumental in my son’s healing journey. Highly recommend!”

“Joseph is great. He listens to everything I have to say and has taught me a lot in being present and focusing on the moment.”

“Very down to earth and relatable. Great speaker and feels easy to open up to”

“My son has enjoyed the experience so far!”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.
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