John

Mr John Tilley

Clinical Psychologist

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“An experienced therapist, Psychoanalytically informed and Rodgerian orientated therapy for couples and individuals, with access to other approaches.”

About Me

I help individuals and couples understand long-standing patterns and relationship dynamics. My approach blends psychoanalytically informed insights with Rodgerian orientated therapy, creating a deeply supportive and non-judgmental space. We can explore underlying feelings and experiences at your pace. This combination is ideal for those seeking a deeper understanding of themselves or their relationships, allowing for lasting personal growth.

Approach

Sessions unfold as a careful exploration of feelings, dreams and the habits that shape your relationships, paced to whatever feels safe for you. I meet adults and couples in Johannesburg and online, offering sessions in English and Afrikaans, and hold attention to both present interactions and the quieter material that surfaces between meetings. Expect reflective listening, gentle challenge, and practical experiments that link insight to everyday change. This approach tends to suit people seeking thoughtful, steady work on attachment, loss, addiction or shifting life stages.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

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Services

I operate on the assumption that those who consult me are already engaged with an innate drive to heal and develop into the best version of themselves and how they deal with what life has dealt them at work, in relationships and health.

Services Offered:

  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

  • Clinical Supervision

    Professional oversight and reflective practice for clinical practitioners, ensuring quality of care and supporting ongoing development.

  • Conflict Management

    Structured approaches to resolving disputes and improving communication between people in conflict, whether in relationships, families, or workplaces.

  • Dream Analysis

    A technique that explores the themes, symbols, and emotions in dreams to uncover unconscious thoughts and unresolved feelings.

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  • Geriatric Psychology

    A branch of psychology focused on the mental health needs of older adults, including cognitive decline, loss, loneliness, and adjustment to ageing.

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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Personal Development

    The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.

  • Sex Therapy

    Specialised therapy addressing sexual concerns such as low desire, performance anxiety, pain during sex, or mismatched needs between partners.

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Works With:

  • Adults
  • Couples
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • Addiction

    A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.

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  • Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Chronic Illness

    A long-term health condition (e.g., diabetes, autoimmune disease, chronic pain) that persists over time and affects physical, emotional, and social well-being.

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  • Personal Development

    The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.

  • Dream Work

    The exploration of dream content (themes, symbols, and emotions) to gain insight into unconscious feelings, conflicts, and desires.

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  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Sexual Issues

    Difficulties related to sexual functioning, desire, identity, or behaviour that cause distress or interfere with relationships.

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Professional Title:

  • Clinical Psychologist

    An advanced mental health professional trained to assess and treat a wide range of difficulties, from anxiety and depression to trauma and complex conditions.

Credentials

Registrations

Health Professions Council Of South Africa (HPCSA); Board of Health Funders (BHF)

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Qualifications

Nelson Mandela University (NMU)

Service Areas

Private Practice

In-person & Online

Johannesburg, Gauteng

South Africa

Johannesburg, South Africa