- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship support
- Practical tools
About Dallas
Dallas Bentley is an ACA counsellor with twenty years of experience supporting men’s wellbeing and mental health. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, low mood and relationship difficulties in straightforward, practical ways. Sessions focus on what matters now and on small steps that build confidence and motivation.
Dallas adapts evidence-based approaches to each person’s needs. He uses methods that help spot unhelpful thought patterns, test new behaviours and build values-led goals. Conversations are collaborative and aim to make change feel achievable rather than overwhelming.
He has worked across higher education, government and community settings. That background means he is used to practical problems like juggling work pressures, career decisions and the strain of major life changes. He also supports people dealing with family of origin issues, fatherhood matters, divorce and separation, and coping after disasters.
Dallas pays attention to attachment, abandonment and communication problems that often sit behind relationship pain. He also works with challenges such as codependency, commitment worries, guilt and shame. His style is direct but warm, focusing on building resilience and sustaining progress.
People who meet him can expect clear goals, regular check-ins and tools to use between sessions. He encourages honest conversation about setbacks and keeps the focus on practical ways to improve day-to-day wellbeing.
Approaches that translate to online work
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviours. It works well for anxiety, stress and low mood by giving clear tools to practise between sessions.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take values-led actions despite difficult feelings. It is useful for motivation, commitment worries and building a meaningful routine.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work with each person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences and day-to-day needs. This is a collaborative conversation rather than a one-size-fits-all prescription.
Confirm the current session options before booking as the biography does not list formats. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people keep momentum between in-person appointments and use techniques in the settings where problems occur. When you start, discuss what will suit your schedule and what helps you engage best.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
Australia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
Dallas supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, self-esteem and career concerns. He also focuses on issues like attachment, abandonment, codependency and fatherhood questions.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, collaborative style that aims for clear goals and small, manageable steps. Conversations are straightforward and focused on building skills people can use between sessions.
What experience does he bring?
He has twenty years’ experience working in higher education, government and community settings. That background informs his practical approach to everyday pressures and life transitions.
What credentials does he hold and where is he based?
He is a member of the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) and practices in Australia.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time and works with people located in Australia.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to his availability.