Dan Benton Online Counsellor and Coach

Dan Benton

Building Self Confidence. In Person or Online Counsellor.

Dan is a seasoned coach and counsellor with nearly 20 years of experience in guiding individuals and couples towards meaningful transformation. His work spans diverse age groups and issues, from teenagers navigating adolescence to pensioners seeking renewed purpose. Dan has worked extensively with clients facing domestic violence, depression, anxiety, addictions, and more, providing a compassionate and supportive environment for overcoming these challenges.

Dan’s expertise in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, alongside his certification in Relationship and Couples Therapy from the Sydney Family Therapy Training Institute, makes him uniquely equipped to help couples enhance their emotional connection and navigate conflict constructively. His approach emphasises improving communication, resolving gridlocked issues, and fostering shared meaning within relationships.

Dan also has a strong focus on helping individuals break free from addictions and destructive habits, offering support in rebuilding healthier lives. His holistic approach integrates mind, body, and spirit, encouraging a balanced lifestyle that promotes both mental and physical well-being.

In addition to his work with anxiety, Dan specialises in supporting individuals dealing with sexual trauma. He provides a safe, non-judgemental space for clients to explore and heal from past traumas, guiding them toward recovery and healthier relationships. Dan understands the complexity of these issues and offers sensitive, personalised care to help clients reclaim their sense of self and well-being.

Dan’s passion lies in empowering individuals to build self-esteem and confidence, believing deeply in the potential within every person. He has helped clients make profound life changes through a holistic approach that integrates both mind and body well-being. His services extend to supporting clients through fitness and weight loss journeys, partnering with leading bariatric surgeons to offer counselling for emotional eating and post-surgery adjustment.

Dan also specialises in managing anxiety, helping clients reframe their perspectives through evidence-based techniques. He creates a safe space for clients to explore anxiety triggers and develop lasting coping strategies, fostering both mental health improvement and personal growth.

With a strong business background, Dan has successfully coached CEOs and professionals, blending personal development with career mentoring. His unique experience allows him to bridge the gap between personal challenges and professional success, offering tailored guidance to help individuals thrive both personally and professionally.

Dan’s philosophy is rooted in the belief that a healthy mind and body are key to living a fulfilling life. Whether you’re looking for individual counselling, relationship support, help breaking destructive habits, or a partner in your fitness journey, Dan offers personalised strategies designed to help you achieve lasting change.

Available

In Person

Video Call

Online Chat



Dan’s Approach

Areas

  • Anxiety

  • Depression

  • Bariatric clients

  • Self Belief

  • Gambling

  • Addiction

  • Confidence

  • Identity

  • Trauma

  • Relationship Counselling


Skills

  • Solution Focus Therapy

  • Goal Setting

  • Motiovational Interviewing

  • Person Centred

  • Understanding emotional eating

  • Business/Life Coaching

  • LGBTQI+

  • Fitness/Weight Loss



Scheduling Policies

Prioritising pre-appointment details.

At Orange Counselling and Coaching, we emphasise the significance of pre-appointment details. Our dedicated team recognises the pivotal role that preparation plays in ensuring your appointments are tailored to meet your specific needs and goals. By prioritising the details before your session, we aim to provide you with a personalised and effective counselling and coaching experience

Thoughtful Cancellation Policies

At Orange Counselling and Coaching, we utilise scheduling to minimise no-show cancellations. Our cancellation policy safeguards your appointment time. Please review and agree to it when booking.

Convenient Payment Policies

At Orange Counselling and Coaching, we want to make your experience as hassle-free as possible. Our payment policies encompass important details, including deposit information, fees related to no- shows, cancellations, and late arrivals, as well as accepted payment methods.