- Client-centered approach
- Solution-focused work
- CBT and mindfulness
About Dallas
Dallas Norman is an LPC with 11 years of clinical experience based in Wisconsin. He works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, grief, and related issues. Dallas also addresses parenting, intimacy questions, career stress, and challenges connected to sexuality and LGBT concerns.
He draws on client-centered and solution-focused methods to help people identify practical next steps. Sessions emphasize straightforward goal-setting and skills people can use between meetings. Dallas uses elements of cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness to help with patterns of thinking and strong emotional reactions.
His background includes work in inpatient and outpatient clinical settings, telehealth, outreach counseling, and roles within multidisciplinary teams. He has experience responding to high-stress situations and providing both short-term and longer-term care. That range informs how he tailors sessions to day-to-day life.
In practice he focuses on clear, concrete actions rather than abstract talk. People work on specific behaviors, communication approaches, and small routines that reduce reactivity. He pairs practical exercises with reflection to help people notice progress.
Dallas aims to make therapy understandable and usable. He helps clients break big problems into manageable parts. Many come to address anger, relationship strain, or overwhelming stress and leave with a simpler plan for next steps.
How his approaches come through in online sessions
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting. The therapist asks open questions and follows what matters most to the person, helping them clarify concerns and priorities. This approach is useful when someone wants a respectful, non-directive place to sort through anger or relationship strain.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) works by identifying patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems going. In practice this means noticing triggers, testing unhelpful beliefs, and practicing different responses. CBT is often used for anxiety, anger, panic, and mood issues because it gives concrete steps to try between meetings.
Motivational interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change. It focuses on small, achievable goals and builds toward sustained action. Solution-focused techniques then translate motivation into short-term plans and measurable steps that reduce reactivity and improve communication.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Dallas will discuss your goals and pick methods that match your needs and preferences. He often combines approaches so the work stays practical and goal oriented.
Session formats are not specified in the profile, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins, and reduce travel time. Therapists can use phone or video when appropriate, which helps people keep regular momentum while managing day-to-day obligations.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Washington, Alaska, Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, grief, parenting and related concerns listed in his profile.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses client-centered work alongside solution-focused techniques, with elements of CBT and mindfulness for practical skills and behavior change.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 11 years of experience working in inpatient and outpatient settings, telehealth, outreach counseling, and multidisciplinary teams.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is an LPC licensed in AK and WI and practices from Wisconsin.
Which languages are sessions offered in and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats does he offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed in the profile.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.