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When life becomes complex, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.

Whether it’s financial pressure, family breakdown, or uncertainty about what to do next, most people aren’t lacking options, they’re lacking clarity, calm, and someone to talk it through with.

Direct Counsel Australia exists to provide that starting point.

The service is entirely free. Blind-funded by a nationwide network of mental health professionals, accountants, lawyers, finance brokers, and insolvency practitioners who appreciate the need for free personalised support in an ever-changing, increasingly complex world.

About Adam Dawson

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Bachelor of Education.

Graduate Certificate in Counselling.

Supporting people through complex, unfamiliar situations since 2015.

Adam's work sits at the intersection of mental health, financial stress, and family dynamics — areas where people are often forced to make important decisions while under pressure.

Having experienced his own periods of overwhelm, including financial strain and family challenges, Adam understands how quickly situations can escalate when there’s no clear guidance or steady support.

His approach is simple: slow things down, reduce pressure, and help people see their situation clearly, so they can move forward with confidence.

Testimonials

Good Afternoon Adam

I just wanted to say thank you 🙏 for listening today, honestly just to know people like you exist gave me greater strength to keep going and believe in myself. 

I will keep you updated with my journey 

Thanking you!

Natalie

February 2025

Hi Adam

I wanted too start too say your an angel and alot of people need your kindness.

Milad

March 2025

Hi Adam, 

Thanks for your nice message and talked with me on the phone. 

Peter

April 2025

Thankyou so much Adam for helping me out 

I feel bit good after talking to you thankyou so much 

Dilpreet

May 2025

Hi Adam

Thank you so much for putting my mind at ease and for all of your support.

I look forward to moving forward from this situation.

Kind Regards

Amanda

May 2025

Hi Adam,

Thank you so much for your advice today mate. I really appreciate your time It has put our families mind at ease.  Thanks for your referral and hope I can get the situation sorted. This is such a good service. 

Mathew

May 2025

Good morning, Adam,

I sincerely appreciate your email and the time you took to speak with me over the phone, I’m very grateful for your support.

I appreciate your assistance and look forward to staying in touch.

Kind regards,

Julia

May 2025

Good afternoon Adam,

Thanks for you phone call today. 

Just give me a bit of relieve.

Kind regards 

Apakuki

June 2025

Adam,

Thank you so so much for your understanding and empathy today .

Just discussing my life over the last 6 years was a weight off my shoulders today and the comfort in knowing that I have you on my side is priceless.

I will stay in contact as discussed .( you are a bloody legend Adam).

In great appreciation,

Rob

Septemeber 2025

Hi Adam,

Thankyou for reaching out, TBH, I had no idea of this service but think it’s a great initiative and hope you’re well-funded so you can make a difference for the people that need it.

Thanks again and hopefully we don’t need to speak again any time soon, nothing personal 😊

Simon

November 2025

Dear Adam,

Thank you for your kind and considered support.

Anthony

January 2026

I can’t thank you enough Adam.

James

March 2026

Good morning Adam,

Thank you for making contact and offering various forms of assistance, and possible guidance.

Kind regards,

Mark

June 2026

Contact

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Address

c/o Stanford Chase. Level 35, Tower One, International Towers 100 Barangaroo Ave, Barangaroo NSW 2000

Phone

+61 414 560 167

Email

adam@dcau.com.au

ABN

37743953493