Dr Damien Howard
Principal Psychologist
Working in the Northern Territory since the 1980s, with a long-standing interest in hearing, communication and…
The myth of the phoenix
There was only ever one phoenix at any time. At the end of its life it builds a fire, is burnt to ashes and rises from the ashes to begin a new life. The myth has long been a metaphor of recovery and renewal. For us the myth represents the individuality of people, as well as the capacity to move forward after facing adversity. Being based in Darwin, our logo also alludes to the tropical environment. At the end of the dry season, fires are lit to clean and rejuvenate the land. When the dry grass is alight kites and other birds hover overhead watching for small animals fleeing the fire. This represents the potential for opportunity in adversity. Our offices are at 1 Phoenix St.## Our ServicesPhoenix Consulting is a general psychology practice operating in Darwin, Australia. As well as dealing with general psychological issues (such as anxiety, depression, relationships) we have some specific interests and expertise that are outlined on the Consultancy page. There you will also find links to a number of resources we have developed in these areas.
We provide counselling through Medicare (where there is a partial rebate available for the cost of services ) and ATAPS (where counselling is provided at no cost to clients referred through to this scheme by their GP). We also provide phone and Skype based mental health services at no cost to people living in the Katherine region who are referred by their GP. (Have page link to Katherine phone and Skype services).[### Psychology Practice
Phoenix Consulting is a general psychology practice operating in Darwin, Australia. As well as dealing with general psychological issues (such as anxiety, depression, relationships) we have some specific interests and expertise that are outlined in these pages.](/psychology-practice/)[### Resources
We have developed a range of resources in areas of our specific interests and expertise. Look at these pages to see our eBooks, videos, Apps.](/resources/)[### Consultancy
Phoenix has conducted consultancy and research and developed areas of specific expertise.](/consultancy-and-special-interests/)[### NDIS Provider
Damien is a NDIS provider and specialises in working with Individuals with multiple complex disabilities, especially those who are deaf or hard of hearing. When working with Deaf Indigenous people he works with Jody Barney – a deaf Indigenous consultant.](/home/ndis-provider/)### Face to Face
If you are attending a face-to-face appointment with Dr Damien Howard at Phoenix Street, his wife Mai—who is also the office administrator—will greet you at the door and guide you to the consulting room.
Mai has been profoundly deaf since birth and communicates using sign language. She will gesture for you to follow her.
Please note that due to mobility challenges, Damien is unable to meet you at the door himself.## Our other websites### Good4Kids### Lookafterkidsears### Eartroubles### Phoenixtraining
What we do
Phoenix Consulting is a general psychology practice operating in Darwin. As well as general psychological issues such as anxiety, depression and relationships, we have specific interests and expertise set out on the projects and training pages, along with the resources we have developed in those areas.
Our other websites
Our purpose
A general psychology practice in Darwin, which also undertakes consultancy and resource development in its areas of expertise.
Professional standards
- All psychologists registered with AHPRA
- Members of the Australian Psychological Society
- Registrars and provisional psychologists work under board-approved supervision
- All clinical work reviewed at a fortnightly clinical meeting
- An approved supervised training site
Talk to us first
Not sure whether we are the right service, or which clinician would suit? Give us a ring and we will talk it through before you book anything.