Traumawise

Welcome to Traumawise, a premier counselling and psychotherapy service located in the vibrant city of Fremantle, Western Australia. Our dedicated team is committed to helping individuals recover from life-threatening events, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, anxiety, addiction, chronic pain, and grief and loss.

Led by Cheryl Pratt, an experienced and accredited PACFA counsellor, Traumawise offers a safe and confidential space for healing and transformation. Cheryl's passion for her work is evident in her belief that therapy is a gift and a privilege. With the use of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing), she has witnessed remarkable recoveries and witnessed clients truly reconnecting with themselves and the world around them, embracing a sense of wholeness and vitality.

As your therapist, Cheryl guarantees confidentiality, respect, empathy, and a non-judgmental attitude. She is dedicated to going the extra mile to ensure you receive the support and assistance you need on your healing journey. With 38 years of living in Fremantle and over 21 years of experience as a counsellor, Cheryl's expertise spans a range of settings, including schools, TAFE, and not-for-profit mental health and addiction recovery centers. She is a clinical registrant with the PACFA Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia and a full member of EMDRAA (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing Association of Australia).

In addition to her formal qualifications, Cheryl brings a wealth of life experience to her practice, having worked as a teacher, chaplain, journalist, support worker, therapist, and parent/step-parent. Her own journey as a cancer survivor has deeply influenced her approach to working with others and her perspective on life. Working extensively in the addiction field has also highlighted the pervasive impact of trauma on individuals. Through her training in EMDR, Cheryl has witnessed the profound difference this approach can make, often in a short period of time.

At Traumawise, we believe that healing is a holistic process, and we encourage trauma survivors to explore a range of therapeutic modalities, including yoga, somatic therapies, kinesiology, brain spotting, exercise, art, dramatic therapies, music, and spirituality. Our goal is to support you in finding the combination of therapies and supports that resonate with you, helping you rediscover your sense of wholeness and well-being.

Conveniently located at the Fremantle Therapeutic Centre on Norfolk Street, Traumawise is easily accessible. Cheryl is available on Fridays from 8am to 6pm. To book an appointment or inquire further, please contact us at 0478748942 or email Cherylpratt@westnet.com.au.

Take the first step towards healing and reclaiming your life. Traumawise is here to support you every step of the way.