A safe space to heal, nurture and grow

Somatic Psychotherapist and Holistic Counsellor

At Jemma Doak Somatic Therapy and Holistic Counselling in Perth, I specialise in holistic therapy for navigating life’s transitions including; career change, divorce, relationship issues, grief and loss, fertility, pregnancy, birth, trauma, peri-menopause and beyond.


Drawing upon methods from somatic therapy, somatic EMDR, holistic counselling, nervous system regulation and mindfulness, I offer compassionate support and tools to heal emotional wounds, find balance, and empower you during these pivotal life stages. I guide you towards finding clarity, resilience, and emotional well-being, supporting you at every stage of you and your family’s journey.

Areas of Support

  • Individual Therapy and Counselling

    A safe, nurturing space to explore emotions, break unhelpful patterns, and find clarity. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, grieving or stuck, these sessions help you heal, grow, and move forward with greater ease and self-understanding.

  • Couples, Relationship and Family Therapy and Counselling

    Navigate relationship challenges with support and guidance. Improve communication, deepen understanding, and strengthen your bond—whether you're facing conflict, life changes, grieving, infidelity or seeking a more fulfilling connection.

  • Holistic Fertility, Pregnancy and Birth Support

    Compassionate support through fertility, pregnancy, and birth. Reduce stress, process past experiences, and feel empowered with emotional and holistic tools for a connected, confident journey into motherhood and parenting.

  • Women’s Life Transitions Support

    Support for life’s pivotal moments—pregnancy, loss, grief, menopause, divorce or personal transformation. These sessions provide a safe space to process emotions, rediscover yourself, and step forward with clarity, resilience, and ease.

A Compassionate Guide for Your Journey.

Hi, I’m Jemma.

Life’s challenges can feel overwhelming, and finding the right path to healing isn’t always clear. You don’t have to figure it out alone—I’m here to help you feel safe, seen, supported, and understood.

For over 20 years, I’ve helped women find the understanding and tools to heal deep emotional wounds, regulate their nervous systems, and reconnect with their true selves. My expertise in Somatic and Process-Oriented Psychotherapy, Somatic EMDR, trauma therapy, mindfulness, and Pre- and Perinatal Psychotherapy allows me to gently guide you toward a life that feels more aligned, balanced, and fulfilling.

I use a holistic, scientific and body-centred approach to healing—one that goes beyond talking and helps you truly feel safe in your body again. Whether you're working through past trauma, navigating a major life transition, or simply longing to feel more at ease in yourself, I help you gently uncover and release the deeper patterns that are keeping you stuck. Together, we’ll explore how your body, emotions, and nervous system work in harmony to support lasting healing.

 Find the Right Support for You

Whatever you're going through, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Choose the statement that resonates most, and I’ll guide you to the support that fits your needs.

What is somatic/body oriented psychotherapy?

  • “I felt very welcomed and comforted. Anxiety was gone or very low after a session. It is a safe space to confront any deeper issues and you can open up to a woman who is like minded and experienced. I always felt strong and more secure after a session with Jemma. Grounded and balanced. I would recommend her sessions to anyone who wants to go deeper and work on themselves.” Britta

  • “I love coming to a session and safely opening up the playground of life with you, exploring what it is that is causing chaos and how to nurture and calm my system. I never know what to expect or where it will go - and that is the beauty of a session. The rawness and unpredictability allows for gentle challenge and growth. The practical guidance and personalised experience offered - it is very unique, unlike any other healing session I’ve previously experienced.” Amy

  • “I loved the way Jemma was able to flow with whatever came up yet was always prepared and ready based on my previous session and feedback. I liked the way we used different techniques - meditation, body senses, essential oils and I loved the tapping. I explored and released self limiting beliefs. I gained certainty and clarity on my next steps forward. I found an inner voice and trusted my own guidance and timing. I gained energy and excitement for the next chapter without the hustle. I found a new way of being.” Amanda

  • “I appreciate the compassion you show and the wisdom you share. My sessions seem to declutter my mind and bring forth the important information for me to process and work through. I feel like there’s a lot of dot joining that goes one during each session. Every session has been so unique and tailored to my individual needs on that day, and I’ve never left feeling heavier than when I walked in… always lighter and more grounded/filled with love. My husband loves the way I return after a session!” Amy

  • “Jemma is an amazing therapist, coach and healer. Together with Jemma I explored big dreams and big blocks that were holding me back. Jemma's style of session is intuitive, impactful and powerful and she combines her various methods to provide a unique tailored session based on what you need most. Jemma provides a safe, comforting place to explore whatever area of your life or yourself you may want to shift, peel back the layers and rediscover the truth of your innate power.” Amanda

  • “The presence that you create is soothing, calming and comforting which brought me a feeling of ease and an ability to comfortably be open and honest during sessions and conversations. I value having someone who i feel comfortable to talk to honestly and truthfully about the world and life. You have helped me reflect on my experiences, what I hold value of and what I want to see change.” Gabby

  • “My jade egg coaching with Jemma was powerful, sacred and beautiful. Jemma is very wise and her wisdom and perspective holds potent medicine. I feel more connected to my body, sexuality and sensuality. My sexual energy is supercharged! And I have a growing discernment in my intimate relationships”. Karen

  • “The meditation at the beginning of the day resulted in me feeling a sense of connectedness to something outside of myself and to all women in the world. Honoring of the feminine and connection with other women supported this. The tapping was really useful and the yoga and meditation grounding and softening.” Claire

  • “Your wisdom, perspective and the sense of total support for me and my well-being. Feeling so supported and valued as a woman. Being deeply listened to. The wisdom that you hold and share. Greater connection to my body, sensuality and more discernment in my romantic / intimate relationships. Enhancement / deepening of my sexual energy. The transformations / elevation I experienced has been amazing! “ Karen

  • I have had the pleasure of working with Jemma across some years. I have found her sessions to be most valuable, always shifting energies quickly and effectively. I have been astounded at how gently things come to the surface and dissolve. Many of these issues I have worked on for years in counselling only to have them return to my life. With Jemma’s skills and intuition, permanent shifts are made. I can’t recommend Jemma highly enough not only for her knowledge and expertise but also her ability to hold a safe and encouraging space. Thank you Jemma. We are lucky to have you working in our midst.” Helen

  • Jemma’s hypnobirthing course was an incredible experience for my partner and me as we prepare for our first baby. We started with little knowledge, but Jemma’s passion, expertise, and support made all the difference. The course goes beyond meditation and relaxation—it teaches how to bond with your baby, understand the labor process, and create a calm birth experience. We loved the strong focus on partner involvement and now feel confident, informed, and empowered. We highly recommend Jemma to anyone expecting! Jess & Morgan

  • My partner and I recently finished our hypnobirthing course with Jemma and we couldn’t speak more highly of her and the course. We learnt so much about not only hypnobirthing but education around being pregnant, labour, birth and the over all experience for myself, my partner and our baby. I feel much more confident now and am not fearful of the experience, more so excited to go through it and feel ready and comfortable with the process that we have chosen. Jemma talked through everything really thoroughly with us both and created a great environment that we looked forward to each session. We would highly recommend her as an educator and really enjoyed our experience! Jenna & Rob

Qualifications and Memberships

  • Somatic EMDR — The Embody Lab

  • Prenatal and Perinatal educator program — Association for Prenatal and Perinatal Psychology and Health (APPPAH)

  • HypnoBirthing educator training — HypnoBirthing International

  • Graduate Diploma Trauma Informed Processwork Psychotherapy — Pathways Psychology Institute

  • Lifelong student of Chinese ‘internal’ martial arts and Daoist development systems of Xingyi chuan, Bagua zhang and Tai Chi chaun, and the original Daoist nei gong under Dr Roy Jenzen

  • Love and Relationship Coach — Life Transitions Specialty / Vita Coaching - Layla Martin

  • Jade Egg Coach / Vita Coaching — Layla Martin

  • Clinical Emotional Freedom Technique Practitioner — EFT Universe

  • Somatic Experience —Level 1 Somatic Experience International

  • The Rhythm of Regulation — Polyvagal Theory  Foundation I / Deb Dana 

  • Trauma First Aid — Awakening the Ordinary Miracle of Healing with Dr. Peter Levine

  • Contemporary Somatic Psychology: Research & Applications — Dr. Chris Walling

  • Movement For Trauma Level 1 — Jane Clapp

  • Functional Flow and Yin Yoga Teacher Training 200hr — Spanda School 

  • Hatha Yoga Method and Meditation Teacher 500 hour — Kookaburra Yoga

  • The Complete Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness Training for Mindfulness Practitioners — David Treleaven

  • Traumatic Stress and Breath — Jane Clapp and Jennifer Snowdon

  • Diploma of Shiatsu Therapy — Shiatsu School of WA

  • Psychotherapist and Counsellors Federation of Australia registered Certified Practising 31394

  • APPPAH Member (The Association for Prenatal & Perinatal Psychology & Health)

  • HypnoBirthing Institute - Educator Membership