urban sense wellness clinic

Naturopath • Herbalist • Women’s Health Specialist

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I'm Cheryl Penna, a degree-qualified Naturopath and Medical Herbalist with over 20+ years of clinical experience. I’m passionate about helping women achieve optimal health—especially during the significant hormonal transitions from perimenopause to post-menopause.

 

With a Bachelor of Health Science in Herbal and Nutritional Medicine from SSNT Melbourne and additional training across functional, environmental, and integrative medicine, I bring together the best of traditional wisdom and modern science.

 

My practice is grounded in evidence-based natural medicine, tailored to support your body’s unique needs.

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Founder of Urban Sense – Your Partner in Wellness

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Urban Sense is my independent wellness practice, where I offer personalised, one-on-one care in the areas of:

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• Hormonal balance and menopause support

• Stress adaptation and adrenal support

• Immune resilience and energy

• Skin health and graceful ageing

• Longevity and healthy weight management

 

I believe in empowering you with knowledge and practical strategies so you can feel more in control of your health, your hormones, and your future.

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Skin Health From the Inside Out

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My love for skin health led me to study Corneotherapy, a science-based skincare methodology focused on restoring the skin’s natural barrier.

 

I combine this skin-deep approach with internal naturopathic support to help you achieve healthier, stronger, more radiant skin—especially during midlife, when hormonal shifts can lead to dryness, sensitivity, or inflammation.

 

Author. Educator. Advocate for Women’s Wellness.

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I'm the author of Fertility Fitness and the Optimal Fat Loss Program, both available as digital E Books on this website. I’ve also led programs and spoken on topics from hormonal health to healthy ageing, always with a focus on realistic, personalised solutions that make a lasting difference.

 

Practice Details

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After nearly 20 years running my own clinic in Northcote, I relocated in early 2023 to a boutique wellness space in Clifton Hill.

 

Consultations are available in-person or online every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy) – SSNT Melbourne

• Certification as a Menopause Lifestyle Practitioner – MyMT™

• Certificate in Ayurvedic Medicine

• Certificate in Environmental & Nutritional Medicine – ACNEM

• Certification in Anti-Ageing Medicine – A5M 

• Certificate in Natural Fertility Education

• Diploma in Aromatherapy & Regenerative Skincare

 

Areas of Speciality

• Women’s Health & Hormonal Balance

• Perimenopause & Menopause change

• Adrenal-Thyroid Stress Syndrome

• Genetic Profiling for Personalised Treatment

• Weight Loss & Sustainable Healthy Eating

 

Professional Memberships

• Member – National Herbalists Association of Australia (NHAA)

• Member – IAC International Association for Corneotherapy