Laura Turner – Perinatal Psychotherapist | Cloud Psychology
Laura is the resident perinatal expert at Cloud Psychological Services, where she brings over a decade of experience and expertise in supporting families and individuals through the profound transitions of parenthood. As a person-centred psychotherapist, Laura has worked in both private practice and community settings across Sydney and the Sutherland Shire. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master’s in Psychotherapy and Counselling, and specialises in the perinatal period—helping mothers, partners, and families navigate the emotional, relational, and psychological changes that accompany the journey into parenthood.
At Cloud Psychological Services, Laura offers tailored support to individuals and families, ensuring they receive the guidance they need to manage the complexities of becoming parents. Her role as a perinatal expert is particularly valuable as she helps clients address the unique challenges that arise during this life-changing time, offering a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore their emotions and experiences.
In addition to her specialised knowledge of the perinatal period, Laura’s extensive experience working with children allows her to provide integrated support for parents navigating any child-related challenges. Together, they create strategies to address behaviours and foster healthier parent-child relationships, supporting families through difficult times with empathy and understanding.
Areas Laura can help with include:
- Navigating the emotional challenges of pregnancy and the postpartum period
- Managing anxiety, depression, and stress related to parenthood
- Supporting partners in adjusting to the changes that come with becoming parents
- Fostering healthy attachment and bonding between parents and babies
- Addressing birth trauma and its emotional impact on mothers and families
- Supporting parents through the challenges of infant and child development
- Managing relationship dynamics and communication within the family
- Helping parents build confidence and resilience in their parenting journey
- Providing guidance on the mental and emotional aspects of the transition to parenthood
Laura integrates a range of therapeutic approaches—including person-centred therapy, expressive therapies, somatic psychotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and attachment-based approaches—to help clients build resilience and deepen their understanding of themselves.
As a trained Postpartum Doula, Laura also brings a holistic approach to her work, offering emotional and physical support to families through the transformative experience of becoming parents. Whether it’s your first child or your fourth, Laura is dedicated to helping families thrive during this major life transition.