Rusne Fokiene , BACP

Rusne Fokiene is an integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor who blends practical training with a compassionate, person-centered approach. She holds a BSc in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), the professional body for counsellors and psychotherapists in the United Kingdom. Drawing on her academic background and clinical experience, she offers tailored support for stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, self-esteem, and major life transitions.

Before establishing her private counselling practice, Rusne spent four years working in the voluntary sector, providing counselling to people from diverse backgrounds. During that period she supported clients facing substance misuse, depression, emotional trauma, and bereavement, which deepened her understanding of how early life experiences can influence adult patterns of emotion and behaviour. These formative years contributed to her empathetic, nonjudgmental style and informed her interest in attachment and abandonment issues.

Her work is dynamic and experiential, combining mindfulness practices with elements of core process psychotherapy to help clients slow down, notice bodily sensations, and explore inner experience. Sessions are adaptable to each person - whether someone seeks short-term guidance or longer-term exploration - and are regularly reviewed to ensure therapy remains aligned with the client’s goals. Rusne creates a supportive space for clients to develop insight, resilience, and practical skills for lasting change.

Integrative approaches and online sessions

Rusne commonly draws on mindfulness-based techniques to help clients develop awareness of their thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations. This gentle approach supports coping with anxiety, stress, and difficulties related to self-esteem by cultivating present-moment attention and practical tools for emotional regulation.

She also incorporates elements of core process psychotherapy, which invites exploration of internal experiences and relational patterns. This method can be useful for working through attachment issues, grief, and deeper emotional wounds by helping clients notice recurring patterns and build new ways of relating to themselves and others.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Rusne works with each person to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adapting methods over time so therapy remains relevant and effective for the individual.

Online therapy with Rusne is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and communication styles. These options make it easier to access regular support from licensed professionals without needing to travel, and allow clients to choose the format that best fits their life and needs.