Alexandra RubenisACA

Alexandra Rubenis is an ACA counsellor practising in Australia who supports people through difficult life moments. She brings three years of experience and a calm, respectful presence to sessions. Alexandra aims to listen closely and help people feel seen when stress, anxiety or low mood make life harder.

She works with a range of concerns including relationship strain, trauma and abuse, anger, depression and general stress. Alexandra also pays attention to issues such as abandonment, attachment difficulties, body image, codependency, communication problems and feelings of emptiness. She notes experience supporting people with intellectual disability and autistic traits, and those facing multicultural challenges.

Her style is practical and collaborative. Alexandra uses empathy and acceptance as a starting point, then helps people identify small, manageable steps toward change. Sessions focus on building coping skills, clearer communication and greater emotional awareness rather than quick fixes.

People can expect a steady, paced approach that respects their timing. Alexandra aims to help clients find calm, clarity and increased resilience through consistent work together. She encourages honesty about goals and tailors each session to what the person needs most.

If someone is unsure where to begin, Alexandra invites them to describe what feels most urgent. She supports planning achievable actions and checking progress over time rather than promising instant solutions.

How evidence-based techniques can work online

Alexandra describes her practice as grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques that help people manage strong emotions and improve relationships. One commonly used approach focuses on building coping skills and emotional regulation to reduce stress and anxiety; this involves learning simple strategies to notice feelings and respond differently. Another approach centres on improving attachment and communication patterns, helping people understand relationship dynamics and practise clearer, kinder ways of connecting.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Alexandra collaborates with each person to identify goals, try suitable strategies and adjust the plan as progress is made. She encourages open feedback so the approach fits the person's needs and pace.

Practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy day and reducing travel time, which can make regular appointments easier to keep. Online work can also allow shorter check-ins when needed, or flexibility around work and family commitments. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking to ensure they align with your needs.