Rasa Motiejune Systemic Family and Couple Psychotherapist BSc, PgDip, MSc Specialising in intensive couples therapy designed to deepen connection and transform relationships.

I am a UKCP-registered Family and Systemic Psychotherapist with a clinical career that began in the NHS in 2007. Since then, I’ve worked across a wide range of mental health settings, supporting individuals, couples, and families navigating complex psychological challenges. My experience spans acute services, community teams, and specialist clinics, giving me a deep understanding of the relational and systemic factors that shape wellbeing.

At the heart of my practice is a belief that life is a continuous dance. Sometimes we dance alone—moving to our own rhythm, shaped by personal history, values, and inner experiences. At other times, we dance with others: partners, children, parents, colleagues, even strangers in passing. These relational movements—fluid, tense, joyful, or uncertain—form the choreography of our lives.

When psychological distress, trauma, or life transitions interrupt this dance, we may feel out of step, disconnected, or overwhelmed. Therapy offers a space to pause, reflect, and reorient. It’s an invitation to "learn to dance again"—alone, with your partner, or within your family system. Whether you're seeking clarity, healing, or reconnection, I aim to support you with warmth, curiosity, and respect for your unique journey.

My approach is collaborative and grounded in systemic thinking. I pay close attention to context, culture, neurodiversity, and the patterns that emerge within relationships. I believe in the power of honest dialogue, emotional safety, and shared meaning-making. Together, we can explore what’s been lost, what’s still possible, and how to move forward with intention.

"Learn to dance again" - alone, with your partner or in your family. 

I am an integrative therapist, offering: 

Individual Therapy using ideas from the Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Systemic and Family Psychotherapy. 

Trauma - Focused Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, which is a first line treatment, as suggested by the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) for people who have PTSD or symptoms of PTSD post experiencing a trauma.

Family and Couples Therapy using ideas from the Systemic and Family Therapy schools. I am particularly interested in Attachment Narrative Therapy (ANT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) approaches which both stress the importance of strong attachment and bonding in any relationship. 

Family Therapy Treatment for Eating Disorders (FT-AN, FT-BN), where family is seen as a resource in the recovery from an eating disorder or difficulties. 

The Maudsley Model of Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for Adult (MANTRA), which aims to address the cognitive, emotional, relational and biological factors which can maintain anorexia, by supporting individuals with finding alternative and healthy coping mechanisms.   

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT-T) - CBT-T is a ten session therapy for adults and adolescents with non-underweight eating disorders (including bulimia nervosa, atypical anorexia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, and others).

I can certainly work with you to help you find your rhythm again. 

I look forward to meeting you. 

Rasa

~ MSc  Family Therapy at Institute  of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, Kings College London.

~ PgDip Systemic Family Practice (CYP IAPT) at Reading University.

~ BSc (Hons) Mental Health Nursing at University of West London,

~ Family Therapy for Child and Adolescent Eating Disorders (FT-AN / FT BN) at South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLAM).

~ Multi-Family Therapy for Eating Disorders (MFT) at South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLAM).

~ The Maudsley model of Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for adults (MANTRA) at South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLAM). 

- The Maudsley model of Anorexia Nervosa treatment for Adults (MANTRA) Supervisors course at South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust (SLAM)

~ Attachment Based Family Therapy training. 

~ Family enstragement;

~ Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)  at International EFT School.

~ Gottman Method Couples Therapy Training - Level 1.

~ Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT).

~ Trauma - Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TFCBT).

I am registered with the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP) and Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). Also I am a member of the Association of Family Therapy (AFT).

I am fully insured, hold Enhanced DBS and attend regular individual and group supervision. 

I have experience in working with LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent people and embrace working with people from different cultures and diverse backgrounds.