Our Team

At Rubie Rubie, we’re proud to have a team of five dedicated writers from all walks of life. Each brings their own unique perspective, shaped by their personal journeys and experiences. All our writers have been exploring the fields of psychology and spirituality, weaving these insights into their work to provide thoughtful, meaningful guidance. From navigating career changes to understanding relationships and personal growth, they offer a beautiful blend of wisdom, practical advice, and heartfelt stories to help you find inspiration and connection, no matter where you are on your path.

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Rubie Le’Faine Rubie Le’Faine is the founder of Rubie Rubie, a writer specialising in emotional well-being and relationship psychology. She holds a Level 3 Certificate in Counselling Skills and has spent 8+ years studying attachment theory and CBT principles — combining formal training with deep personal experience of relationship rebuilding and identity recovery in her 30s. Her writing is grounded in research and centred on the reader’s genuine wellbeing. Read more about Rubie Le’Faine →
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Arlyn Parker Arlyn Parker is a wellness writer with MBSR practitioner training and a certification in positive psychology from an accredited UK provider. With 6+ years as a holistic health coach working with clients navigating anxiety and burnout, Arlyn writes practical, evidence-informed strategies for real people in complicated lives. Her own burnout recovery in her late 20s is the lived foundation of her work. Read more about Arlyn Parker →
Gracie Holland, relationship expert providing practical life hacks for building friendships and joyful everyday traditions.
Gracie Webb Gracie Webb holds a first-class BSc in Psychology and spent 4 years as a research assistant in a CBT clinical setting — observing first-hand the gap between what people know and what they actually do. With 7+ years researching behavioural change, plus her own lived experience of relationship recovery and personal therapy, Gracie writes with both intellectual rigour and genuine personal honesty. Read more about Gracie Webb →
Jack Rylie, writer and contributor
Jack Rylie Jack Rylie holds a PG Certificate in the Psychology of Mental Health and has contributed to UK mental health awareness campaigns. After navigating a career change and relationship breakdown in his early 30s, he spent two years in psychotherapy — an experience that deeply informs his writing on resilience, identity, and emotional rebuilding. He writes with the conviction that honest male vulnerability is the foundation of genuine strength. Read more about Jack Rylie →
Cassandra Simpson - Relationships and Wellbeing Writer at Rubie Rubie
Cassandra Simpson Cassandra Simpson is a relationships and wellbeing writer at Rubie Rubie, where she covers the complexities of love, identity, and emotional recovery. With a background in gender studies and a deep interest in the psychology of relationships, she writes with the belief that honest, compassionate conversation about hard things is how we stop suffering alone. Her work has resonated with thousands of women navigating the aftermath of difficult relationships. Read more about Cassandra Simpson →

About Rubie Rubie

Our Mission

We believe that real personal growth doesn't require expensive seminars or complicated theories. It starts with understanding yourself better.

Rubie Rubie exists to be a warm, honest companion on your journey — translating insights from psychology, spirituality, and lived experience into advice people can actually use.

That means we focus on:

  • turning timeless ideas into practical, everyday tools
  • writing with heart and honesty — never hype
  • helping you think clearly about relationships, emotions, and personal growth
  • encouraging self-awareness, compassion, and meaningful change

How Rubie Rubie Started

Rubie Rubie began as a personal project — Rubie's way of making sense of the big, beautiful, messy questions of life: love, identity, growth, and what it means to truly know yourself.

Like a lot of people, Rubie went through periods of feeling stuck — searching for clarity, craving connection, and looking for guidance that actually felt real. What helped wasn't grand advice or quick fixes, but a steady return to the basics: honesty, self-reflection, emotional maturity, and learning how to show up for yourself and others.

Over time, Rubie Rubie grew into a community. More voices joined — each writer bringing their own story, expertise, and warmth to the table. The goal has never changed: publish content that's grounded, useful, and genuinely human.

Our Editorial Standards

There's a lot of content online that looks confident but isn't careful. We take a different approach.

When we publish, we aim for:

  • Clarity over hype — simple language, direct ideas, no manufactured urgency
  • Practical usefulness — the takeaway should be something you can apply in your real life
  • Responsible guidance — especially around relationships, mental well-being, and emotional health
  • Respect for sources — we reference research, reputable publications, and real-world experience when they meaningfully improve an article
  • Ongoing improvement — older posts may be updated for accuracy, clarity, and relevance

Important note: Rubie Rubie provides educational content and personal development guidance. It is not a substitute for professional medical, psychological, or legal advice.

What We Cover

Relationships & Love
From navigating heartbreak to building deeper connections — honest, empathetic writing about the relationships that shape us.

Personal Growth
Practical tools and insights for becoming the best version of yourself — at your own pace, in your own way.

Mental Well-Being
Thoughtful guidance on emotional health, boundaries, self-care, and finding calm in a busy world.

Spirituality & Meaning
Exploring life's bigger questions — purpose, connection, and what it means to live with intention.

Everyday Life
Warm, relatable advice for navigating the real stuff — work, family, friendships, and the beautiful chaos of daily living.

Ownership & Contact

Rubie Rubie is independently owned and operated, based in Surrey, United Kingdom.

If you have questions, feedback, or partnership enquiries, you can reach us at contact@rubierubie.com.

Corrections

If you notice an error or outdated information, please email us with the page URL and what needs correcting. We review and update content when necessary.

Read our Editorial Guidelines