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Marcos Alves Ribeiro, BACP

Calm, practical support for anxiety and relationships

23 years in practice · based in United Kingdom · sessions in English, Portuguese · online sessions

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About Marcos

Marcos Alves Ribeiro is a counsellor who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationships, low self-esteem and depression. He also supports those dealing with trauma, addiction, grief, intimacy-related concerns and compassion fatigue. He works in English and Portuguese and practises from the United Kingdom.

Marcos uses straightforward, person-focused conversations to help people notice what matters to them. He draws on cognitive behavioural ideas to spot unhelpful thought patterns and on acceptance and commitment ideas to clarify values and practical steps.

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Background and approach

Sessions aim to be collaborative and goal-focused, with the pace set by the person seeking help. He has more than two decades of experience in clinical and academic settings. That background informs a practical approach to common problems such as anxiety, low mood and relationship strain.

Marcos also brings experience with more complex themes like attachment and identity concerns. People can expect a variety of ways to work through issues. Narrative techniques are used to reframe difficult stories, and existential ideas help people face big life questions and choices.

The emphasis is on everyday language and achievable strategies rather than jargon. Marcos is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, which is recorded as a credential. He accepts international clients and offers several remote session formats to suit different needs and schedules.

How Marcos blends approaches for online care

Marcos draws on cognitive behavioural therapy to help people identify thought and behaviour patterns that keep problems going and then try small changes to test new ways of coping. He also uses acceptance and commitment therapy to help people clarify what matters to them and take committed steps towards those values even when feelings are difficult. Narrative therapy is used to help people tell a different story about themselves and reduce the power of painful memories or labels.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Marcos treats the choice of methods as collaborative and tailored. He will discuss what seems most helpful, adjust methods as work progresses, and invite feedback so the sessions match the person’s goals and preferences.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging. Video calls suit fuller conversations and visual cues, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging allow brief, flexible contact across the week and can fit around busy schedules. These options make it easier to attend appointments from different locations and at varied times, supporting continuity of care for people with travel, work or family constraints.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does Marcos commonly help with?
He supports people experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship strain, grief and trauma. He also works with issues such as addiction, intimacy-related problems and compassion fatigue.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is straightforward and collaborative, with person-centred conversations. Sessions focus on practical steps and clarifying values rather than technical language.
What experience does he bring to therapy?
He brings 23 years of professional experience in clinical and academic roles. That experience includes work with emotional distress, anxiety, depression and relationship issues.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practises from the United Kingdom and is listed with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese.
What session formats are available online?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat and text-based messaging as remote formats. These allow flexibility for different schedules and preferences.
How are fees and payment arranged?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability and are charged through a subscription model. The subscription can be cancelled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on therapist availability.

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Experience
23 years
Licensed
Languages
English, Portuguese

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