- Person-centred focus
- Evidence-informed methods
- Speaks English and Portuguese
About Marcos
Marcos Alves Ribeiro helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties. He also supports those dealing with trauma and abuse, addiction, grief, self-esteem and intimacy-related problems. Marcos speaks English and Portuguese and has 23 years of experience working in the United Kingdom.
He uses straightforward, person-focused work in sessions. Conversations centre on what matters to the client now. Marcos draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, existential and narrative approaches to help people notice patterns and try new choices.
Sessions are practical and conversational. He helps people name difficult feelings, spot unhelpful reactions and plan small changes that fit daily life. Marcos pays attention to how life stories shape current struggles and looks for ways to rebuild meaning and purpose.
His background combines clinical practice with teaching and research. He follows the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy guidelines, and he has experience with crisis intervention, couples and group work as described in his biography.
People often come with concerns around codependency, attachment and communication problems. Marcos aims to make therapy a collaborative process where the person sets the pace and priorities. To begin, people are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
Therapeutic approaches for online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It supports identifying personal values and taking small committed steps toward those values, which can help with anxiety, low mood and codependency. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings and actions. It offers clear strategies to test unhelpful beliefs and build more helpful habits, useful for anxiety, depression and stress. Client-Centred Therapy places the person's experience at the heart of the work and relies on empathic, non-directive listening to help people find their own solutions.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Marcos works collaboratively with each person to decide which methods suit their situation, goals and preferences. He adapts techniques from these approaches rather than using one fixed method, and adjusts the pace to what feels manageable.
If you are considering online therapy, check the current session options before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Some clients find telephone or video helpful when they want a quieter setting or less screen time; others prefer a fuller, longer session. Discussing practical needs and goals helps match the session style to everyday life.
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Experience
23+ years
Credentials
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Languages
English, Portuguese
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Marcos help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy difficulties, trauma and abuse, addiction, grief, self-esteem and related issues such as codependency and attachment problems.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are conversational and person-centred, with practical steps and reflection. The work focuses on what the client wants to change and on small, achievable actions.
How much experience does he have?
He has 23 years of professional experience that includes clinical practice, lecturing and research in the United Kingdom.
What credentials and location are on record?
He is listed with the BACP and practices in the United Kingdom.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese, and Marcos can work with clients internationally.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
Profile details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. Credential and registration rules differ between the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia.