Marcos Alves Ribeiro, BACP

Marcos Alves Ribeiro helps people who are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, and issues with self‑esteem. He also supports people dealing with addictions, grief, intimacy concerns, eating difficulties, and the strain of parenting and caregiving. Marcos is comfortable working with LGBT issues and a wide range of relational and identity challenges.

He takes a direct but warm approach in sessions. Conversations are client-led, with Marcos listening first to understand what matters most to the person. He uses practical exercises and straightforward tools to help people notice patterns, try new ways of coping, and take small steps towards change.

Marcos draws on several therapy styles, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, cognitive behavioural methods, and client‑centred work. He mixes these approaches to match the problem and the person, so sessions can include thought work, values clarification, and gentle exploration of past experiences.

His background includes many years working in counselling, teaching and research. Marcos has 23 years of professional experience and is registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP. He is based in the United Kingdom and works in both English and Portuguese.

People can expect clear, down‑to‑earth guidance and practical strategies for everyday life. Marcos aims to help people regain calm, build stronger relationships, and cope better with change and loss.

For those who prefer remote work he offers therapy online by video, phone, chat or messaging. This gives flexibility for people juggling work, family or travel while keeping therapy in step with their day to day life.

Therapy approaches you can use online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while focusing on what matters most to them. It uses mindfulness and values work to help make choices that feel meaningful. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings and behaviours connect and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. Client‑centred therapy provides a supportive, non‑judgemental space where the person leads the pace and focus of sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Marcos will talk with the person about goals and preferences, then suggest ways of working that fit those aims. This collaborative choice means methods can be tried and adjusted as needed during therapy.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat or text‑based messaging to make therapy fit into busy lives. Video is useful when visual contact helps the conversation. Phone sessions can be easier if a shorter check‑in is needed or bandwidth is limited. Live chat and messaging suit brief updates, flexible scheduling or people who prefer written communication. These options make it easier to attend when juggling work, travel or family commitments and can help maintain steady progress over time.