Marcos Alves Ribeiro, BACP
Calm, practical support for midlife change
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- Person-centred focus
- CBT tools when useful
- Speaks English and Portuguese
About Marcos
Marcos Alves Ribeiro offers support for people facing midlife transitions, stress, anxiety, relationship strain and low self-esteem. He also helps with depression, grief, addictions and coping with major life changes. Marcos speaks English and Portuguese and brings 23 years of clinical experience to his work.
He uses a straightforward, person-centred style that focuses on what matters to each individual. Sessions are practical and conversational. Marcos draws on cognitive behavioural ideas when helpful to spot unhelpful thinking patterns and to try small, manageable changes.
He often weaves acceptance and commitment ideas into conversations about values and meaning. Narrative and existential perspectives are used to look at life stories and the choices people face in midlife. The focus is on making sense of current struggles and finding ways to move forward.
Marcos trained and practised as a psychologist and psychotherapist and follows the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, guidance. His background includes lecturing and research alongside direct clinical work, which informs a reflective and evidence-aware practice.
People come to him for help with relationship difficulties, intimacy-related issues, parenting strain, codependency, body image and issues connected to ageing. He also supports those managing compassion fatigue, trauma and complex attachment concerns. Work is tailored to the person's aims and pace.
To begin, a short matching questionnaire is used to pair a person with an appropriate therapist and then sessions are scheduled according to availability. Fees vary with location and the service uses a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
He uses a straightforward, person-centred style that focuses on what matters to each individual. Sessions are practical and conversational. Marcos draws on cognitive behavioural ideas when helpful to spot unhelpful thinking patterns and to try small, manageable changes.
He often weaves acceptance and commitment ideas into conversations about values and meaning. Narrative and existential perspectives are used to look at life stories and the choices people face in midlife. The focus is on making sense of current struggles and finding ways to move forward.
Marcos trained and practised as a psychologist and psychotherapist and follows the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, guidance. His background includes lecturing and research alongside direct clinical work, which informs a reflective and evidence-aware practice.
People come to him for help with relationship difficulties, intimacy-related issues, parenting strain, codependency, body image and issues connected to ageing. He also supports those managing compassion fatigue, trauma and complex attachment concerns. Work is tailored to the person's aims and pace.
To begin, a short matching questionnaire is used to pair a person with an appropriate therapist and then sessions are scheduled according to availability. Fees vary with location and the service uses a subscription that can be cancelled at any time.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic Therapy
Experience
23+ years
Credentials
United Kingdom
Languages
English, Portuguese
Approaches that guide online work and midlife conversations
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people name what matters most to them and practice small actions that match those values. It is often used for stress, anxiety and life changes. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, CBT, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings and behaviours and helps people try concrete steps to reduce distress and change unhelpful patterns. Client-Centred Therapy emphasises a respectful, non-judgemental conversation where the person sets the pace and priorities.Choosing the best approach is a joint effort. The therapist will talk with the person about their goals and preferences, try different ideas, and adjust the plan as work progresses. It is common to combine elements of these methods to fit what the person finds most useful.
The original profile does not list specific online session formats, so confirm the available options before booking. Online therapy can help fit counselling into busy schedules, reduce travel time and make it easier to keep regular appointments. It can also allow shorter check-ins when needed, or sessions without video if that suits someone better. Registered or accredited professionals and therapists can work with people across locations, which supports international clients as indicated in the profile.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Marcos help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy difficulties, grief, addictions and midlife transitions among other concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He adopts a person-centred, conversational style that is practical and goal-focused while working at each person's pace.
What is his clinical background?
He trained and practised as a psychologist and psychotherapist, has lectured and researched, and brings 23 years of experience to clinical work.
What credential or professional registration does he hold?
He is associated with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, BACP, as stated in his profile.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Portuguese, and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and payment handled?
Fees vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be cancelled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.