Marcos is a very professional therapist. He knows when to listen and when to talk. He really digs deep and helps find a source of the issues I am facing and gives ideas on how to address those issues effectively. I enjoy working with Marcos and highly recommend him. He has helped me a lot.
Marcos Alves Ribeiro, BACP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Marcos is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Marcos. View 9 reviews
- Speaks English and Portuguese
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in United Kingdom
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Working with Marcos has been a transformative experience, allowing me to delve into and deconstruct long-standing issues that have plagued me for years. His empathetic approach as a therapist has been invaluable, and I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone within my circle without hesitation.
More about Marcos
- 20 years' experience
- Male
- BACP
I am a licensed psychologist/psychotherapist, lecturer and researcher with 20 years of professional experience on helping clients to overcome their psychological issues. Specialist in using person-centred approaches to effect change and enhance psychological well-being. Effective communication in English and portuguese, with a history of success in counselling for emotional distress, anxiety and depression, self-esteem, relationship issues, crisis intervention and group counselling. Also trained in intervention for major mental health issues. Strong knowledge about the Mental Health Act -2010 and Equality and Diversity Act 2010. Professional practice in compliance with BACP guidelines for confidentiality and privacy.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Blended family issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Immigration issues
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Personality disorders
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Licenses
- BACP · United Kingdom · 401110 · Expires May 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Marcos Alves Ribeiro
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Marcos is a very professional therapist. He knows when to listen and when to talk. He really digs deep and helps find a source of the issues I am facing and gives ideas on how to address those issues effectively. I enjoy working with Marcos and highly recommend him. He has helped me a lot.
Working with Marcos has been a transformative experience, allowing me to delve into and deconstruct long-standing issues that have plagued me for years. His empathetic approach as a therapist has been invaluable, and I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone within my circle without hesitation.
Good therapist, listens well, is able to develop and deepen several facets of my issues.
He listens and cares
Marcos was super quick to pick up the issues underlying what I was discussing and provides the perfect balance of listening and advice. Only a couple of sessions in but would definitely recommend him!
Marcos has been an amazing help - with his guidance I am able to dig so much deeper into my past traumas and he helps me to consider life in a new light. He is patient and considerate, I couldn’t recommend him enough!
Marcos has been an excellent therapist. Made me feel at ease from the start, he listens & prompts without ever solutionising. Highly recommend both him and the better help system - it’s easy to use & schedule sessions that can be fitted around my life and commitments. Marcos had provided good guidance and check ins outside the 1-2-1 sessions as well which have been much appreciated
Marcos is professionnal, caring and strikes the perfect balance between letting you speak, bring your own concerns and "material" versus proactivitely offering insights, recaps and suggestions to help you see yourself better, and light up a way forward.
Sessions with Marcos have really helped me understand where some of my actions and behaviours have stemmed from. And also to be more patient with myself and give myself room to grow and work on myself.
Frequently asked questions
Does Marcos Alves Ribeiro offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Marcos Alves Ribeiro works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Marcos Alves Ribeiro speak?
Marcos Alves Ribeiro speaks English and Portuguese.
How many years of experience does Marcos Alves Ribeiro have?
Marcos Alves Ribeiro has 20 years of experience.
Where is Marcos Alves Ribeiro licensed to practice?
Marcos Alves Ribeiro is licensed to practice in the United Kingdom.
Does Marcos Alves Ribeiro accept clients outside of the United Kingdom?
Yes, Marcos Alves Ribeiro accepts clients outside of the United Kingdom.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
How can I communicate with Marcos Alves Ribeiro?
Marcos Alves Ribeiro can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Marcos Alves Ribeiro?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.