Marcos Alves Ribeiro, BACP

Marcos Alves Ribeiro is a counsellor registered with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and has 23 years of professional experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, self-esteem problems, addictions, grief, anger, parenting challenges and related concerns. He speaks English and Portuguese and accepts international clients.

In sessions he uses a mix of practical talking therapies. He draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centred methods and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to help people notice patterns, test new behaviours and manage difficult thoughts and feelings. He also uses Existential and Narrative ideas when people want to make sense of life changes or personal stories.

Marcos tends to focus on clear, doable steps rather than lengthy theory. Conversations aim to identify what keeps problems going and what small changes might reduce distress. He helps people develop coping strategies for daily stress, manage anger that shows up at work or home, and improve communication in relationships.

His background includes lecturing and research alongside clinical practice, and a history of work with emotional distress, crisis situations and couples and group counselling. He is familiar with the Mental Health Act 2010 and the Equality and Diversity Act 2010, and works within BACP standards.

People who choose him often want straightforward, practical sessions that combine talking, reflection and skills practice. Prospective clients should confirm current session options when they arrange a first appointment.

Therapeutic approaches and online sessions