Marcos Alves Ribeiro

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

I am a licensed psychologist/psychotherapist, lecturer and researcher with 22 years of professional experience on helping clients to overcome their psychological issues. Specialist in using person-centered approach, CBT, Positive Psychology and existential counseling to effect change and enhance psychological well-being. Effective communication in English and Portuguese, with a history of success in counseling for emotional distress, anxiety and depression, self-esteem, relationship issues, crisis intervention, couples and group counseling. 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.

Years Experience: 23

Location: United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Accepting New Clients: No

Gender: Male

Accepting international clients: Yes

NPI Number:

Credentials:

Languages Spoken: English, Portuguese

Licenses: BACP #401110 exp 2026-05-11

List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Depression, Addictions, LGBT, Family, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating, Parenting, Anger, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Black therapist, Therapist of color, Male therapist, Gay, Older, Non-religious, Conservative therapist, Liberal therapist

Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp

Therapist of color: Yes

Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

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Marcos Alves Ribeiro

Experienced psychologist blending empathy and evidence

23 years’ experience
Speaks English and Portuguese
CBT and person-centered

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About

Marcos Alves Ribeiro is a licensed psychologist and psychotherapist, lecturer and researcher with 23 years of professional experience helping individuals address and move beyond psychological difficulties.

He specialises in person-centered work, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Positive Psychology and existential counseling to support lasting change and promote psychological well-being.

Marcos communicates effectively in English and Portuguese and has an established record of providing counselling for emotional distress, anxiety and depression, self-esteem concerns, relationship difficulties, crisis intervention, couples work and group counselling.

He is also trained in interventions for major mental health issues and has a strong working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 2010 and the Equality and Diversity Act 2010. His professional practice follows BACP guidelines for confidentiality and privacy.

Location: United Kingdom, United Kingdom

Years Experience: 23

Gender: Male

Languages Spoken: English, Portuguese

Therapist of Color: Yes

Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus: Depression, Relationship, Relationship, Self esteem, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse

Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, Adoption, Aging and geriatric issues, Anger, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, BDSM, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Compulsion, Control issues, Coping with life changes, Dependent personality, Divorce, Domestic violence, Eating, Family, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Foster care, Gambling, Grief, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Kink, LGBT, Life purpose, Men’s issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Non-monogamous relationships, Obsession, OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Parenting, Personality disorders, Phobias, Polyamory, Porn, Post-traumatic stress, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Separation, Sex addiction, Sexual dysfunction, Sexual trauma, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Veterans, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues

Therapeutic approach: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy

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Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp

Currently Accepting New Clients: No

Accepting International Clients: Yes

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Credentials & Verification

Credentials:
NPI Number:
License: BACP #401110 exp 2026-05-11

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How much experience does Marcos Alves Ribeiro have?

Marcos Alves Ribeiro has 23 years of experience in providing therapy services.

In which languages does Marcos Alves Ribeiro provide therapy?

Marcos Alves Ribeiro provides therapy in English and Portuguese.

Where is Marcos Alves Ribeiro located?

Marcos Alves Ribeiro is located in United Kingdom.

How can I work with Marcos Alves Ribeiro as my therapist?

You can work with Marcos Alves Ribeiro by phone, video, live chat or messaging.

Does Marcos Alves Ribeiro work with international clients?

Marcos Alves Ribeiro works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Marcos Alves Ribeiro cost?

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