Psicoterapia · Psicanálise online
Online Psychoanalyst and Psychologist for Adults
Online psychoanalytic therapy for adults, in Brazil and abroad.
A space to listen and understand what you are going through and what may need to change.
Schedule an initial consultationMore than 20 years listening to and caring for people through different stages of life.
Online psychologist: how does therapy work?
Online therapy offers a private space to talk about what you are going through, better understand certain situations, and develop different ways of dealing with them.
Sessions take place by video call at a previously arranged time, from a private setting. The work can begin with a specific issue or simply with the sense that something deserves to be understood more carefully. You do not need to arrive knowing exactly what to say or what type of therapy you are looking for.The first conversation can be the place to begin understanding what is happening.
Book your free initial conversationWhen to seek therapy
There is no single reason to see a psychologist. Some people come with a clearly identified difficulty; others simply notice that certain situations, feelings, or ways of relating keep repeating themselves. Therapy can offer a space to work through issues related to:- decisions and periods of change;
- relationships and conflicts;
- experiences of loss or separation;
- professional life and choices;
- situations that seem to repeat themselves;
- difficulty understanding what you are feeling;
- a wish to better understand your own history and yourself.
A first meeting before deciding
The first conversation takes place online, lasts 30 minutes, and is free of charge. It is an opportunity for you to talk about what brought you to therapy, learn about the way I work, and ask any questions about the process. At the end, we can discuss what kind of approach may be most appropriate. There is no commitment to continue.You do not need to prepare what you are going to say or know exactly where to begin.
See available days and timesTwo ways of working
You do not need to choose in advance between individual analysis and brief therapy. The most appropriate approach can be discussed during the first sessions, taking into account the issue you bring and the goals of the work.Individual analysis
A process with no predetermined duration, focused on understanding broader questions related to your history, relationships, choices, and the way you experience and make sense of your life.Brief therapy
A time-limited process, usually lasting between 10 and 16 sessions, focused on a more specific issue or situation. Whether this approach is suitable depends on what emerges during the first sessions, and not every situation is necessarily appropriate for brief therapy.Online therapy in Portuguese, English, and Spanish
Sessions can be held in Portuguese, English, or Spanish. Online therapy is available for adults living in São Paulo, elsewhere in Brazil, or abroad. For people living between different countries or cultural contexts, being able to speak in the language in which certain experiences feel most natural can be particularly important.Physical distance changes the form of the encounter, but it does not determine the depth of the work.
Sessions with Marcos Alencar
I am Marcos Alencar, a psychologist and psychoanalyst. I work with adults in person in São Paulo and online in Brazil and abroad. My practice begins with the uniqueness of each person. Rather than applying predetermined explanations, the work seeks to understand how each experience acquires meaning within the history and relationships of the person speaking. Marcos Alencar · Psychoanalyst and Psychologist · CRP 06/30117 Learn about my background →Initial conversation
If you are considering starting therapy, you do not need to decide now whether you want individual analysis or brief therapy, or even know exactly how to explain what is happening. The first conversation lasts 30 minutes, takes place online, and is free of charge. It gives you the opportunity to talk about what brought you here, learn about the way I work, and consider whether this form of therapy feels right for you. Choose a day and time → Have a question before scheduling? Message me on WhatsApp →Frequently Asked Questions
How are online sessions conducted?
Sessions take place by video call at a previously arranged time. It is important to be in a private setting with a stable internet connection.Do I need to live in São Paulo?
No. Online therapy is available to people living in other cities, states, or countries.Do I need to know what to say during the first conversation?
No. You can simply begin by talking about what led you to seek therapy at this point in your life. Understanding the issue itself can be part of the work.Do I need to choose between individual analysis and brief therapy before scheduling?
No. This decision can be discussed during the first sessions, taking into account the issue you bring and the approach that seems most appropriate.Can sessions be held in another language?
Yes. Sessions can be held in Portuguese, English, or Spanish.How often are the sessions?
Frequency is agreed upon according to the type of therapy and the circumstances of each individual process.What is the fee?
Fees and payment arrangements are discussed during the first conversation, before any decision is made about continuing.Is the first conversation free?
Yes. The initial conversation lasts 30 minutes, takes place online, is free of charge, and does not involve any commitment to continue.Book your free initial conversation
Choose a day and time for a 30-minute online conversation.You do not need to know exactly where to begin. The first conversation can also help you better understand what brought you to therapy and consider whether this work may be right for you.
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Some health insurance plans offer reimbursement for private psychotherapy sessions.
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