Avance Psicólogos - barrio Salamanca

What Avance Psicólogos - barrio Salamanca does

Avance Psicólogos is a privately-held psychology center headquartered in Madrid, Spain, founded approximately 25 years ago and led by founder-director Laura Palomares Pérez, a registered general health psychologist and sexologist. The firm operates two physical centers in Madrid's upscale Salamanca district (Calle Alcalá 165, five therapy rooms) and Chamberí district (Calle Rafael Calvo 42, seven therapy rooms), complemented by online therapy sessions delivered via WhatsApp video call, effectively extending service reach nationwide. Its core product is individual psychotherapy, offered alongside couples therapy, child (3-12) and adolescent (13-17) therapy, anxiety and depression specialty programs, sexological therapy, psychiatric consultation, and corporate psychology services, all delivered by collaborating registered health psychologists using an integrative evidence-based approach aligned with APA, NICE, and WHO guidelines (CBT, EMDR, systemic therapy, ACT, mindfulness).

The company employs a direct-to-consumer go-to-market model: prospective patients initiate contact via phone, WhatsApp, web form, or direct booking and are offered a free 15-minute video consultation to assess fit before therapist assignment. Revenue is generated on a per-session basis (€53 online individual, €62+ in-person individual, €75 couple therapy) with optional discounted 4-session bundles (€240), and the firm does not contract with health insurers but provides invoices for patient reimbursement. Marketing is multi-channel, combining educational content, organic social media, SEO, and substantial earned media across major Spanish press and television (El País, El Mundo, ABC, Telecinco, La Sexta, Antena 3), supported by a 4.9/5 Google rating with 260+ verified patient reviews and multiple industry awards (Cordón de Oro al Mérito Sanitario, Medalla de Oro por la Excelencia Profesional, Estrella de Oro, COP honorary mention). The firm is registered as a licensed healthcare center with the Community of Madrid (registrations CS15783 and CS18199).

Avance has served more than 15,000 patients cumulatively over its 25+ year history. The operating model is that of a small, founder-led professional services firm rather than a venture-backed scale business: no external funding, no disclosed parent company, no proprietary technology platform beyond standard video calling, and no mobile app. Strategic moves in recent years have focused on incremental service-line diversification (online therapy, psychiatry, corporate psychology, bundles) and a second physical location, consistent with mature, stable expansion rather than aggressive scaling.

Name

Avance Psicólogos - barrio Salamanca

Legal name

Avance Psicólogos

Website

https://avancepsicologos.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Avance Psicólogos is a Madrid-based private psychology center operating two clinics (Salamanca and Chamberí districts) plus online therapy, serving individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and corporate clients with evidence-based psychotherapy, psychiatry, and sexology services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mental Health and Psychological Therapy Services

NAICS

Offices of Mental Health Practitioners (except Physicians) (621330), Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers (62142), Offices of Physicians, Mental Health Specialists (621112)

SIC

Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093), Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Outpatient Mental Health Clinics & Counseling Centers (HLAFACAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Psychiatry & Medication Management Platforms (HLALAEAB)

Keywords

• Psychology services
• Mental health therapy
• Couples therapy
• Child adolescent psychology
• Online psychological counseling

Headquarters

HQ city

Madrid

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Psychotherapy sessions: Revenue from individual therapy sessions (online and in-person), couple therapy, and psychiatric consultations. Session-based recurring revenue model with package options (4-session bundles).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Avance Psicólogos is a Madrid-based psychology center that delivers individual and couples psychotherapy sessions, child and adolescent therapy, specialty services (anxiety, depression, self-esteem, sexology), and psychiatric consultations. Sessions are offered in-person at two Madrid centers (Salamanca and Chamberí) and online via WhatsApp-based video calls, supported by a free 15-minute initial consultation to match patients with the appropriate registered general health psychologist.

Product overview

Avance Psicólogos operates as a psychology and mental health center with two physical locations in Madrid's Salamanca and Chamberí neighborhoods, offering a comprehensive portfolio of therapeutic services. The core offering consists of in-person and online individual psychotherapy sessions, supplemented by specialized services including couples therapy, child and adolescent therapy, anxiety and depression treatment, sexological therapy, psychiatric consultation, and corporate psychology. The company employs an integrative approach combining multiple evidence-based therapeutic modalities (Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Systemic Therapy, Gestalt, and third-generation therapies) delivered by a team of registered general health psychologists. A free initial 15-minute video consultation enables prospective patients to evaluate therapeutic fit before committing to ongoing treatment. Session formats include in-person at either Madrid center, online via video call, or a hybrid combination, with pricing ranging from 53 EUR for online individual sessions to 75 EUR for in-person couples therapy, and discounted multi-session packages available.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• In-person psychological therapy (Terapia Psicológica Presencial) In-person psychological therapy sessions delivered at the center's two Madrid locations (Salamanca and Chamberí) in private therapy rooms by registered general health psychologists. Aimed at adults seeking face-to-face psychotherapy in Madrid.
• Online therapy (Terapia Online) Remote psychological therapy sessions delivered via video call, allowing patients to receive professional mental health support from any location while maintaining the same service quality as in-person sessions. Aimed at individuals who cannot attend in-person sessions.
• Couples therapy (Terapia de Pareja) Couples therapy sessions focused on improving communication, resolving conflicts, rebuilding trust after infidelity, and strengthening emotional connection between partners, available in both in-person and online formats.
• Child therapy (Terapia Infantil, 3-12 years) Play-based psychological therapy for children aged 3-12, using play, drawing, and symbolic activities to help young children express emotions and develop new emotional and behavioral skills.
• Adolescent therapy (Terapia para Adolescentes, 13-17 years) Psychological therapy specifically designed for teenagers addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, academic stress, identity development, family conflicts, and peer relationships.
• Anxiety therapy (Terapia para la Ansiedad) Specialized treatment for anxiety disorders including panic attacks, generalized anxiety, social anxiety, phobias, and stress-related conditions, utilizing evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
• Depression therapy (Terapia para la Depresión) Treatment for depression and mood disorders, helping patients understand and manage symptoms of sadness, lack of motivation, energy loss, and emotional emptiness through personalized therapeutic interventions.
• Sexological therapy (Terapia Sexológica) Sexological therapy addressing sexual and intimacy concerns including sexual dysfunction, relationship intimacy issues, sexual orientation, gender identity (LGBTQ+), and sexual education.
• Psychiatric consultation (Consulta Psiquiátrica) Psychiatric evaluation and medical treatment services provided by credentialed psychiatrists, including medication assessment and prescription when clinically indicated, available in-person and online.
• Corporate psychology (Psicología para Empresas) Corporate psychology services including workplace mental health support, burnout prevention, stress management, and team well-being programs for organizations.
• Self-esteem therapy (Terapia para la Autoestima) Specialized therapy for patients experiencing low self-esteem and persistent self-doubt, supporting personal growth and confidence-building through evidence-based therapeutic approaches.

Quantifiable outcome

• More than 15,000 patients helped over 25+ years
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Top Doctors: Spain-based premium online directory for booking specialist consultations, including psychologists and psychiatrists. Comparable as a patient-acquisition channel and a competitor for premium positioning in the Madrid market.
• Psious: B Barcelona-based mental health platform using virtual reality for anxiety, phobias, and trauma therapy. Comparable in being a Spanish tech-forward mental health player, though differentiated by its VR modality versus Avance's traditional talk therapy.
• Doctoralia (DocPlanner): Barcelona-based online healthcare marketplace where patients find and book psychologists and psychiatrists in Spain. Competes indirectly by aggregating Avance's potential patients onto a single discovery and booking platform, particularly for the Madrid catchment.

Direct peers

• Mindler: Sweden-founded digital mental health platform offering online therapy sessions across Spain and Europe. Direct competitor to Avance's online therapy offering with structured digital onboarding, fixed per-session pricing, and a multi-therapist marketplace model.
• BetterHelp: US-based online therapy platform serving Spanish-speaking clients globally. Competes head-on with Avance's online therapy line on accessibility, subscription pricing, and broad therapist matching, including couples and adolescent therapy categories.

Broad incumbents

• Adeslas (SegurCaixa Adeslas): One of Spain's largest private health insurers with psychology and psychiatry coverage included in many plans. Competes via insurance-paid services that shift patients from out-of-pocket clinics like Avance to network providers.
• Teladoc Health: Global telehealth incumbent operating in multiple languages including Spanish. Provides online therapy and psychiatry services in Spain through enterprise contracts with insurers and employers, competing for Avance's corporate psychology segment.
• DKV España: Spanish health insurer offering psychology benefits via its affiliated clinic network and online therapy. Indirectly competes with Avance by leveraging insurance coverage to bundle mental health into broader health plans.
• Hospital Quirónsalud (mental health unit): Spain's largest private hospital group, including psychiatric and psychology services across Madrid facilities. Competes indirectly by offering higher-acuity and insurance-covered mental health care that Avance refers out to.
• Sanitas (Bupa Spain): Major Spanish private health insurer (Bupa) with integrated psychology and psychiatry services covered under its health plans. Competes with Avance through insurance-bundled care, driving volume away from out-of-pocket clinics.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/infoAvance
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCX98Dz11rcZ6EeD-vIcboFg
• Facebookfacebook.com/avancepsicologosmadrid
• Instagraminstagram.com/avancepsicologos
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/avance-psiclogos-06534482

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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