Narkia M. Ritchie ​LMFT, LLC
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Live with Purpose, Meaning, and Intention

Getting Started In Therapy 

My passion is to help you and your loved one live with purpose, meaning, and intention. To discuss your counseling needs or to set up an appointment to begin the process of therapy, please contact me directly by phone or email.

Please note that making an initial contact with me does not necessarily begin a therapy/counseling relationship. Therapy/counseling begins after the initial evaluation. In your first session the required forms are completed and reviewed. Also at that time we will evaluate this information and assess whether or not I am the appropriate provider for your therapy/counseling needs and if you want to work with me going forward. 

​Growth is a spiral process, doubling back on itself, reassessing and regrouping”
​– Julia Margaret Cameron 


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​Participation in therapy can result in a number of benefits to you. Working towards these benefits requires effort on your part. There is no guarantee that psychotherapy will yield positive or intended results and it is normal to experience some unpleasant feelings from therapy. On the other hand, psychotherapy may help you change your unhealthy or maladaptive thoughts and behaviors and give you more rewarding interpersonal relationships.

Thereafter, our collaboration in addressing your problems will be enhanced by the amount of time and effort you devote to our work outside of our therapy sessions as well as during our appointments. Sessions are usually scheduled on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. To support the busy nature of living in Northern Virginia, I currently offer only weekend appointments. During our sessions, it is important to me that you are forthcoming with feedback about how you are feeling about our work so that we can decide together if changes in your treatment should be made.


Appointments​

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My sessions are offered on Saturdays,
​by appointment only.
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​If you have not scheduled with me before, please contact me 
directly by phone or email.

You can also visit the 
client forms page to review and download the required new client forms and contact me thereafter after for scheduling. 

Have Questions? Schedule a 15 minute Free Consultation
If you have questions or are hesitant about seeking help, I’ll attempt to answer all of your questions about myself and how we might work together, including any concerns you may have about the fee and using your insurance policy. During our phone consultation, we can talk briefly about the issues you or your loved one are struggling with and I will share my thoughts on the matter and briefly describe how I can help.

Symbolism of a Tree

A tree is a symbol of antiquity and immense and enduring strength. A general symbolic meaning of a tree can be interpreted as protection. A widespread symbol of the tree is the tree of life, it's body rooted in earth with its crown dancing in the sky. A tree is symbolic of nurturing energies if it is a fruit bearing tree. More tree symbolism and symbolic meanings of the tree represent...a recovery from illness, ambition or wishes fulfilled, having to do with family, blessings, good fortune, stability, shelter and security. - Presley Love
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  • Home
  • Meet Narkia
  • Services
    • Approaches
    • Mindfulness
    • Relationship Check-Up
    • Virtual Therapy
  • Getting Started
    • Client Forms
    • Fees & Insurance
  • Appointments
  • Contact
    • Weather Policy