Dr. Linda G. Ritchie, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D., LPC, LMFT, Certified Hypnotherapist
In-Person in Fairfax, VA 22031
Online in Virginia
I provide professional, results-oriented counseling for individuals, couples, and families who are seeking meaningful, lasting change. My work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and clinical hypnosis, and is enhanced by the integration of approaches such as Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT/tapping), Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). This combination allows me to address both the conscious and unconscious patterns that influence how you think, feel, and respond—often producing more efficient and impactful results.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I also specialize in working with couples and families to improve communication, resolve conflict, and rebuild connection. My approach is structured, collaborative, and focused on helping you move forward with clarity, confidence, and a greater sense of control in your life and relationships.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Group, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Teen
Demographic Expertise: Military / Veterans clients.
Treatment Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Family Systems Therapy Looks at problems within the context of the family as a whole. It aims to improve communication and balance in family relationships.
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy Based on decades of research, this method gives couples tools to improve communication, manage conflict, and strengthen intimacy.
- Hypnotherapy Uses guided relaxation and focus to access the subconscious mind. It is often used for habits, anxiety, and pain management.
- Imago Relationship Therapy Helps couples understand how childhood experiences influence adult relationships. It teaches communication techniques to deepen connection.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
Approach Description: I work closely with clients to set goals and create specific plans to work past problems and realize happier, more fulfilled lives. I use a direct and personable approach and find that clients can achieve both short and long-term lifestyle adjustments without long-term counseling
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee $225
- Out of Network
- Because I spent 23 years as a military office I want to serve that population and am an approved provider for TRICARE
Education & Credentials
Dr. Linda G. Ritchie, Ph.D. Ph.D., LPC, LMFT, Certified Hypnotherapist
- Female
- License # 0717001121; 0701004007
- Licensed in Virginia
- Practicing Since 1999
Education: Ph.D. in Psychology from Capella University; Masters Degree in Psychology, Marriage, Family & Child Emphasis from Chapman University, Bachelors of Arts Degree in Mass Communications and Spanish from East Tennessee State University.
Dr. Linda G. Ritchie, Ph.D. Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Fairfax, VA 22031
- Available Online for residents of Virginia
- Online Therapy Details: HIPPA compliant video system
I specialize in clinical hypnosis, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and marriage counseling, providing a results-oriented, integrative approach for individuals and couples seeking meaningful, lasting change. Many clients come to me because they feel stuck in patterns they understand but cannot seem to change. By combining CBT—an evidence-based, structured approach—with clinical hypnosis, we are able to work at both the conscious and unconscious levels, helping to shift not only how you think, but how you automatically respond.
CBT is widely recognized as the treatment of choice for anxiety, panic, depression, and related concerns. It is focused, goal-oriented, and designed to produce measurable results through skill-building, guided practice, and ongoing progress tracking. Clinical hypnosis enhances this process by helping to reduce reactivity, strengthen new patterns, and make change feel more natural and automatic rather than effortful.
In addition to individual work, I specialize in marriage counseling, using research-based methods of communication, conflict resolution, and trust-building to help couples reconnect and strengthen their relationship. The focus is not just on resolving problems, but on creating a way of interacting that allows couples to stay connected—even during difficult conversations.
When appropriate, I also integrate techniques from Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT/tapping) to further support change at a deeper level. This comprehensive approach allows me to tailor the work to your specific needs and often leads to more efficient, lasting results.