Compassionate Therapy for Personal Growth
Collaborative support tailored to your unique journey.
Compassionate Therapy for Personal Growth
Collaborative support tailored to your unique journey.
Why Incite?
The Incite Way
At Incite, we understand that the stigma around therapy has made it difficult for some to seek help. People who have been pathologized, labeled, or minimized may struggle with negative perceptions of therapy. That’s why we’re here- to replace those experiences with positive ones and create a space where healing is possible, empowering, and deeply personal.
Our approach to therapy is rooted in validation, collaboration, and individualization. We believe that everyone has unique experiences and strengths, and we are committed to tailoring our support to meet your specific needs. Our goal is not just to help you heal, but to incite a desire for growth and transformation.
Through thoughtful insight and compassionate guidance, we work with you to identify and address any barriers that may be standing in the way of achieving your goals. Together, we’ll explore your challenges and discover the paths forward that feel most authentic and meaningful to you.
If you're ready to take the first step toward healing, we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Meet Your Therapist
Monti Bush, LICSW, LCSW-C
Founder / Lead Therapist
I’m Monti Bush, and I founded Incite as a response to the stigma often surrounding traditional psychotherapy. I am a native Washingtonian, a mother to twins, and a wife to an Army veteran. I am deeply passionate about working with couples and families because I believe the relationships we build with the people closest to us are foundational to who we are and who we become. This is why I’m especially committed to supporting individuals and families in navigating their unique challenges with compassion and understanding.
I bring a holistic and individualized approach to therapy, drawing from a variety of therapeutic modalities to best support the people I work with. I truly believe that trust, a strong rapport, and unconditional positive regard are at the heart of successful therapy. As someone who has spent much of my own life in therapy, I understand firsthand how transformative the process can be. Therapy is not just a profession for me; it’s a deeply personal and empowering tool that has shaped my own growth and healing.
Though Incite is still in its early stages, I have a clear vision: to transform the way psychotherapy is practiced and experienced. I want to create a space where therapy feels authentic, validating, and accessible—where healing and growth are not only possible, but encouraged.
I hold a Master of Social Work from Howard University, specializing in Direct Practice and Mental Health. My background also includes a degree in Political Science and experience in nursing, which has further shaped my understanding of the complex factors influencing mental health.
I am excited to use Incite as a platform to foster positive change in the mental health field and to help people heal in ways that truly work for them. If you’re ready to begin or continue your own journey, I’d be honored to support you along the way.
Mariah Rivera, LICSW, LCSW-C
Associate Therapist
Born and raised in the DMV, I bring both personal roots and professional dedication to my work as a therapist. I consider myself a devoted mother first, a proud social worker second, and always a lifelong learner committed to advocating for my client's healing and growth.
For more than a decade, I have supported children, individuals, and families across a variety of settings, building a career grounded in advocacy, compassion, and culturally attuned care. I hold both my undergraduate and master’s degrees in social work from institutions in Maryland and Washington,DC, where my passion for client-centered support truly took shape.
During my graduate studies at Howard University, I met Monti Bush, the founder of Incite Therapy, and together we have continued to expand our outreach and impact over the years. Joining the Incite Therapy team is an honor and a meaningful next step in my journey.
I am excited to add EMDR trained to my resume and have an entirely new appreciation for the power we hold to heal our body, mind, and lives. My approach is holistic, authentic, and rooted in the belief that healing is both possible and deeply personal. I am committed to walking alongside clients as they navigate life’s challenges, reconnect with their strengths, and cultivate lasting wellness for themselves and for their families.
"Social workers are helpers, not healers. A core tenet of our practice is the belief that you are the expert in your own life. As clinicians, we share tools and collaborate with you to tailor a set of supports and interventions that best fit your unique needs and goals."
Monti Bush, LICSW, LCSW-C
Our Experience
Anxiety & Stress Management
Anxiety & Stress Management
Anxiety & Stress Management
Develop effective tools to tolerate distress, respond flexibly to stressors, and regain a sense of control and balance.
Mindfulness
Anxiety & Stress Management
Anxiety & Stress Management
Cultivate awareness, reduce automatic reactivity, and develop a more compassionate and balanced relationship with thoughts and emotions.
Depression & Mood Concerns
Anxiety & Stress Management
Life Transitions & Stress Mgmt
Reduce symptoms of depression and support in rebuilding purpose, connection, and emotional balance.
Life Transitions & Stress Mgmt
Life Transitions & Stress Mgmt
Life Transitions & Stress Mgmt
Adapt to life changes with greater clarity, resilience, and emotional balance while maintaining a sense of purpose during periods of transition.
Parenting Support
Life Transitions & Stress Mgmt
Healthy Relationships
Empower caregivers with practical skills, insight, and confidence to create nurturing, structured, and responsive environments that support healthy family development.
Healthy Relationships
Life Transitions & Stress Mgmt
Healthy Relationships
Develop stronger interpersonal skills, foster meaningful connections, and create relationships that support personal growth, emotional safety, and overall well-being.
Grief & Loss
Coping Skills & Emotional Regulation
Self Esteem & Personal Growth
Integrate the experience of loss, adapt to life changes, and gradually find ways to live with meaning, connection, and resilience.
Self Esteem & Personal Growth
Coping Skills & Emotional Regulation
Self Esteem & Personal Growth
Develop a more stable and compassionate sense of self while fostering the confidence, resilience, and motivation needed for ongoing personal growth and wellness.
Coping Skills & Emotional Regulation
Coping Skills & Emotional Regulation
Coping Skills & Emotional Regulation
Develop a flexible set of coping tools that promotes response to emotional challenges with greater awareness, balance, and confidence.
Trauma
Trauma
Coping Skills & Emotional Regulation
Reduce the lasting impact of traumatic experiences, restore a sense of safety and control, and move forward with greater resilience and well-being.
Rates
Individual Session
$150
50 minute session
Extended Individual Session
$175
75 minute session
Couples Session
$200
50 minute session
Extended Couples Session
$250
75 minute session
Family Session
$250
50 minute session
Extended Family Session
$275
75 minute session
*Contact therapist directly for pricing accommodations
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Contact Us
Sessions are virtual (for the time being)--
but we can get creative about getting you what you need 😉!
Hours
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