At Washington Interventional Psychiatry (WIP), we’re more than just a psychiatric practice. We’re a community of dedicated medical and mental health professionals committed to transforming psychiatric care in Washington, D.C., and the surrounding service area. Our story is one of innovation, collaboration, and unwavering dedication to our patients’ well-being.
WIP’s story begins at Yale, where a chance meeting between Dr. Christopher Raczynski and Dr. Navin Reddy sparked a conversation that would change the course of their lives—and, eventually, the lives of many others. As young psychiatric trainees, they shared a deep frustration with the limitations of traditional mental health care. These initial conversations, filled with both passion and discontent, planted the seeds of a vision that would only grow stronger with time.
As they advanced in their careers, both Dr. Raczynski and Dr. Reddy rose to leadership positions in larger institutions. There, they witnessed the urgent need for a more personalized, effective, and compassionate approach to mental health care. The rigid structures of conventional treatment methods and the impersonal nature of large healthcare systems left them yearning for something different—something better.
Their shared vision was clear: a practice that would prioritize cutting-edge treatments, personalized care, and a supportive, welcoming environment for both clients and clinicians. A practice that would harness the power of technology and research to push the boundaries of mental health care, offering hope to those who had found little success elsewhere.
With this vision in mind, they founded WIP. Today, WIP stands not just as a psychiatric practice, but as a community of clinicians, educators, students and patients that share a belief that mental health care can and should—be transformative. Through their ongoing commitment to innovation and compassion, Drs. Raczynski and Reddy have created a place where patients can find the care they deserve.
Dr. Raczynski brings a multifaceted approach to W.I.P., specializing in child, adult, and forensic psychiatry. A graduate of the University College of Dublin National University School of Medicine, he further honed his skills during adult residency and child and forensic fellowships at Yale University. Dr. Raczynski’s role on the Washington DC Board of Medicine underscores his commitment to elevating psychiatric standards across the region.
Adult Psychiatry and Addiction Specialist
A Mount Sinai and Yale University School of Medicine-trained psychiatrist, Dr. Reddy serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at George Washington and Howard University Hospitals. His expertise lies in treating complex cases, including hard-to-treat depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and substance addiction. Beyond his practice, Dr. Reddy is deeply involved with Capital Clubhouse, Inc., providing mental health care to underserved patients and supporting elderly populations with severe mental illness in nursing homes throughout DC. Dr. Reddy is board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
A Blend of Skilled Mental Health Professionals
At WIP, we’ve assembled a diverse and highly qualified team of mental health experts to provide comprehensive care for our patients of all ages. Our staff includes:
Most of our clinicians are Medical Doctors (MDs) with specialized training in psychiatry. This high concentration of psychiatrists ensures that our patients receive expert psychiatric for their mental health conditions.
Our nursing staff is the backbone of our on site patient care. They’re known for their compassion and ability to make patients feel safe and comfortable. Their expertise is invaluable in providing holistic care and support throughout the treatment process.
These professionals offer various forms of talk therapy, complementing our medical treatments and providing crucial emotional support to our patients.
Our counselors bring additional perspectives and therapeutic approaches, further enhancing our ability to address a wide range of mental health concerns.
At our practice, individualized care and support are the focus of everything we do. To ensure that you receive the best possible experience, we’ve hired and trained a team of highly skilled virtual assistants. These caring professionals have extensive backgrounds in administration, nursing, and insurance, all of which are essential to offering the personalized care you deserve.
Our virtual assistants manage key tasks such as medication refills, insurance communications, scheduling, and onboarding, so you don’t have to worry about navigating these complexities alone. Rest assured, you’ll always speak with a live person who knows you, understands our practice inside and out, and works directly with our doctors. This means you’ll receive prompt, knowledgeable, and compassionate support every time you reach out, allowing us to focus fully on your mental health journey.
What sets our team apart is not just their individual expertise but how they work together. We foster a collaborative environment where different specialties come together to create personalized treatment plans for each patient. This interdisciplinary approach ensures that we’re addressing all aspects of a patient’s mental health, from biological factors to psychological and social considerations.
Patient-Centered, Science-Driven Care
At WIP, we believe in treating the whole person, not just symptoms. Our approach is characterized by:
Our doctors are highly skilled, caring, curious and empathetic, fostering an environment where patients feel heard and understood.
We pride ourselves on being accessible to our patients, offering quick appointments, same-day callbacks, and efficient communication systems.
We work closely with other healthcare providers, ensuring a holistic approach to your mental health.
We stay at the forefront of psychiatric advancements, offering cutting-edge treatments like IV ketamine, Spravato, accelerated and daily TMS that show promise for clients who have tried without success other treatment strategies.
As a thoughtful solution for mental health care, we offer multiple treatment options including oral medications, TMS, accelerated TMS, IV and nasal ketamine all under one roof, all overseen by highly specialized and experienced psychiatrists.
Outcomes matter. Of the patients treated for depression at WIP who participated in outcome measurements, 87% experienced a measurable improvement in their symptoms. In comparison, only 4.6% saw no improvement, and 8.3% reported worsening symptoms. Similarly, for those treated for anxiety, 79% experienced an improvement in symptoms, 11% saw no improvement, and 8.3% experienced worsened symptoms.in
Our dedication to mental health extends beyond our practice walls:
When you choose WIP, you’re not just selecting a psychiatric practice – you’re joining a community dedicated to your mental wellness. Whether you’re dealing with a complex mental health condition, exploring innovative treatments like TMS and Ketamine therapies, or simply seeking guidance, WIP offers:
We invite you to experience how WIP approaches mental health care, where expertise meets compassion and where your journey to better mental health begins.
