Adult Psychiatrist | Interventional Psychiatry
Dr. Ben Taylor is an adult psychiatrist in Washington, DC who treats a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including depression, anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions, and mood disorders. He provides comprehensive psychiatric care, including diagnostic evaluation, medication management, and psychotherapy-informed treatment.
In addition to general psychiatric care, Dr. Taylor has a particular interest in interventional psychiatry, including treatments such as ketamine therapy and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). He works with patients to develop individualized treatment plans that may include medication management, psychotherapy, and when appropriate, interventional treatments.
Dr. Taylor draws on training in psychodynamic psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which informs his understanding of each patient’s history, symptoms, and goals.
He also has a strong interest in the emerging field of psychedelic medicine and its potential role in psychiatry, particularly as research continues to explore new treatment approaches for mood and trauma-related disorders.
Originally from the Boston, Massachusetts area, Dr. Taylor received his undergraduate degree in Biology from American University, graduating magna cum laude. He went on to earn his medical degree from the George Washington University School of Medicine, graduating with honors.
Dr. Taylor completed his psychiatry residency at Georgetown University, where he served as Chief Resident and received an award for excellence in medical student education.
At Washington Interventional Psychiatry, Dr. Taylor works with patients seeking general psychiatric care as well as advanced interventional treatments, as part of a team focused on expanding the role of interventional approaches in modern psychiatric practice