About Dr. Krasnova

Professional Background

Dr. Margarita Krasnova is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in adult integrative psychiatry. With a commitment to treating the whole person, she combines traditional psychiatric approaches with evidence-based integrative and holistic treatments.

Work Experience

• 2022 - present Psychiatry Relief Position, San Pedro Clinic, DMH
• 2021 - 2022 Staff psychiatrist, Community Psychiatry
• 2017 - 2021 Staff psychiatrist, Hollywood Clinic, DMH
• 2012 - 2018 Adjunct Clinical Professor of Psychiatry, USC, Keck School of Medicine
• 2009 - present Private Practice, Los Angeles, CA
• 2008 - 2017 Staff Psychiatrist, VA LAACC Downtown, Los Angeles
• 1992 - 1994 Staff Psychiatrist, research fellow, Serbsky National Center of Forensic Psychiatry, Moscow, Russia
• 1989 - 1992 Staff Psychiatrist, Central Hospital of Internal Affairs of the USSR, Moscow, Russia
• 1987 - 1989 Staff Psychiatrist, Moscow State Psychiatric Hospital, Moscow, Russia

Education & Training

Russian State Medical University
Graduated as Physician-Pediatrician, June 1986

Psychiatric Residency
Maine Medical Center, Portland, ME
Residency training in psychiatry

Licensure & Board Certification

• Russia, NV #582191, 7/30/1986, Unrestricted
• Medical Board of California, #A 100645, 7/30/09 – current
• BCLS up-to-date
• Diplomate of Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 01/2011
• National Board of Physicians and Surgeons
• Integrative Psychiatry Institute
• Nutritional Certification program

Philosophy of Care

Dr. Krasnova believes that optimal mental health is achieved through a comprehensive approach that addresses biological, psychological, social, and lifestyle factors. She takes time to understand each patient's unique circumstances, goals, and preferences, creating personalized treatment plans that respect the whole person.

Her integrative approach recognizes that medications, when appropriate, can be powerful tools, but they work best when combined with psychotherapy, lifestyle modifications, nutrition optimization, stress management, and other complementary approaches.

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Areas of Focus

• Depression and loss of motivation (Depression & Mood Disorders)
• Anxiety, chronic stress, and panic (Anxiety Disorders)
• Bipolar spectrum and mood instability (Bipolar Disorders)
• Trauma and post-traumatic stress (PTSD & Trauma-Related Disorders)
• Difficulty with focus and attention (ADHD / Attention Difficulties)
• Psychosis and complex psychiatric conditions (Psychotic Disorders)
• Lifestyle-centered psychiatric care (Lifestyle Medicine)

Practice Location

Dr. Krasnova practices in Los Angeles, California, serving adults throughout the greater Los Angeles area. Her office is conveniently located at 3255 W. Cahuenga Blvd, #208, Los Angeles, CA 90068.