When you work with Dr. Margarita Krasnova, a board-certified psychiatrist with more than 25 years of clinical experience, you receive care rooted in depth, precision, and genuine human understanding. Treatment here is unhurried, individualized, and grounded in the belief that mental health is shaped by multiple interconnected factors — biological, psychological, relational, and lifestyle-based.

Many patients come to this practice after treatments that helped but did not fully resolve their concerns — medication without psychotherapy, therapy without medical integration, or care that felt rushed and fragmented. Dr. Krasnova's approach reflects decades of experience across academic settings, including USC Keck School of Medicine, community psychiatry, and private practice. Patients work with a clinician who takes time to understand the full picture and create a plan that aligns with their goals, values, and lived experience.

Comprehensive Diagnostic Evaluation

Effective treatment begins with an accurate understanding of your needs. Your initial evaluation includes a detailed exploration of symptoms, medical history, emotional patterns, relationships, sleep, lifestyle factors, and past treatments.

This is not a checklist. It is a thoughtful conversation focused on understanding who you are, what you are experiencing, and what you hope to change. The goal is to clarify diagnoses, explore contributing factors, and develop a treatment direction that feels clear, collaborative, and supportive. By the end of the evaluation, you will have a personalized plan tailored to your clinical needs and long-term well-being.

Medication Management

Medication can be transformative when used wisely and thoughtfully. Dr. Krasnova prescribes with care and precision, drawing from decades of clinical expertise and current research. She typically begins with conservative dosing, monitors closely for benefit and side effects, and adjusts treatment based on your response and preferences.

Medications are never relied upon in isolation; they are one part of a comprehensive treatment plan. Many patients also seek her guidance on safely reducing or discontinuing medications when appropriate, and she approaches this process with the same level of caution, expertise, and respect for your comfort and safety. The goal is balanced, effective treatment — enough support to relieve symptoms and restore functioning without unnecessary medication burden. Learn how psychiatrists safely combine psychotherapy and medication.

Psychotherapy Integrated With Care

Psychotherapy is woven into the fabric of treatment, not separated from it. Dr. Krasnova integrates therapeutic approaches that fit your needs — whether that includes cognitive-behavioral techniques for anxiety and stress, supportive therapy during life transitions, or deeper exploration of relational patterns and emotional experiences.

Conversations about medication naturally include attention to thoughts, emotions, and behavior; therapy sessions naturally consider biological and medical factors. This integrated model allows for a fuller understanding of your experience and supports lasting change. At the heart of treatment is a trusting, respectful therapeutic relationship where you feel heard, understood, and supported. Learn more about how psychiatrists safely combine psychotherapy and medication.

Integrative & Lifestyle-Based Care

Mental health exists within the body, the nervous system, and the rhythms of daily life. As part of care, Dr. Krasnova helps patients optimize foundational areas that influence mood and resilience, including sleep, nutrition, stress physiology, physical activity, and mind-body practices.

Guidance is individualized and evidence-based — not generic wellness advice. Many patients find that improving sleep architecture, nutritional balance, and stress regulation meaningfully enhances treatment outcomes and supports more sustainable emotional health. Integrative care recognizes that wellbeing cannot be separated from physiology, habits, and environment. Learn more about integrative psychiatry.

Ongoing Support and Continuity

Healing is a process, and your needs may evolve over time. Follow-up visits provide space to review progress, consider new challenges, and refine your treatment plan. Sessions are long enough to think together, explore your experience, and adjust treatment without hurry.

Continuity matters. You work with the same physician throughout your care — someone who knows your history, understands your patterns, and is committed to supporting you through periods of improvement, transition, and stability. This relationship-based model offers a level of consistency and attention that is increasingly rare in modern healthcare.

Conditions We Treat

Dr. Krasnova provides comprehensive psychiatric care for a range of adult mental health conditions. Our integrative approach combines evidence-based medication management, psychotherapy, and lifestyle medicine to support lasting recovery and well-being.

Learn more about our approach to specific conditions:

Depression and Mood Disorders — Comprehensive evaluation and treatment for major depression, persistent depressive disorder, and mood-related concerns
Anxiety Disorders and Panic — Evidence-based approaches to generalized anxiety, panic disorder, social anxiety, and chronic stress
ADHD in Adults — Diagnosis and treatment of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, including executive function support

We also treat trauma and PTSD, bipolar spectrum conditions, sleep and stress-related issues, and complex psychiatric presentations. Integrative support for nervous-system regulation, stress, and lifestyle-related concerns is available.

Why Patients Choose This Practice

Patients who choose this practice often value:

Depth over speed — time to think, understand, and treat thoughtfully
Precision over guesswork — decisions grounded in experience and careful assessment
Integration over fragmentation — medical, psychological, and lifestyle factors considered together
Collaboration over directives — your goals and values guide treatment decisions
Continuity over turnover — a long-term professional alliance
Evidence-based innovation — established treatments combined with emerging approaches when appropriate

This approach is well suited for individuals seeking care that is thoughtful, attentive, and rooted in clinical rigor as well as human connection. Hear from patients who have experienced this approach firsthand.

Begin Your Work Here

If this approach resonates with you, we invite you to schedule a consultation. The initial visit is an opportunity to discuss your concerns, understand your goals, and determine whether this clinical partnership feels aligned with your needs.

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