Dr. Van Krasnov is a board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist in Santa Monica, CA with a passion for helping families navigate the complexities of mental health. He provides comprehensive, personalized care to children, teens, and young adults, addressing a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges including anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, trauma, and LGBTQ+ mental health concerns.
Dr. Krasnov completed his fellowship in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, where he also served as the Chief of Medical Student Education. In this role, he mentored future physicians and led curriculum development for psychiatry students. His academic and clinical leadership shaped his approach to care: combining evidence-based treatments with deep compassion and an individualized focus on each patient.
Areas Of Expertise
Dr. Van Krasnov provides comprehensive mental health services for children and adolescents in Santa Monica, CA. Our specialized treatment areas include:
Anxiety & Mood Disorders
Offering therapy and medication management for children and teens facing anxiety and depression.
ADHD & Behavioral Challenges
Helping children and families understand ADHD and behavioral struggles with a calm, evidence-based approach that blends behavioral strategies, structure, and — when helpful — medication support.
Learn more in my blog posts on
ADHD and Self-Esteem
and
Treating ADHD: Where to Begin.
LGBTQ+ Affirming Care
Creating a safe, supportive environment for LGBTQ+ youth.
Trauma & PTSD
Trauma-informed care to help young people process difficult experiences and build resilience.
Autism and Neurodivergence
Supporting neurodivergent individuals, including those on the autism spectrum, with personalized treatment plans.
School-Related Challenges
Providing support for school challenges while advocating for the child.
Certifications
Testimonials
"He doesn't talk to me like I'm a kid. It's easy to say what I actually think without it being awkward."
"Dr. Krasnov made my shy teen feel safe and actually start progressing on the issues that she struggled with for years."
"Dr. K doesn't rush to prescribe medications or push one approach over another. He was extremely thorough in understanding the whole picture--what's been tried, what worked and what hasn't. I appreciate that he coordinated with our therapist rather than passing us off. Eventually, my teen chose to continue therapy as well with Dr. K because the trust was so strong."
