Van Krasnov, M.D.


Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

Located in Santa Monica,

serving patients in Malibu

Dr. Van Krasnov, Child Psychiatrist in Santa Monica serving families in Malibu

Meet Dr. K

Dr. Van Krasnov is a board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist 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.

Many families from Malibu visit Dr. Krasnov’s practice for accessible, compassionate psychiatric care just a short drive away.

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.

Dr. Krasnov offers specialized care for children and adolescents dealing with anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral issues, autism spectrum disorders, and trauma-related conditions, as well as providing affirming support for LGBTQ+ youth and their families.


Areas Of Expertise

Dr. Van Krasnov provides comprehensive mental health services for children and adolescents in Malibu, CA. Our specialized treatment areas include:


Certifications


Medical Degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School – Dr. Van Krasnov, Child Psychiatrist in Malibu and Los Angeles Fellowship in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital – Dr. Van Krasnov, Child Psychiatrist in Malibu and Los Angeles Pre-Medical Program at University of Southern California – Dr. Van Krasnov, Child Psychiatrist in Santa Monica serving Malibu

Local Resources for Malibu Families

In addition to our psychiatric services, Malibu families may find these community resources helpful:

Malibu Pier – symbol of the community served by Dr. Van Krasnov, Child Psychiatrist near Malibu