Understanding and Treating Anxiety: An Integrative Approach by Dr. Margarita Krasnova

Anxiety can be difficult to manage, especially if we overlook the deeper causes behind it. In my practice, I believe that careful, detailed assessments are key. When treating anxiety, I don't just focus on symptoms—I dig into lifestyle factors, stress levels, diet, and sleep patterns. These are crucial pieces of the puzzle that often go unnoticed but can have a significant impact on your mental health.

At times, conventional medicine isn't necessary to find relief. I've found that using natural supplements, or nutraceuticals, such as lavender, chamomile, valerian root, and l-theanine can be a great starting point for some people. These remedies can gently soothe the nervous system and promote calm without the need for prescription medications.

I'm particularly passionate about the role of diet in mental health, especially when working with women who have experienced trauma. An anti-inflammatory diet can make a big difference, helping to reduce the physical stress on the body and improve overall well-being.

By using an integrative approach, I aim to address anxiety holistically—considering not just the mind, but the whole person. This path may take a little more time and attention, but the results can be truly transformative.

Margarita Krasnova, MD

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Dr. Krasnova has been working as a psychiatrist since 1987, with a broad range of experience that includes treating  trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, and psychotic disorders. Although she was trained in psychopharmacology and, as a board-certified psychiatrist, she Is experienced in using a psychopharmacological approach when necessary, her passion has always been to explore beyond medications and to truly understand human behavior and how people respond to different life circumstances.

Throughout her career, Dr. Krasnova has continued to grow by learning various therapeutic approaches—from psychoanalysis to cognitive behavioral therapy, and many others. This journey has shaped her current model of treatment, which she refers to as integrative psychiatry.

In her practice today, Dr. Krasnova focuses on a holistic approach, incorporating lifestyle modifications, stress management, nutritional psychiatry, and natural supplements (nutraceuticals) alongside other essential aspects of daily living.

She works closely with each patient to create a treatment plan tailored to their unique needs because she believes there is no universal solution for everyone. Every patient’s journey is different, and she is grateful to be able to walk that path with them, overcoming obstacles together. Her work brings her great joy, and she feels truly blessed to do what she loves.