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Dr. Kanell is a board-certified psychiatrist practicing in West Los Angeles and remotely in Tennessee. Dr. Kanell's approach balances evidence-based medication with emotionally aware therapy to help you make real change. His goal is to help you live your own life honestly and build the self-reliance to take control of your future and make deep character change.
Dr. Kanell has expertise treating adults with a broad spectrum of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, attention/hyperactivity, obsessions and compulsions, post-traumatic stress disorder, sleep disturbance, anger issues, bipolar disorder, and cognitive disorders.
Take the first step to help. Call or Michael Kanell now - (310) 361-4381

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Los Angeles, CA 90025

(310) 361-4381

Nashville, TN 37212

I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Trauma and PTSD 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (310) 361-4381
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Los Angeles, CA 90025

(310) 361-4381

Nashville, TN 37212

I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Trauma and PTSD 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Payment Methods

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Insurance

  • Out of Network
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Dr. Kanell is not empaneled with any insurance company. He can provide you with a superbill that you may submit to your insurance company.
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Michael Kanell
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (310) 361-4381
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Dr. Kanell is not empaneled with any insurance company. He can provide you with a superbill that you may submit to your insurance company.
Photo of Michael Kanell, Psychiatrist, MD
Michael Kanell
Psychiatrist, MD
or call with questions - (310) 361-4381

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: California / A153023 Michael Kanell
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • UCLA and Greater Los Angeles VA, Graduated 2020
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Tennessee Board of Medical Examiners 68180 / 2023
  • Board Certification by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Membership with The American Academy of Psychiatry and the Law
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Michael Kanell
Psychiatrist, MD
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Michael Kanell
Psychiatrist, MD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (310) 361-4381

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Antisocial Personality
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Medication Management
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Psychosis
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
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Michael Kanell
Psychiatrist, MD
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Michael Kanell
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I've had the pleasure of working with Dr. Kanell and highly recommend him. He is a thoughtful, compassionate psychologist with exceptional expertise in ISTDP. His clinical skill, insight, and dedication to helping patients create lasting change are

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Emotionally Focused
  • Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
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Michael Kanell
Psychiatrist, MD
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Michael Kanell
Psychiatrist, MD
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Location

Primary Location

Los Angeles, CA 90025

(310) 361-4381

Additional Location

Nashville, TN 37212

(310) 361-4381
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Michael Kanell
Psychiatrist, MD
Take the first step to help. Call now - (310) 361-4381
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Michael Kanell
Psychiatrist, MD
Take the first step to help. Call now - (310) 361-4381