Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Todd Crawford, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC arrived at mental health care as someone who understood, personally and deeply, what it means to struggle and to keep searching for a way back to yourself. That firsthand understanding is the foundation of the care he provides every day at Serenity.
Education and Background
Todd’s educational path was shaped by 33 years of active-duty military service with the U.S. Air Force. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the Medical University of South Carolina, then continued his advancement with a master's degree in healthcare administration and a post-master’s certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. His clinical experience spans outpatient private practice and public health settings, including rural Georgia, where he provided psychiatric care to underserved communities. A father and grandfather, Todd has spent decades navigating the kind of real-world stressors, transitions, and relationships that his patients bring through his door, and that lived perspective informs every session.
Care Philosophy
Todd’s practice is built around one core principle: no judgment, ever. He creates an environment where patients feel genuinely free to share their struggles at whatever pace feels right, never pressured to disclose more than they are ready to. He asks a lot of questions and listens actively to the answers, understanding that when patients feel safe enough to speak openly, much of the work of understanding them is already done. At the same time, he is unafraid to gently challenge patients to push a little beyond their comfort zone, because he believes that meaningful change lives just outside it. His goal, every time, is to help patients find their way back to their best self.
Personal Interests
Todd has embraced Arizona with the same curiosity he brings to most things. He loves the state’s diverse landscapes and takes full advantage of the year-round opportunities for outdoor adventure. He is a proud Diamondbacks fan and enjoys catching games in downtown Phoenix. He is someone who never stops learning and rarely limits himself to just one interest. Animals, nature, history, sporting events, and whatever new thing catches his attention are all fair game. When volunteer opportunities arise, he takes them, having found that giving back tends to be among the most rewarding things a person can do.
What to Expect
In your first session with Todd, expect to be welcomed, asked questions, and given the space to answer them honestly and at your own pace. He treats patients the way he would want to be treated if the roles were reversed, with warmth, respect, and a genuine investment in where you are headed. He is easy to work with, direct when it matters, and firmly in your corner. If something is not working, you will figure it out together. That is the promise he makes to every patient who walks through his door.