Dr. ERIE S. Crawford, LSW
Dr. Erie S. Crawford, LSW, is a distinguished author and seasoned professional. She is a business psychologist with over 25 years of experience in social work. Dedicated to understanding and enhancing human behavior, Dr. Crawford seamlessly integrates the principles of psychology with the compassionate practice of social work, making her a leading authority in the field.
As an experienced social worker, Dr. Crawford has devoted decades to empowering individuals, families, and communities, fostering resilience, and facilitating healing in diverse settings. Her insightfulness combines a trauma-informed approach with profound empathy for those she serves. She addresses complex challenges with compassion and expertise.
Dr. Crawford earned a PhD in Organizational Leadership to enable organizations to cultivate healthier work environments, boost employee well-being, and optimize performance. She also earned a Bachelor's and Master's degree from Loyola University Chicago School of Social Work. Dr. Crawford's commitment to education and advocacy extends beyond her writing. She speaks at conferences, leads small classes, and mentors future generations of social workers.
In 2019, Dr. Crawford experienced the devasting loss of her husband to suicide. Inspiring her to write her book "The Other Side of Midnight: A journey to healing spouses and loved ones affected by suicide." Her work aims to create a community of understanding and support, breaking the silence and stigma that often surround suicide.
Dr. Crawford's spirituality and faith in God played a vital role in finding the courage to write "The Other Side of Midnight: A journey to healing spouses and loved ones affected by suicide." Through her deep spiritual connection, she found strength and purpose, enabling her to transform personal grief into a source of healing for others. Her faith provided the resilience needed to address this delicate topic, offering hope, understanding, and compassion to those affected by the profound loss of suicide. Her work is a beacon of light, guiding readers toward acceptance and healing.
Praise for the Other Side of Midnight
Dr. Crawford's unique and personal perspective on getting to the "Other Side of Midnight" is a critically important contribution to the conversation on hope and healing. Her story, so personal and unique, offers a certain grounding to an experience that otherwise offers bewilderment and an abiding sense of loss.
Dr. Donnell L. Barnett, PhD, Counseling Psychologist
Past President - The Association of Black Psychologists, Inc
I highly recommend Dr. Crawford's book
"The Other Side of Midnight" for its profound exploration of mental health and suicide. This book is a vital resource for advancing the conversation on mental health, emphasizing its equal importance to physical health.
Dr. Angela M. Henderson, PhD, APRN
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner-BC
Dr. Crawford's "The Other Side of Midnight" is a masterfully written book and meticulously crafted narrative that delves deep into the complexities of understanding mental health. Through a profound and personal lens, the author takes us on an emotional journey, sharing her experiences of love, loss, joy, and sorrow.
Dr. Darlene Allen Nichols, LPC, NCC
DAN Care, DAN Ministries, DAN & Beyond Counseling
The Other Side of Midnight: A journey to healing spouses and loved ones affected by suicide shines a light on the journey from despair to hope, illustrating that healing is not only possible but deeply transformative. It's essential read for anyone touched by suicide.
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