ABOUT SERENITY NY

Two Paths. One Purpose.

A Healthier You.

A shared commitment to emotional healing, physical wellness and community empowerment.

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OUR STORY

Rooted in Compassion. United by Purpose.

Serenity NY was born from a shared vision between husband-and-wife team Tanisha and James Crawford. With backgrounds in mental health, education, fitness, and community service, we have dedicated much of our professional lives to helping individuals and families overcome challenges, discover their strengths, and create meaningful change.

Our journey began with Serenity Emotional Health, founded by Tanisha to provide compassionate, culturally responsive psychotherapy. James brought his passion for physical wellness and more than 20 years of personal training experience to that vision, establishing LI Muscle Wellness Studio to help individuals build confidence, improve their health, and embrace sustainable wellness habits.

Together, we recognized that emotional and physical well-being are deeply connected. We created Serenity NY to unite our expertise under one shared mission: helping people live healthier, more balanced, and more fulfilling lives.

Two paths. One shared purpose.

A commitment to your well-being.

Our Wellness Family

One Vision. Two Specialized Services

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The People Behind Serenity NY

MEET THE FOUNDERS

FOUNDER | PSYCHOTHERAPIST

Tanisha Crawford is a New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker, psychotherapist, and experienced educational professional dedicated to supporting emotional wellness, personal growth, and healthier relationships.

With a background in mental health, healthcare management, and education, Tanisha helps individuals navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, and other emotional concerns. Her approach is grounded in compassion, cultural responsiveness, and the belief that every individual deserves a safe space to heal, grow, and rediscover their strengths.

Tanisha Crawford

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James Crawford

CO-FOUNDER | MASTER CERTIFIED TRAINER

James Crawford is a Master Certified Personal Trainer with more than 20 years of experience helping individuals improve their physical health, strength, confidence, and overall fitness.

A former educator/educational leader, volunteer firefighter, and dedicated community advocate, James brings a passion for service, discipline, and empowerment to his work. Through LI Muscle Wellness Studio, he offers personal training, group fitness, nutrition guidance, massage services, and wellness experiences designed for individuals of all fitness levels and abilities.

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