Oak&Grey Life Counseling

10/20/2024

Join the Conversation!

The Economic Development Committee of the
100 Black Men of South Metro Atlanta presents:

Virtual Forum: Balancing While Building:
Maintaining Mental Wellness for Sustainable
Entrepreneurial Success

October 24, 2024 | 7pm-8pm EST
Prioritize your mental health and wellbeing as an entrepreneur!

Moderated by Dr. Ja’el Roberson/Ja’el The Great, our expert panel includes:

J. Levenston Bell, Mental Health Professional

Eric Foster, Motivational Speaker &
Entrepreneur .getafteritnow

Adrianna Allen, Social Media Influencer &
Entrepreneur

Discussing the importance of mental wellness in entrepreneurship, we’ll explore strategies to manage stress and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Don’t miss this vital conversation! Building a business shouldn’t come at the cost of your health. Let’s break the stigma surrounding mental health and support each other’s success.
Share with fellow entrepreneurs and join the discussion!

06/26/2024

06/09/2024

Tomorrow makes one year that I walk across the stage at Northwestern University with my masters and clinical mental health counseling. After I received my degree, I wonder where I was going and where God was leading me. He never ceases to amaze me, so let’s go higher.!

04/18/2024

Join the hundred black men of South Metro Atlanta and Bank of America for a morning of great information, leadership and insight for the community at the college and career incubator program.

Saturday, April 20, 2024 from 10 AM to 12 PM at Scott Elementary school in Atlanta, Georgia

I’m blessed to have such an opportunity to continue to make an impact on the youth in the Atlanta community. Don’t just meet me there, beat me there!

03/29/2024

The 100 black men of South Metro Atlanta and The AON incentive gave a plaque to an honor roll student today at North Clayton middle school. I am the Vice President of Psychotherapy Programming for The AON Initiative.

01/01/2024

I have a question….

What’s the difference between being accepted, then pledging a fraternity or sorority and then having a probate show verses being accepted into a college or university, studying for 4 years and then graduating?

QTNA….

(Please share with others….)

09/11/2023

It’s important to have a positive work-life balance, especially during difficult times. ✨ Here are 5 tips to maintain a healthy work-life balance while dealing with life-altering changes:

1️⃣ Take breaks throughout the day to give yourself time to reflect and relax.
2️⃣ Set boundaries and stick to them to ensure work doesn't take over.
3️⃣ Prioritize and focus on tasks that bring the most value.
4️⃣ Don't be afraid to ask for help and support from those around you.
5️⃣ Be aware of when you’re approaching burnout and take action to prevent it.

We can get through this together! 💪

08/31/2023

Feeling down? It’s time to reframe your purpose in life! 💛

Negative thoughts can be exhausting and overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be this way. Take a moment to refocus your purpose and use it as a way to silence your negative self-talk. It will help you to stay positive and have a more meaningful outlook on life. 💪

Share your thoughts and use to join the conversation! 🙋‍♀️

08/01/2023

Self-care is an important part of managing the symptoms of ADHD and Asperger's. Check out our top 5 self-care strategies to help you get the most out of life! 🙌

1️⃣Mindful Meditation
Take a few minutes every day to focus on your breath and quiet your mind. 🧘‍♀️

2️⃣Stay Organized
Creating an organized environment and sticking to a routine can help reduce stress and ensure tasks are completed on time. 🗂

3️⃣Socialize
Finding and making the time to connect with supportive friends and family can help reduce feelings of isolation. 💆‍♀️

4️⃣Exercise
Exercising daily can help increase attention span, reduce fatigue, and manage symptoms of ADHD and Asperger's. 🚵‍♂️

5️⃣Relax
Take time to relax each day with an activity that you enjoy. Whether it’s listening to music, reading a book, or doing a craft project, taking the time to relax can help maintain your overall mental health. 🎶📖

Do you practice self-care? Let us know in the comments! 🤗

07/31/2023

Are you looking for ways to help your child's physical and mental development? Try neurodivergent stimming! See how this playful activity can boost your child's physical and mental growth while having fun! 🤗 !

07/30/2023

Check out how music can be used to explore and celebrate neurodivergent experiences! 🎵 From deep sounds that evoke compassion and understanding to upbeat rhythms that transport us to a joyful utopia, music has the power to explore, celebrate and even help shape different narratives of neurodivergence.

07/30/2023

Imagine a world where individuals are able to reach their optimal functioning - this is possible when managing stimming through creative techniques! 🎨

Stimming is an essential form of self-regulation for those with – and with some tools, we can support them in managing this behavior for better personal outcomes. 🧒

Whether you use melodic sounds 🎶 or use colors to create art 🎨, the possibilities to find a calming stim to better manage stress and resources are endless. Get creative and start managing neurodivergent stimming for maximum functioning! 💚