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๐Ÿ”ถ #๐Œ๐š๐๐ž๐ข๐ง๐๐ฎ๐ž๐ž๐ง๐ฌ ๐„๐ฌ๐ญ. ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ•/๐Ÿ๐ŸŽ๐Ÿ๐ŸŽโš–๏ธ
๐๐ซ๐จ๐ฆ๐จ๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐œ๐ก๐š๐ง๐ ๐ž ๐ญ๐จ ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐ฏ๐ข๐๐ž ๐ฉ๐จ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐ž ๐ฌ๐จ๐ฅ๐ฎ๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ญ๐ก๐จ๐ฌ๐ž ๐ข๐ฆ๐ฉ๐š๐œ๐ญ๐ž๐ ๐ฐ๐ข๐ญ๐ก ๐ง๐ž๐ ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐ฏ๐ž ๐œ๐ข๐ซ๐œ๐ฎ๐ฆ๐ฌ๐ญ๐š๐ง๐œ๐ž๐ฌ!
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๐Ÿšจ PSA: Allow me to reintroduce myselfโ€ฆ.. ๐““๐“ป. ๐“œ๐“ช๐“ป๐“ฌ๐“ฎ๐“ต ๐“œ. ๐“’๐“ป๐“ธ๐“ธ๐“ด๐“ผ From Southside to Doctorate ๐ŸŽ“โœŠ๐Ÿพ โ€œBig Doctor not the little one!โ€ Joining the distinguished 2% of individuals who have earned a doctoral degree, I once shied away from the recognition associated with the title โ€œDoctor.โ€ Those who truly know me understand that my journey has always been rooted in purpose, not prestige. But thatโ€™s the power of community surrounding yourself with those who not only believe in your potential but also perceive greatness in you long before you see it in yourself. Through their encouragement, Iโ€™ve come to realize that sharing my path, and possibly igniting a spark in others through my testimony, is undeniably part of my purpose. Remember: the only boundaries that exist in your life are the ones you choose to accept. Iโ€™m proud of myself for where I am now! I wasnโ€™t dealt the best cards but I live my life like I have the game on lock. Thatโ€™s called favor! #REPRESENT ๐Ÿ“ธ by: @thomasclaudephotography AKA @thelifeofbionicman taken in Represent The Alternative, L.L.C by @repthealternative
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โ€œWe make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.โ€ - Winston Churchill YOU + ME = WE ๐Ÿงก #REPRESENT taken in Represent The Alternative, L.L.C by @repthealternative
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The person I am now is because of the person I was and would have been had I not realized there was a void in society for African American men that needed to be filled. I became the person that people like myself needed in order to survive in the world and be productive human beings. #yafavoritepsychotherapist #blackmalesocialworkersmatter #representthealternative #EST2020 #Founder taken in Represent The Alternative, L.L.C by @repthealternative
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What began as lived experience became a commitment to advocacy, empowerment, and creating spaces where individuals feel seen, heard, valued, and supported. Before the degrees, the titles, the accolades, and the recognition, there was a young man from South Jamaica, Queens, who understood firsthand what it meant to navigate adversity, trauma, and environments where representation and opportunity werenโ€™t always within reach. Represent The Alternative was founded on a simple but powerful belief: Our circumstances may shape our stories, but they do not have to determine our endings. Every accomplishment is meaningful, but the greatest reward will always be the lives impacted, the conversations sparked, the barriers broken, and the next generation realizing that their possibilities are limitless. Be the representation you wish you had, because representation matters. ๐Ÿงก โ€” Dr. Marcel Crooks, DSW, LMSW #RepresentTheAlternative #DrMarcelCrooks #RepresentationMatters #MentalHealthAdvocacy #BlackMenInMentalHealth SocialWorkLeadership CommunityImpact BreakingCycles PurposeDriven SouthJamaicaQueens by @repthealternative
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We want to personally thank everyone who helped @handsome_trey and I make @kidsappreciationdaynyc a success this year! Whether you volunteered, donated, attended or simply helped us spread the word, please know that we truly appreciate you. Together, we distributed more than 500 backpacks filled with school supplies to children in our community! Our hearts are filled with gratitude to each and every one of you. Organizing this event is never an easy task but seeing the smiles on the childrenโ€™s faces makes it all worthwhile. It was a beautiful day and weโ€™re already looking forward to next year! - @chrystinapeoples by @repthealternative
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๐Ÿšจ WEโ€™RE ONLY 4 DAYS AWAY! ๐Ÿšจ Kids Appreciation Day is almost here! ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ‘ง๐Ÿฝ๐Ÿ‘ฆ๐Ÿฝ Join us for a day dedicated to celebrating our young people, bringing families together, and showing our kids just how valued, supported, and appreciated they truly are. Proud to collaborate with the NYPD to create a positive day of community, connection, fun, and memories for our youth. ๐Ÿ’™ ๐Ÿ“… 4 DAYS TO GO! Bring the kids, bring the family, and come enjoy the day with us! Because when we pour into our children, we pour into the future. ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿฝ #KidsAppreciationDay #4DaysAway #NYPD #CommunityFirst #ForTheKids YouthMatter CommunityStrong RepTheAlternative by @repthealternative
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You asked, and we listened. The second Black Male Therapists Retreat is happening July 22โ€“25, 2027! This experience was created for Black male therapists to step away from the demands of the work and make room for depth, clarity, rest, and brotherhood. After the response to our first retreat and all the requests for another one; we knew we had to do it again. Save the date. More details are coming soon. Now the big question: Where should we host the next retreat? Drop your destination suggestions below. ๐ŸŒ #BlackMaleTherapistsRetreat #BlackMaleTherapists #BlackMenInMentalHealth #Brotherhood #TherapistRetreat2027 by @repthealternative
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Impact isnโ€™t always loud. Sometimes it looks like being there when someone needs you. Weโ€™re so focused on doing the work that we forget someone is experiencing the impact of itโ€ฆโ€ฆ You donโ€™t always have to have all the answers. Sometimes changing someoneโ€™s day, perspective, or direction starts with creating a space where they feel heard. Extremely grateful for this one. ๐Ÿงฉ Be the alternative. Be the example. Be intentional about how you show up. #RepTheAlternative #MentalWellness #MentorshipMatters #LeadershipWithPurpose #Community Gratitude ๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿงก๐Ÿ’™โค๏ธโฃ๏ธ by @repthealternative
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Healing isnโ€™t about pretending life hasnโ€™t been heavy. Itโ€™s about building the tools, resilience, and confidence to carry life differently. My approach is compassionate, practical, intentional and rooted in authenticity creating space to work through anxiety, life transitions, emotional challenges, and the experiences that can keep us feeling stuck. Therapy should be a space where you donโ€™t have to perform, have the โ€œrightโ€ answers, or show up as anything other than yourself. Real growth starts when you can be real. You take care of your physical health. Your mental health deserves that same investment. Your next chapter doesnโ€™t require you to have everything figured out. Sometimes it simply starts with deciding youโ€™re ready to do the work. Anxiety โ€ข Resilience โ€ข Healing ๐Ÿง  ๐ŸŒ Life Matters Psychological Services www.lifematterspsychologicalservices.com #MentalHealthMatters #Therapy #MentalWellness #HealingJourney #Resilience AnxietySupport EmotionalWellness BlackMentalHealth MensMentalHealth Therapist NewClientsWelcome by @repthealternative
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๐ŸŒŽ๐ŸŽ’ QUEENS, WEโ€™RE OUTSIDE FOR THE KIDS! ๐ŸŽ’๐ŸŒŽ School is almost back in session, and weโ€™re sending our young people into the new year the RIGHT way! Join us for Kids Appreciation Day 2026: Taste the Nations an afternoon dedicated to our kids, our cultures, and our community. ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’› ๐ŸŽ’ FREE Backpacks & School Supplies ๐ŸŽจ FREE Face Painting ๐Ÿฆ Ice Cream ๐ŸŒญ Food ๐ŸŒŽ Taste the Nations ๐ŸŽ‰ Family โ€ข Culture โ€ข Community โ€ข FUN! ๐Ÿ“… Saturday, September 12, 2026 โฐ 2PMโ€“6PM ๐Ÿ“ NYPD 105th Precinct โ€” 92-08 222nd Street, Queens Village, NY 11428 This is bigger than a giveaway, itโ€™s about making sure our children know that their community sees them, celebrates them, and supports them. โค๏ธ ๐Ÿ”ฅ TAG a parent, SHARE this to your story & SEND it to somebody with kids! Letโ€™s pack the block and make this a day our young people remember! COME FOR THE KIDS. STAY FOR THE CULTURE. LEAVE WITH COMMUNITY. ๐ŸŒŽ๐Ÿค๐Ÿพ #KidsAppreciationDay2026 #TasteTheNations #QueensNY #BackToSchool2026 CommunityStrong ForTheKids QueensCommunity BackpackGiveaway NYCEvents FamilyFunDay #REPRESENT SAME MISSION, BIGGER VISION โ€ผ๏ธ by @repthealternative
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2 months ago
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Too many people think social work only happens in one setting. The truth is, social workers are everywhere, schools, hospitals, boardrooms, juvenile justice, nonprofits, private practice, government, corporations, and communities creating change every single day. On this episode of @inthemensden , we dive into the many paths Black men are taking in social work and how theyโ€™re leading healing, advocacy, and transformation in our communities. This conversation is about expanding the narrative, opening doors, and inspiring the next generation to see whatโ€™s possible brought to you by @naswsocialworkers ๐ŸŽฅ Tap in and be part of the conversation. #TheMensDen #BlackMenInSocialWork #nasw by @repthealternative
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SAME MISSION, BIGGER VISIONโ€ฆ.. 09/12/2026 we are back at it again with our annual Kids Appreciation Dayโ€ฆ.. Details coming soon please see all drop off locations for supplies. Also if interested in making a monetary donation / sponsorship please DM to inquireโ€ฆโ€ฆ We truly thank and appreciate everyone who assists us every year with making this event successful โ—๏ธ by @repthealternative
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