Afya Counseling and Wellness Services, LLC

06/18/2026

Did you know that red foods and drinks hold special significance during Juneteenth?

Across the African diaspora, red has long symbolized strength, resilience, sacrifice, and the bloodshed of our ancestors. From hibiscus tea and sorrel to red velvet cake and watermelon, red foods have become a meaningful part of Juneteenth celebrations.

This year, we’re honoring that tradition with our Kitchen Therapy Hibiscus Wellness Tea. 🌺

Made with hibiscus, ginger, lemon, cinnamon, clove, and sweetened with agave, it’s a refreshing way to celebrate culture, community, and wellness. Steeped with care and intention. It tastes good and is good for you!

Join us this weekend at the Hollins Street Farmers Market and grab a bottle while supplies last.

06/18/2026

Kitchen Therapy with Jaree is coming to a farmers market near you! 🌺

You can usually find me holding space for therapy clients, leading food demos, or teaching workshops—but this weekend we’re dropping something special.

In honor of Juneteenth, we’ll be selling our signature Kitchen Therapy drink: Hibiscus Wellness Tea at !

Crafted with hibiscus, ginger, lemon, clove, cinnamon, and agave, this refreshing blend was created with the same intention that guides all of our work—nourishing the mind, body, and spirit.

And because everything we do is rooted in healing, every purchase helps support the delivery of mental health services and Kitchen Therapy wellness programming in our community.

Whether you’re celebrating Juneteenth, supporting local businesses, or simply looking for something refreshing to sip on, we’d love to see you.

Stop by, say hello, and grab a bottle (or two)! ❤️✨

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05/27/2026

Recently had the opportunity to lead a hybrid wellness session for a few hundred communications professionals focused on burnout, nervous system regulation, and sustainable performance. Some of us then transitioned into a breakout session that I led on food as a part of a sustainable wellness plan. There’s something powerful about feeling the relief of collective breath with a group of vigilant high performers.

One attendee shared afterward:
“We’ve heard a lot of speakers, but we’ve never done anything like this.”

That moment stayed with me.

People don’t just need productivity tools — they need space to reconnect with themselves. Burnout prevention and recovery must become part of how we support healthy, sustainable teams.

Grateful to continue bringing integrative wellness, mind-body education, and Kitchen Therapy experiences into corporate spaces. Open to more partnerships supporting employee wellness and burnout prevention.

05/15/2026

From theory to practice. From practice to the stage. event with Nami Baltimore yesterday and final pitch competition with Social Innovation Lab tonight. This season has truly been one of stretching but I’m grateful for it.

Didn’t win any prizes tonight but seeing my family, friends, gym family, colleagues, community supporters in the room to support me was rewarding enough! Watch us grow!

05/12/2026

Nothing like finding new limits at the start of the day! Something deeply powerful about testing your strength on purpose. It’s not just physical, it’s mental.

195lbs on the back squat babyyyyy!

My community keeps me going! Find your people and never let go!

05/12/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and we’re teaming up namibaltimore to bring a special Kitchen Therapy session for Wellness Wednesday!

We will explore benefits of healthy eating on your mental health journey. We’ll have a special guest sharing about the B’More Fresh program with information on accessing additional SNAP benefits on Amazon! Come join us for a good time!

05/08/2026

Bittersweet that my time with is coming to a close! I’ve learned so much and met a powerful group of changemakers in Baltimore. through Afya Counseling & Wellness Services is cooking up something good! Curious to learn more? Join us for our final showcase and pitch competition next Thursday. Link to RSVP is in my bio!

03/23/2026

My insights about the therapeutic nature of cooking was included in a recent article from Self magazine. Take a read, enjoy and be inspired to make something good for yourself soon! Grateful to Michelle Beadle Holder for inviting me to share.

Reclaiming cooking requires separating the act from the obligation.

03/15/2026

Today is the last day to vote! Make sure you cast yours!❤️

03/02/2026

I’m honored to share that I’ve been selected as a finalist for the Visionary Social Worker Awards, founded by , in the Creative Arts category.

I’m proud to share my creativity through food, mental wellness and storytelling. I appreciate how many of you have taken this journey alongside me.

Voting is open from March 1–15, 2026, and you can vote once per day during that time.

If you’d like to support, you can do so here:
samarastone.com/voting
Grateful to be part of a community that values meaningful, sustained impact.