maury77 Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 He is now a horticulturist. I think its safe to say this guy didn't have the killer instinct for this sport: http://www.mycentraljersey.com/story/news/local/how-we-live/2017/02/20/anew-beginning-vernon-gholston/97550524/ Vernon Gholston is starting Anew. The former Ohio State football phenom was selected by the New York Jets with the sixth overall pick in the 2008 National Football League Draft. Today, following four years in the NFL, the former defensive end/linebacker who grew up in Detroit, Michigan, excelled as a student athlete, ran countless yards and took and gave hit after hit, is pursuing a passion to destigmatize mental health, change the industry standards and better the lives of people dealing with mental health issues. He teamed up with Jerome Mitchell, a native of New Jersey practicing law, to defend the most important play of his new career, founding in 2014 the Somerset-based Anew Wellness. Their goal is to work with clients to create a path to wellness for individuals and families experiencing mental and behavioral challenges for adults and adolescents. In an interview earlier this month, we talked about what inspired the creation of Anew Wellness, their approach to mental health, the tool kit of multiple programs offered, and perspective on the role that horticultural therapy can play in treatment of mental health and dual diagnosis. “Too many football player retire early because of head injuries," said Gholston, executive vice president of the enterprise. "Football takes a toll on your body. I wanted to do something that could help people. Two years out of football I met Jerome. We were coming from two different perspectives and professions, but it was natural to start Anew. The biggest component at Anew is that we want to be inclusive of all treatment modalities. This includes art therapy and horticultural therapy." READ: The winter garden is calling READ: Langone Medical Center - a pioneer in horticultural therapy Research shows that more workers are absent from work because of stress and anxiety than because of physical illness or injury. It is estimated that the prevalence of mental illness and/or substance abuse annually approaches 25 percent in adults in working age. The annual cost to employers for mental health and substance abuse issues are estimated to be $300 billion. “We recognize the unique challenges clients face at home, in school, at work and socially," Anew Managing Director Candice Deglon said. "Treatment incorporates clinically proven methods combined with evidenced-based innovative treatment modalities. We provide the tools to help them deal with the mental health issues they are currently experiencing and the many obstacles life may throw at them.” Program types include a mental health track, a dual diagnosis track, an intensive outpatient program, and an outpatient program. Client referrals come from behavioral health hospitals, schools, other outpatient providers and primary care physicians. Anew Wellness incorporates the following therapies for adolescents: cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavior, psychoeducation, coping skills/social support, interpersonal relationships, healthy communication styles, family dynamics, stress management, anger management, art activities, wellness/mindfulness, music groups, meditation and role playing/acting. “Horticultural Therapy is unique," Gholston said. "So basic, yet so complex. It gives order to chaos. Connection where there is disconnection. HT offers the flexibility of using as individual sessions, or build as an entire program. It meets the client where they are at and allows for engagement and connection.” READ: Saying thanks to Al Murray, a supporter of New Jersey agriculture industry READ: Central Jersey's Caring Community in action Added Mitchell: “Plants, flowers, their aesthetics, their benefits are very important. Horticultural Therapy is a great avenue to reach clients. It allows people to have self-fulfillment.” Horticultural therapy is the process of using nature, plants and gardening as a structured goal-driven vehicle towards wellness. It employs customized activities and programs for individuals in an active process under the direction of a trained horticultural therapist with the non-profit American Horticultural Therapy Association. The process itself is the therapeutic activity, not the end product. Clinicians at Anew are aware of horticultural therapy and I am going to work with a group of clinicians in a workshop on March 10. This is an opportunity for clinicians to be introduced to the benefits of connecting people and plants. Of course, this is something recognized statewide in New Jersey, which is the first state in the nation to designate the third week of March “Horticultural Therapy Week,” to build awareness about this modality. Events and activities will be taking place beginning with Proclamation of Horticultural Therapy Week to be presented at the Somerset County Board of Chosen Freeholders Feb. 28 with state Sen. Christopher "Kip" Bateman. Representatives taking part in a series a horticultural therapy-related activities, workshops, programs and gardens throughout Somerset County, also will be in attendance. “Designating a week each year to raise awareness of horticultural therapy is expanding opportunities for more people to take advantage of the many benefits it offers,” Bateman said in a press statement. "Horticultural Therapy is a time-proven practice dating back centuries that;s helped countless people from children to seniors to veterans to those with special needs. I hope this week in March will now be filled with many events highlighting the importance and value of horticultural therapy." I asked Gholston if he could draw a parallel between his football career and mental health. “In football, just as with any occupation, a good bill of mental health and a strong support system is necessary to handle the sometime tough demands," he said. "This can be even more critical in a sport such as football, where the physical, mental and emotional state can shift within a blink of an eye. So many times we see and hear about the mental meltdowns or physical blow ups that happen within or after a game. And these are just the ones publicized. There are so many components to being involved with football. Being equipped to manage, or cope with the highs and lows of these components can be the difference between success, or downfall. For example, there has been numerous players clinically diagnosed with a mental health disease while playing football. But with proper management and a good support system they have gone on to have a lot of success within the sport.” He added: "Our approach to innovative services in treatment are inclusive and unwavering in order to allow people the opportunity to begin Anew. The issue of insurance and coverage for mental health will continue to grow. I am committed to defending the line on this very important issue.” For information about Anew Wellness at 270 Davidson Ave. in the Somerset section of Franklin, contact Candice Deglon at 732-328-2639, or email c.deglon@anewmenj.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pointman Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 Good for him! I hope he does awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j4jets Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 Easy sacks when you’re the boss! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peebag Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 I don't hate the guy but I still cringe when I hear/see his name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fantasy Island Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 So he is a landscaper? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigO Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 Only the Jets could turn this guy into a gardener. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freemanm Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 That's a good cause. I'm glad he found something interesting and fulfilling, and I'm most sorry that his NFL career didn't pan out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New York Mick Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 Who gives a flying ****? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kleckineau Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 5 minutes ago, BigO said: Only the Jets could turn this guy into a gardener. Lol so true but at least he found something he likes and is good at unlike so many other Jet 1 rounders. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustInFudge Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 All jokes aside, this is really cool. Good for him! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
munchmemory Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 Go Emma. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustInFudge Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 1 minute ago, kelly said: ******* STOP!!!!! OMG. WTF??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustInFudge Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 1 minute ago, kelly said: You are ruining threads with this sh*t. ******* stop. For **** sake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New York Mick Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 4 minutes ago, JiF said: You are ruining threads with this sh*t. ******* stop. For **** sake. Her boobs are the only part of this thread worth looking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScarletKnight89 Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 Good for him. He sucked as a player but if he's doing well in life that's always good to see. Especially when you're doing that kind of work. It least his life hasn't spiraled out of control like other guys who were NFL draft busts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New York Mick Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 Just now, New York Mick said: Her boobs are the only part of this thread worth looking. Penny’s boobs not Kelly’s, she has a penis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustInFudge Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 1 minute ago, New York Mick said: Her boobs are the only part of this thread worth looking. She's ugly and looks like an annoying bitch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
munchmemory Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 4 minutes ago, JiF said: She's ugly and looks like an annoying bitch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New York Mick Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 2 minutes ago, JiF said: She's ugly and looks like an annoying bitch. Well she’s a guy so Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jet_Engine1 Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 1 hour ago, JiF said: ******* STOP!!!!! OMG. WTF??? He thinks hes the blond chic. Or something. I dont know..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerfish Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 Anthony Schlegel? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
detectivekimble Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 1 hour ago, ScarletKnight89 said: Good for him. He sucked as a player but if he's doing well in life that's always good to see. Especially when you're doing that kind of work. It least his life hasn't spiraled out of control like other guys who were NFL draft busts. I don't think anyone has ever had an issue with the guy. He's a good guy by all accounts. He just sucked at professional football. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chirorob Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 Good to hear. An ex NFL player doing something to help people that he's passionate about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crusher Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 1 hour ago, New York Mick said: Who gives a flying ****? Always thought you were a fan of Ho-tits-culture? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warfish Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 The Kwame Brown of Jets History. All the talent and potential, none of the desire and drive. But good for him, glad he found a calling he does care about. He certainly didn't care about football. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kelly Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 29 minutes ago, Jet_Engine1 said: He thinks hes the blond chic. Or something. I dont know..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New York Mick Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 9 minutes ago, detectivekimble said: I don't think anyone has ever had an issue with the guy. He's a good guy by all accounts. He just sucked at professional football. I have an issue with not trading down and getting more picks and then drafting Stewart or Campbell like I wanted. Neither are HOFers but compared to Gholston’s non trying or caring ass they were GOATs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New York Mick Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 7 minutes ago, The Crusher said: Always thought you were a fan of Ho-t!ts-culture? t!ts! I thought everyone was a fan of t!ts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New York Mick Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 1 hour ago, munchmemory said: He’s jealous because Kelly has a bigger cock then him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
detectivekimble Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 21 minutes ago, New York Mick said: I have an issue with not trading down and getting more picks and then drafting Stewart or Campbell like I wanted. Neither are HOFers but compared to Gholston’s non trying or caring ass they were GOATs. Why do people assume he didn't try or care? Some guys just suck at professional football, even if they try. His work ethic was never questioned and he never came in fat or out of shape. Guys bust all the time. I mean, look at the next year. Jason Smith was drafted second overall the next year. It wasn't because he didn't try. It's just because he, well, sucked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
detectivekimble Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 32 minutes ago, Warfish said: The Kwame Brown of Jets History. All the talent and potential, none of the desire and drive. But good for him, glad he found a calling he does care about. He certainly didn't care about football. I don't believe it. He never looked fluid enough to be a good pass rusher. And Kwame Brown didn't have all the "talent" and "potential" either. Dude couldn't even catch a basketball. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New York Mick Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 18 minutes ago, detectivekimble said: Why do people assume he didn't try or care? Some guys just suck at professional football, even if they try. His work ethic was never questioned and he never came in fat or out of shape. Guys bust all the time. I mean, look at the next year. Jason Smith was drafted second overall the next year. It wasn't because he didn't try. It's just because he, well, sucked. You can tell when a guy isn’t trying. He was a workout warrior great training habits and conditioning but he was soft. He played like he was scared of contact. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lith Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 Nice to see that he put his education to work and had options when football didn't work out. Things could have turned out a lot worse for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerfish Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 I never hated gholston all that much, he was just terrible thats all, I think he tried and put in effort. I dislike guys like mo wilk much more, buckets of talent and a lazy entitled player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sperm Edwards Posted January 25, 2018 Share Posted January 25, 2018 So basically, still "Looks like Tarzan, plays like Jane" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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