Fostering Health Alliance

11/13/2025

Yesterday, I interviewed Carli Moncher for my upcoming book + podcast What’s In Your Hand? and WOW — her story reminded me that nothing we walk through is wasted.

Carli shared how she’s learning to use her gifts not just for others — but as offerings to herself… choosing joy, choosing rest, choosing HER. That’s the glow-up.

If YOU have a story about resilience, reinvention, or rediscovering your gifts… I’m interviewing contributors now.

Want to be part of the book + podcast? 👇🏽
Apply here: https://forms.gle/WUtaVSMzC6HFrC9XA

11/12/2025

What happens when you habe a panic attack? Let me walk you through how I do it.

11/11/2025

VULNERABLE VIDEO: Therapists Have Panic Attacks, Too.

Just came out of a panic attack.
I recorded this while the truth was still on my skin.

If you’ve ever felt your chest tighten or your breath disappear—this is for you.

Today, it showed up for me.

In the video I’m sharing, I walk through exactly what it felt like, what I did to ground myself, and the aftercare I’m giving my mind, body, and spirit right now. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, frozen, or like your breath was just… gone...please watch it.

You’re not broken. You’re human. ❤️‍🩹
Watch this and breathe with me.

Nothing is Wasted.

11/11/2025

Yesterday, I recorded the very first What’s In Your Hand? conversation with Aimee Andrichak — and I can already feel the impact of what’s unfolding.

Our dialogue centered on rediscovering the gifts we already hold — even in seasons of uncertainty, loss, or transition. We talked about resilience, doubt, community, reinvention, and what it means to keep showing up when the road shifts beneath you.

Aimee’s story affirmed something I’ve seen again and again through my work: transformation doesn’t start when everything is perfect — it starts when we decide to begin with what we have.

This book and podcast series will include interviews and vignettes from people who’ve turned their experiences into wisdom and purpose small steps at a time.

If you have a story that deserves to be shared, one of rebuilding, redefining, or rediscovering what’s in your hand, I’d love to hear it.

🔗 Apply to be a contributor: https: https://forms.gle/WUtaVSMzC6HFrC9XA

10/14/2025

What if anxiety isn’t your enemy—but an overworked protector?

It shows up with warnings, lessons, and stories from the past… but sometimes it forgets you’re safe now.

Take a moment today to pause, breathe, and listen. You may find that healing begins the moment you stop fighting anxiety—and start having a conversation with it.

10/14/2025

What if anxiety isn’t your enemy—but an overworked protector?

It shows up with warnings, lessons, and stories from the past… but sometimes it forgets you’re safe now.

Take a moment today to pause, breathe, and listen. You may find that healing begins the moment you stop fighting anxiety—and start having a conversation with it.

09/03/2025

Impostor syndrome lies. 🚫
You’re not behind.
You’re not ‘lucky.’ You EARNED your place. Since 2018, I’ve built my path by refusing to compare and owning my wins. 👊

👇 Drop ‘I deserve it’ if you’re done shrinking in your own story.

08/20/2025

My Big News!

I’m so excited to officially launch The NeoTherapist Payhip Store — your new home for transformational tools designed to support healing, growth, and restoration.

Inside you’ll find resources like:
✅ The Meditation Suite – an 8-week journey of guided meditations to release stress and reclaim balance

✅ The Meditation Suite Journal & Coloring Companion – an 80-page digital, fillable journal with prompts, tools, and coloring pages for deeper integration

✅ Bundled offers to support your healing journey from multiple angles

These resources were created to help you regulate your nervous system, reclaim your inner power, and rewire your habits—whether you’re navigating stress, emotional overwhelm, or the ripple effects of disordered patterns like emotional eating.

💡 Imagine having a guided pathway to calm and clarity—right at your fingertips.

👉 Visit the store now to explore and grab your copy: https://payhip.com/TheNeoTherapist

Hey there—I’m Dr. Sidney Gaskins, also known as The NeoTherapist. I’m a licensed therapist and organizational psychologist blending clinical wisdom with workplace insight to support healing, growth, and transformation from the inside out.I built this...

08/12/2025

Do you believe? "I can’t afford therapy or make the time for it right now, so I’ll just push through on my own."

You don’t have to commit to weekly sessions or high costs to get meaningful mental health support. Even a single, focused conversation with a skilled professional can help you find clarity and take positive steps forward.

You absolutely can take care of your mental health in small, affordable ways that fit your life and still make a big impact.

Embraced the idea of a solution-focused brief session and leave feeling lighter, more focused, and equipped with tools you can use immediately. It’s not about doing everything at once—it’s about taking one intentional step that creates momentum toward long-term well-being.

Book your spot for the next Centerpoint Life Care Sessions—a brief, affordable check-in that can help you clear your mind, gain perspective, and feel more in control, without the stress of ongoing therapy commitments.

August sessions available from Thursday, August 14th through Friday, August 22nd.

***If you’re looking for a therapist who sits stiffly behind a desk and nods a lot… that’s not me. I’m the one who will lean in, ask the questions you didn’t know you needed,***

August 14, 2025 @ 11:00 AM - 2900 Frank Scott Pkwy W, Belleville, IL 62223, USA | https://www.zoom.com

08/06/2025

COUNSELING IN CONVERSE! I love working with couples! One thing I always remind couples to do is find ways to have fun. The idea of enjoying and engaging with the person love can be fun!

Homework given to a couple was to make a game of it! They laughed and he was like, "Bet!" Here are a few ideas to enjoy and engage with your love!❤️

You're welcome!
Nothing is Wasted.

07/18/2025

FLIPPING PAGES! Let's Get Ready!!
I'm hosting a FREE 60-minute info session to introduce The FlipPage Squad — a therapeutic book club where community, healing, and reflection come together.

✨ Curious about what a "therapeutic book club" really is?
✨ Want to know what we’re reading, how it works, and how you can join?

Come to one of our Flip the Page Info Sessions and get all the details. Whether you're ready to join or just exploring, you're welcome. You can also join The FlipPage Squad FB group!

🗓️ Wednesday, July 23rd @ 6pm CST
Sunday, July 27th @ 4 pm CST

📍 Wednesday Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/Flippingpageinfo

Sunday Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/FlippingpagesSunday

📚 The first book: Year of Yes by Shonda Rhimes — and it's going to be GOOD.

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: The FlipPage Lounge: A Therapeutic Book Club InfoSession. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

12/26/2024