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Starting Therapy in Your Twenties
If you are in your twenties and curious about therapy, it can be a meaningful way to invest in yourself.
Lisa Howard
5 days ago2 min read


Why Custom Care (Concierge Care) for Mental Health?
This model is especially helpful for people with irregular schedules, demanding jobs, frequent travel, or seasons of life that feel unpredictable. It can also be a good fit for individuals who appreciate concierge style services and want their mental health care to reflect the same level of personalization and access.
If you are curious about whether Custom Care might be a good fit, I would love to talk more with you. Contact Lisa at lisa@growingsidewaystherapy.com to learn
Lisa Howard
Jan 282 min read


How Winter Weather Can Affect Your Mood (and What to Do About It)
When it’s freezing out, the little things that keep us connected start to disappear
Lisa Howard
Jan 222 min read


Holiday pressure - self support
Before you travel, take a quiet moment to imagine yourself stepping into your family’s home
Lisa Howard
Nov 28, 20251 min read


The PhD Path: Growing Through Uncertain Years
Working with a therapist who understands the graduate school experience can help you find steadiness in these uncertain years.
Lisa Howard
Nov 8, 20251 min read


Creating Space for Virtual Therapy
A space that supports you, helps you feel comfortable, and allows you to show up fully, just as you are
Lisa Howard
Oct 23, 20251 min read


Learning to sit with discomfort: why coping skills matter
We often think of coping skills as tools to make our uncomfortable feelings disappear. The truth is, emotions, especially the hard ones,...
Lisa Howard
Oct 8, 20251 min read


Getting to know our space at Growing Sideways Therapy
Lisa Howard, Therapist and Founder of Growing Sideways Therapy in our Chicago space At Growing Sideways Therapy, I believe that growth...
Lisa Howard
Sep 24, 20251 min read


Returning to Therapy
Many of the clients who come to Growing Sideways Therapy have been to therapy before. Sometimes, there's a thought or feeling they carry...
Lisa Howard
Sep 10, 20251 min read


Starting Therapy for the First Time: What to Expect
Are you feeling uncertain, nervous, or hopeful, about starting therapy? That’s completely normal. Whether you're seeking help for...
Lisa Howard
Aug 18, 20251 min read


New in town: finding your way in the neighborhood
Relocating to a new city—or even just a new neighborhood—can stir up a whole swirl of feelings. One minute you’re riding a wave of...
Lisa Howard
Aug 13, 20252 min read


Navigating Life Transitions: Therapy in Chicago for Young Adults
If you're in your 20s or 30s, chances are you're juggling a lot—maybe you're figuring out grad school, navigating a new neighborhood,...
Lisa Howard
Aug 3, 20251 min read


Why "Growing Sideways"
When people hear the name "Growing Sideways Therapy," they often get curious. Some might wonder, “Wouldn’t it feel better to just have...
Lisa Howard
Aug 3, 20253 min read
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