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- Our vision -
We are inspired to transform what’s possible in mental health and well-being for individuals, families, leaders, and communities—embracing thriving, not just surviving.

02/27/2026

Two are true, one is a lie 👀

Therapy isn’t about having it all figured out... it’s about being willing to start. 💛

02/25/2026

Ever wonder why your bed feels extra cozy in the morning and getting up feels so hard? 😴

It’s called sleep inertia. When your alarm goes off, your brain is still transitioning out of sleep, especially if you wake during deeper sleep stages. Your body temperature is low, melatonin hasn’t fully dropped, and your brain hasn’t reached full alertness yet — so your bed feels like the safest, warmest place on earth.
Hitting snooze actually keeps your brain stuck in that groggy cycle, which can make you feel even more tired.�Instead: try consistent wake times, morning light exposure, and getting up on the first alarm to help your body’s rhythm adjust. 🌅

Your bed didn’t suddenly get more comfortable… your brain just wasn’t ready to leave it yet 😉

02/24/2026

Understanding your attachment style isn’t about labels, it’s about self-awareness. It helps explain how you connect, handle conflict, and build closeness in relationships. 💕

Swipe to discover yours!

02/20/2026

Conflict doesn’t damage relationships — avoidance does.

When someone shuts down during an argument, it’s often not manipulation. It’s overwhelm. The nervous system goes into protection mode, and silence can feel safer than saying the wrong thing.

But protection without repair turns into disconnection.

Taking space is healthy when it’s intentional. A pause gives your body time to regulate, your thoughts time to settle, and the conversation a better chance at being productive instead of reactive.

What makes the difference is follow-through.

Coming back to the conversation communicates:
“I care about us more than I care about avoiding discomfort.”

That’s how trust is built — not by never arguing, but by consistently repairing.

Emotional safety isn’t created by perfection.
It’s created by accountability.

02/15/2026

Healthy relationships feel safe — not confusing, tense, or exhausting.

Mutual respect, emotional safety, and open communication create the foundation for lasting connection and trust.

If you’re often questioning where you stand, walking on eggshells, or feeling unheard, it may be worth exploring what healthy love truly looks like for you. 💛

02/11/2026

Self-love isn’t just one thing—it looks different for everyone.

Our therapists and admin team share how they care for themselves.

This February, what would loving yourself look like?

02/08/2026

Many people we work with say: “I thought I would be able to handle this on my own.” But support isn’t a last resort—it’s a resource.

You don't have to hit rock bottom to start therapy.

Text (515) 203-3236 to make an appointment!

02/07/2026

Do you ever feel lonely… even when you’re surrounded by people?

If February feels especially isolating, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to go through it by yourself. 🤍

Our Adult Loneliness Process Group is a compassionate space to feel seen, explore disconnection, and build meaningful, authentic connections.

🗓 Starts February 12 (Thursdays, 7:00–8:15am)
📍 West Des Moines, IA

✨ To register: email Bridgette at bridgette.hensley@515therapy.com
or call 515-402-4386.
🔗 To learn more about the group, click this link: https://www.515therapy.com/groups

01/30/2026

Kindness and niceness aren’t the same thing.

Real kindness includes honesty.
It allows room for boundaries, clear communication, and respectful disagreement — without guilt or passive avoidance.

You can be kind and direct.
You can be respectful and have limits.
You can care about others without disappearing yourself.

Being mentally healthy in the Midwest often means unlearning the idea that discomfort equals disrespect.

01/28/2026

Chris Harsh, LMHC, explains why change can feel hard.
Comfort is familiar, but growth requires discomfort.

Comment if you relate to this!

01/23/2026

Health anxiety convinces your brain that normal body sensations = danger.
Stress, caffeine, poor sleep, hormones, anxiety — they all create real sensations.
Your nervous system just mislabels them as emergencies.

💛 You’re not weak.
💛 You’re not “making it up.”
💛 And you don’t have to live in constant fear of your body.

There is a way out — and it doesn’t involve more reassurance, more Googling, or more checking.

If you struggle with health anxiety, pause here for a moment.
Take a slow breath.
Your body is trying to protect you — even if it’s doing it clumsily.

You’re safe.
And help exists.

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6600 Westown Pkwy. , Suite 240
West Des Moines, IA
50266

Website

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