New Life Counseling

New Life Counseling West Des Moines Office: 1200 Valley West Dr. Suite 700, Phone: (515) 225-4006 Ankeny: 227 NW School Locations in Ankeny and West Des Moines, Iowa.

We have 16 qualified and caring therapists ready to provide you a safe environment to heal, learn and gain hope for the future.

Fawning is a trauma response. Many survivors learn early on that keeping others calm or happy feels safer than taking up...
06/16/2026

Fawning is a trauma response. Many survivors learn early on that keeping others calm or happy feels safer than taking up space themselves.

Swipe to learn more about what fawning looks like, why it develops, and how healing begins. ➡️

Many people think anxiety comes from major life events, but its often the small, everyday factors that quietly contribut...
06/13/2026

Many people think anxiety comes from major life events, but its often the small, everyday factors that quietly contribute to how we feel.

Awareness isn't about blaming yourself. It's about understanding what may be influencing your mental and emotional well-being so you can make changes that support your health.

Which one surprised you the most? 👇

Just as the seasons change, so do we. 🌸 What feels dormant today is not gone, it’s preparing for new growth. Keep believ...
06/11/2026

Just as the seasons change, so do we. 🌸

What feels dormant today is not gone, it’s preparing for new growth.

Keep believing, keep healing, keep growing. Your season of blooming is coming.

Mental health is about creating daily habits that support your well-being before burnout happens.You don't have to do al...
06/10/2026

Mental health is about creating daily habits that support your well-being before burnout happens.

You don't have to do all 9 things perfectly. Start with one.

Small actions practiced consistently often create the biggest changes over time.

Which one are you working on right now? 👇

Many of us were taught to suppress emotions rather than process them.But emotions don't always disappear just because we...
06/09/2026

Many of us were taught to suppress emotions rather than process them.

But emotions don't always disappear just because we ignore them. They can influence our stress levels, muscle tension, energy, sleep, and overall well-being.

Your body may be sending signals that deserve your attention.

What part of this post resonated most with you?

I have a feeling you need to read this today… You are allowed to rest without needing to earn it. Healing is not linear,...
06/06/2026

I have a feeling you need to read this today…

You are allowed to rest without needing to earn it. Healing is not linear, and bad days do not erase your progress.

You do not have to carry everything alone. Support is not weakness, and your anxiety is not your identity.

And if all you did today was survive...that still counts.

Be gentle with yourself. You’re navigating things people cannot always see

It’s okay to say… “Thank you for asking, but no.”“I’m free, but I need to rest.”“I’ll think about it and reply later.”“I...
06/04/2026

It’s okay to say…

“Thank you for asking, but no.”
“I’m free, but I need to rest.”
“I’ll think about it and reply later.”
“I’m offline — I’ll respond soon.”
“That doesn’t feel right for me.”
“I can’t take this on right now.”

Protecting your peace is not rude.
Rest is not laziness.
Boundaries are not selfish.

You are allowed to honor your capacity without guilt

A gentle reminder: functional is not the same as fine...Just because you showed up, got through the day, answered the te...
06/03/2026

A gentle reminder: functional is not the same as fine...

Just because you showed up, got through the day, answered the texts, or finished the tasks doesn’t always mean you’re okay.

Surviving and thriving are two different things.

There’s something beautiful about being around someone who makes your body feel calm instead of anxiousSafe people don’t...
06/02/2026

There’s something beautiful about being around someone who makes your body feel calm instead of anxious

Safe people don’t make you question your worth, overthink their intentions, or feel like love has to be earned.

Sometimes love looks like peace. Sometimes “home” is a person

A lot of people think they need to show progress, insight, or “good coping” in therapy. But honesty is more important th...
05/30/2026

A lot of people think they need to show progress, insight, or “good coping” in therapy. But honesty is more important than performance.

Even saying “I don’t know what I’m feeling” is a meaningful place to begin

Address

227 Northwest School Street
Ankeny, IA
50266

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 2pm

Telephone

+15152254006

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