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Safe Space Therapy LLC At Safe Space Therapy we work to help you feel comfortable and supported throughout your unique ther**eutic journey. Welcome to Safe Space Therapy.

We believe in the power of kindness, human connection, and humor to help you work towards your goals and live your best life. I believe in the power of kindness, genuine human connection, and even a little humor to help people navigate life's challenges, work toward their goals, and create lives that feel meaningful and fulfilling. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can show up exactly as you are while we work together toward the changes you want to make. As a solo practitioner, it's just me behind the scenes! Because of this, phone calls can be difficult to answer in real time. If you call, please leave a voicemail; if there isn't a voicemail, I typically do not return the call since I won't know you're trying to connect. You are also welcome to text me at the number listed. Texting is often the easiest way for me to correspond, as it allows for quick, time-limited communication and enables me to respond more flexibly to respond, which occurs sometimes outside of my normal office hours. You may also email me directly at the email address provided to schedule an appointment or ask questions. I look forward to connecting with you. Safe Space Therapy is currently accepting new clients.

Domestic violence doesn’t just happen to "someone else." It is happening in our communities, in our neighborhoods, and t...
10/07/2026

Domestic violence doesn’t just happen to "someone else." It is happening in our communities, in our neighborhoods, and to people we love. 💔

We can't fix a problem we refuse to see. Here are some hard truths from The National Domestic Violence Hotline that we all need to be talking about:

▪️ 24 people per minute are victims of r**e, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner in the U.S.
▪️ More than 12 million people are affected by intimate partner violence every single year.
▪️ Over 1 in 3 women (35.6%) and 1 in 4 men (28.5%) will experience this type of violence or stalking in their lifetime.
▪️ Almost half of all women and men have experienced psychological aggression by a partner.

Behind every single one of these statistics is a real person; a friend, a coworker, a family member, a neighbor. Abuse thrives in silence, which is why raising our voices, believing survivors, and sharing resources is so critical.

You are not alone, and help is available 24/7. Completely free and confidential.
📞 Call: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
💬 Text: "START" to 88788
💻 Chat/Learn more: thehotline.org

Let's break the silence together. Feel free to share this post. You never know whose feed it might cross who desperately needs to see it today. 💜

If you grew up in an environment where you had to stay alert, keep the peace, hide your feelings, or take care of everyo...
09/28/2026

If you grew up in an environment where you had to stay alert, keep the peace, hide your feelings, or take care of everyone else, it may still be affecting you today. 💜

Childhood trauma doesn’t always look like one single event. Sometimes it is the ongoing experience of not feeling safe, seen, supported, or loved in the ways you needed.

Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) can show up as anxiety, emotional overwhelm, feeling disconnected, difficulty trusting others, people-pleasing, shame, or feeling like you are “too much” or “not enough.”

Please know that these responses do not mean there is something wrong with you. They may be signs that your mind and body learned to protect you the best way it could at the time.

You deserved safety then. You deserve safety, compassion, and support now.

Healing can take time, and you deserve a space where your experiences are met with understanding, patience, and care. 🫶

Hello everyone,Safe Space Therapy will be closed, and I will be out of the office starting Saturday, July 4th through Su...
07/03/2026

Hello everyone,

Safe Space Therapy will be closed, and I will be out of the office starting Saturday, July 4th through Sunday, July 12th, 2026.

I will officially return to the office on Monday, July 13th, 2026.

🗓️ What to Expect While I Am Away:

Delayed Responses: I am stepping away for a brief break to practice what I preach and will be taking some essential time to rest, unplug, and recharge!🌞🏝️

Catching Up: I will respond to all messages, emails, and correspondence in the order they were received when I return. I will be responding to all messages as I am able in between my regularly scheduled sessions, so please be patient with me as this can take time!

Your patience and understanding means the world to me. I look forward to connecting with you all refreshed and ready to support you on July 13th! 🤍

🚨 Please Note: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency while we are away, please do not wait for a response. Call or text 988 for the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, Call YourLife Iowa at (855) 581-8111, or go to your nearest emergency room, or contact local emergency services by dialing 911.

👋 Welcome to Safe Space Therapy! ✨Taking the step to seek support isn't always easy, and I am so glad you are here.🫶 Lif...
06/29/2026

👋 Welcome to Safe Space Therapy! ✨

Taking the step to seek support isn't always easy, and I am so glad you are here.🫶 Life can feel incredibly heavy at times, but you don't have to navigate it alone. I believe in the power of kindness, genuine human connection, and even a little humor to help you heal, work toward your goals, and build a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling. My heart is in providing a welcoming space where you never have to mask who you are. Together, we’ll gently navigate where you are now and work toward where you want to be.💜

As a solo practitioner, it’s just me behind the scenes managing everything! Because I’m often in session, phone calls can be tough to answer in real-time, so here is the best way to get in touch with me:

📱 Texting (Highly Recommended!): This is usually the easiest and fastest way to connect. It allows for quick communication and gives me the flexibility to respond to you, often outside of normal office hours.

📧 Email: Feel free to email me directly to ask questions or request an appointment.

📞 Phone Calls: If you prefer to call, please leave a voicemail! Between car warranty extensions and health insurance bots, my phone stays pretty busy; so if you don't leave a message, I’ll probably assume you're a robot trying to sell me something. Leave a quick voicemail so I know it’s really you! 🤖

💜Safe Space Therapy is currently accepting new clients.

Whether you're ready to dive in or just have a few questions about the process, I look forward to connecting with you. Let’s work toward your goals, together.

A quick reality check for your feed today... 📱✨We scroll past perfect lives, perfect routines, and perfect aesthetics ev...
06/23/2026

A quick reality check for your feed today... 📱✨

We scroll past perfect lives, perfect routines, and perfect aesthetics every day. But let’s be honest: real life happens in the messy middle.

It is entirely okay if today your "best" looks like:

💜Canceling plans to rest without feeling guilty.

💙Leaving the laundry unfolded so you can sleep.

💚Celebrating the tiny wins, like finally drinking enough water.

You don't have to have it all figured out right now. Healing, growing, and just surviving aren't linear paths. If nobody has told you lately: you are doing a wonderful job just navigating the day.

Take a deep breath and let go of the pressure to be perfect. You are enough exactly as you are right now. 🫶

06/15/2026

You can't see a broken heart on an X-ray. You can't always spot anxiety or depression in a crowd. Often, people are fighting quiet battles inside while smiling on the outside.

Because mental health struggles are invisible, we never truly know what someone else is going through. That is why kindness matters so much. A gentle word or a little patience can make a massive difference to someone who is hurting.

If you are carrying a heavy load right now, please know you don't have to do it alone.

If you are looking for support and a safe place to talk, we are here for you.💜

With summer here, schedules often shift and as a result I have a few openings available for new therapy clients.💜Startin...
06/08/2026

With summer here, schedules often shift and as a result I have a few openings available for new therapy clients.💜

Starting therapy is about more than learning coping skills. It's about having a safe, supportive relationship where you can show up as you are, feel heard, and explore what's on your mind without judgment. Healing and growth often happen within the context of feeling emotionally safe and genuinely connected.

Whether you're navigating anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply wanting a space to better understand yourself, therapy can provide that opportunity.

If you've been considering therapy, summer can be a great time to begin. I am currently accepting a limited number of new clients and would be happy to connect to see if we're a good fit. 🫶

I currently have a few therapy spots available, something that doesn’t happen often.💜If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed,...
03/31/2026

I currently have a few therapy spots available, something that doesn’t happen often.💜

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or just quietly carrying more than you let on, you’re not alone. It can be hard to reach out, and even harder to know where to start, but therapy can offer a steady, supportive place to begin making sense of things and finding some relief.

A little about me: I’m an animal lover at heart, and I believe therapy should feel human, not clinical. I show up as my genuine, authentic self, and I value being relatable and real in the room with you. I bring compassion and a touch of humor into sessions when it feels right, because healing doesn’t have to happen in a heavy or intimidating space.

I deeply believe in the power of the ther**eutic relationship. Feeling safe, understood, and connected matters. We’ll move at your speed and your pace; whether that means slowly building trust, learning practical tools, or simply having a place where you can show up exactly as you are.🫶

In our work together, you can expect:
✨ A supportive, non-judgmental space
✨ Help navigating anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions
✨ Space for self-discovery, processing, and growth
✨ Practical tools you can actually use in your day-to-day life

I don’t typically have this much availability, so if you’ve been thinking about therapy, even just a little, this could be a good time to take that first step. 💜

Please feel free to reach out via text, email, or phone call, whatever feels safest for you. If you’re unable to reach us by phone, please leave a message and I'll get back to you as soon as I can.

https://brand.site/SafeSpaceTherapy

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I have a few openings in my schedule and am currently taking on a small number of new clients. If you feel like I might ...
03/11/2026

I have a few openings in my schedule and am currently taking on a small number of new clients. If you feel like I might be a good fit, please don’t hesitate to reach out. 💜

One of my goals as a therapist is to make therapy feel a little less scary and a lot more human. 🫶While the work can absolutely be serious, I also believe that healing can include moments of humor and lightness along the way. Creating a comfortable space where people feel safe to show up as themselves is really important to me.

If you’d like to learn more about me and the work I do, you’re welcome to check out my Psychology Today profile or my website; both share a bit of different information about my approach and services.

If you’re interested in connecting, you can reach out using the email or phone number listed on my website. You’re welcome to contact me by text, phone call, or email to ask questions or get more information. And as always, sharing this post is appreciated in case someone in your circle might be looking for support. 💜

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/nichelle-blakesley-cedar-falls-ia/1260072

https://brand.site/safespacetherapy

Address

3301 Cedar Heights Drive
Cedar Falls, IA
50613

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 4pm
Thursday 7am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 12pm

Telephone

+13194937613

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