Whole Self Therapists

Whole Self Therapists A group practice of six trauma-informed therapists who believe in the importance of healing the body,

Feelings need to be felt — not fixed.When we validate a child’s emotional experience, we teach them that their inner wor...
12/30/2025

Feelings need to be felt — not fixed.

When we validate a child’s emotional experience, we teach them that their inner world is not “too much,” “bad,” or “wrong.”

Try saying:
"I can understand that you’re feeling ___. It’s okay to feel that way."
"It’s okay that you don’t enjoy ___. I didn’t always enjoy ___ either."

You’re teaching them emotional literacy. You’re helping them build a healthy relationship with themselves.

You don’t have to strive to become worthy.You already are—because the Artist who shaped you doesn’t make mistakes.So man...
12/28/2025

You don’t have to strive to become worthy.
You already are—because the Artist who shaped you doesn’t make mistakes.

So many of us spend years searching for validation…
Am I enough?
Do I matter?
Is who I am good?

This verse is the gentle answer:
Yes. You are His masterpiece.
Not just made by God, but made with intention, purpose, and love.

Your soul was designed with care.
Your body holds sacred breath.
Your spirit carries a divine imprint.

Even on the days when you feel unfinished or unseen—
You are still a work of art in the hands of the Master Creator.

Today, rest in the truth that you don’t need to earn what has already been spoken over you:
Valued. Chosen. Enough.

This is your sign to do something pointless and wonderful today.
12/27/2025

This is your sign to do something pointless and wonderful today.

This season can hold both beauty and tenderness —Joy and griefConnection and lonelinessCelebration and overstimulationNo...
12/25/2025

This season can hold both beauty and tenderness —
Joy and grief
Connection and loneliness
Celebration and overstimulation

No matter what this holiday looks like for you, may you remember this:
What every child — and every soul — needs at Christmas isn’t perfection…
Its presence.

Comfort that says, “You don’t have to go through this alone.”
Validation that says, “It’s okay to feel everything you’re feeling.”
Affirmation that says, “You matter deeply — not because of what you do, but because of who you are.”

This is the heart of Christmas.

A Love that came near.
A Light that made room for both the joy and the mess.
A presence that stays.

From our hearts to yours — may you feel held, seen, and gently guided this Christmas.

With warmth,


Every child deserves to feel seen for who they are — not just what they do.Affirmation tells a child, “You matter. You a...
12/23/2025

Every child deserves to feel seen for who they are — not just what they do.

Affirmation tells a child, “You matter. You are good. I see the light in you.”

Try saying:
"You did great by trying something new!"
"That was very kind of you to ___."
"I think it's great that you're such a good friend."

Notice how these phrases affirm the child’s character and effort, not just outcomes.

There is something sacred about being seen and affirmed.To hear:“You are good.”“You belong.”“You matter.”This is the voi...
12/21/2025

There is something sacred about being seen and affirmed.
To hear:
“You are good.”
“You belong.”
“You matter.”

This is the voice of God echoing through the love of a parent.
Not for what we do — but simply for who we are.

Children are wired for affirmation because their souls were created for connection.

Validation and affirmation aren’t just parenting strategies — they are spiritual nourishment.

They remind us of the truth we were born knowing:
I am loved because I am.

Today, may we practice giving what God so freely gives to us.
Unconditional love.
Gentle presence.
Joy in simply being together.

This is your weekly reminder: joy is a legitimate need.
12/20/2025

This is your weekly reminder: joy is a legitimate need.

Comfort is not fixing — it’s being with.When a child is in distress, the most powerful thing we can do is be present.The...
12/18/2025

Comfort is not fixing — it’s being with.

When a child is in distress, the most powerful thing we can do is be present.
They don’t need big solutions. They need your calm nervous system, your words of safety, and your nonjudgmental presence.

Try saying:
"I know this is a difficult time. I'm here, and I will help you."
"I can sit here and hold your hand until you feel better again."

This is what co-regulation looks like.

We often wonder, “Am I giving my child what they truly need to thrive emotionally?"The truth is, children don’t need per...
12/16/2025

We often wonder, “Am I giving my child what they truly need to thrive emotionally?"

The truth is, children don’t need perfection—they need presence.

“As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you.” – Isaiah 66:13Comfort is not a small thing.It's the heartbeat o...
12/14/2025

“As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you.” – Isaiah 66:13

Comfort is not a small thing.
It's the heartbeat of divine love.

When we comfort our children, we reflect the nature of God — not as distant or harsh, but as with us, tender, and attuned to our pain.

Sometimes the most spiritual thing we can do is sit beside the hurting with a soft voice and open arms.

This week, may we remember:
God doesn’t rush our healing.
God isn’t afraid of big emotions.
God stays near.

And when we stay near our children in their distress, we mirror the holy.

WE HAVE THE MEMES!It is serotonin Saturday, sit back, relax, and enjoy the memes.
12/13/2025

WE HAVE THE MEMES!
It is serotonin Saturday, sit back, relax, and enjoy the memes.

Change can feel scary.Doing it differently might bring up fear, uncertainty, or guilt—especially if you're used to peopl...
12/11/2025

Change can feel scary.

Doing it differently might bring up fear, uncertainty, or guilt—especially if you're used to people-pleasing or over-functioning.

That doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong.
It means you’re growing.

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