Sandplay therapy is a deeply profound and transformative process. Sandplay is based on Jungian psychology, developed by Dora Kalff a Jungian psychoanalyst and has roots in Eastern traditions as well. It is an experiential method that uses symbols and archetypes to communicate and express material in the psyche which may or may not be conscious to the mind. Through the creating of successive sand scenes one can access the deeper Self, or Soul and witness what the Soul is communicating. Sandplay does not depend on words so it is especially beneficial for those situations when words are inadequate or triggering, such as in trauma experiences.
Sandplay therapy is offered weekly, every other week, or as Sandplay intensives which are several trays completed over a short period of time. As a Sandplay client, when you are ready to enter the sand, you will be provided with a sandtray and various figurines and objects with which to create your sand scene. You will enter the realm of play and creativity, allowing your subconscious to guide your work in order to access deeper levels of communication with the psyche. As a practitioner I will witness and hold space for you and your work. We will then witness together your completed sand scene and you will have a chance to share your thoughts, feelings, insights, connections, anything that is present for you in the moment. We will process whatever emerges here.
It is an honor and privilege to provide Sandplay therapy to bring healing individually and collectively. I believe every movement towards healing has a ripple effect in the world around us.
Sandplay is an evidence-based treatment and ongoing studies continue to validate the effectiveness of this therapeutic modality.