Sandplay is “a therapeutic method developed by Dora Kalff, in Switzerland. It is based on the psychological principals of C.G. Jung.
Sandplay is a creative form of therapy using the imagination…. It is characterized by the use of sand, water and miniatures in the creation of images within a ‘free and protected space’ of the therapeutic relationship and the sand tray. A series of Sandplay images portrayed in the sand tray create an ongoing dialogue between the conscious and the unconscious aspects of the client’s psyche, which activates a healing process and the development of the personality. This therapeutic method may be successfully applied to individual work with both adults and children.” (isst-society.com) This sandplay workshop is open to all experience levels. We wel- come therapists and counselors who are interested in learning more about using sand and miniatures in their practice. In this small group setting, we will share case material and together analyze and discuss the images and content in sand tray scenes. This is an excellent way to become familiar with the power of the symbolic language.
Learning Objectives
PART 1
• Identify unique aspects of sandplay therapy in theory, research, and practice
• Explore archetypes and the symbolic language of the unconscious
• Engage in an experiential sandplay experience
PART 2
• Deeply review sandplay therapy case material.
• Describe the personal and collective use of symbols
• Observe stages and themes in the sandplay process