Sandtray Therapy is a powerful therapeutic technique that enables an individual to express themselves, process experiences and help explore their inner world through a tactile model. It is often a non-verbal experience relieving the pressure to find words, and is appropriate for ages 3 and up.
The sand regulates nervous systems and creates focus, the water supports emotions, The symbols can be individuals, resources or represent movement. A Sandworld is a story or experience, A series of sandworlds supports processing of experiences and build resilience.
At Connections Melissa, a registered nurse, provides sandtray therapy with a special interest working with children that has experiences medical trauma. Sandtray Therapy is a powerful therapeutic approach that helps individuals express themselves, process experiences, and explore their inner world. Often non-verbal, this method alleviates the pressure of finding words, making it accessible and effective for individuals aged 3 and up.
The Sand: Helps regulate the nervous system and fosters focus.
The Water: Represents and supports the processing of emotions.
The Symbols: Serve as representations of individuals, resources, or
movement.
The Sandworld: A symbolic story or experience created in the sandtray.
The Process: A series of sandworlds facilitates deeper processing,
fosters healing, and builds resilience.
At Connections, Sandtray Therapy is provided by Melissa Tait, a registered nurse, with a special focus on supporting children who have experienced medical trauma.
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