What is Sandtray Therapy?

Sandtray therapy can be a profound window into our inner world, allowing us to connect to our subconscious and psyche in ways that may not always be possible through traditional talk therapy. This approach can be supportive for people of all ages, and is particularly helpful if we are feeling "stuck" or are having difficulty putting our feelings or experiences into words.

When I'm doing sandtray therapy with someone, I invite them first to explore the sensory experience of interacting with the sand in the tray. This is often very soothing for people and can evoke positive memories of being at the beach, playing as a child, and feeling relaxed. I then invite the client to create a world in the sand tray using the figurines and objects I have available. I encourage them to connect to their intuition and select items they feel drawn to, even if they don't know why or don't even like them. 

After taking a tour of the world, we then engage in an inquiry process with what is showing up in the sand tray. Often clients have aha moments and make new connections about themselves, their relationships, and their journey. 

One of my favorite parts about sandtray therapy is that we don't have to fully understand what is showing up in order for it to work. There is a deep, rich processing that happens below the surface and continues to unfold and integrate after the session ends. Every time we use sandtray therapy, I am reminded of the truth that we all have an inner wisdom and knowing, and that tapping into this can have a powerful impact on our healing and growth.

If you are curious to learn more or to try out this technique, I encourage you to reach out!