Sand Tray Therapy

Sand tray therapy is an expressive process allowing clients to heal from traumatic events through the use of miniature toys and sand. Although this model has been commonly utilized with children, it can be a successful technique for adults, teens, families, and groups as well. Through this self-created expressive scene (often a reflection of the client’s own life), clients can resolve individual and relational issues, identify areas of strength, and construct some form of meaning behind what happened. Sometimes, a client can accomplish this solely through their expressive creation. Other times, the therapist will use guided questions to help the client gain awareness and reflect underlying meanings.