How is Sandplay used therapeutically?
The sand tray is a container within which both children and adults can create a scene with small objects. An expressive image can be created, a soothing and centering design, as well as a story and playful or dramatic activity. Each person’s experience is unique for a moment in time, and is reflective of one’s inner state. With the fluidity of the sand expression openness for change emerges. A dialogue about the scene takes place sometimes during the process of creating it or immediately after. At times, the activity itself is therapeutic and no further commentary is required.
