Sandplay Therapy: A Step-by-Step Manual for Psychotherapists of Diverse Orientations (Hardcover)

Name: Sandplay Therapy: A Step-by-Step Manual for Psychotherapists of Diverse Orientations (Hardcover)
Brand: W. W. Norton & Company
SKU: B-SPTH
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by Barbara Labovitz Boik, E. Anna Goodwin

Comprehensive in nature, this book provides the foundation for both novice and experienced professionals to perform sandplay therapy effectively with adults, children, and couples.

Sandplay utilizes a small tray of wet or dry sand, in which clients create scenes using miniature objects--a nonverbal communication of their internal and external worlds. For therapists interested in exploring the ways that sandplay facilitates growth and healing and in expanding their reservoir of therapeutic tools by incorporating sandplay into their practices, this practical handbook will be an invaluable resource.

After presenting the history and benefits of sandplay, the authors describe how to create a sandplay therapy room, including choosing sand containers, finding evocative objects, and displaying objects appropriately. They provide detailed, step-by-step instructions on how to conduct spontaneous and directed sandplay therapy sessions with individuals, couples, children, and families.

Various ways of recording the creation of a sand world are described, so that both the process and the product will be saved even after the sand tray is dismantled. Not only does the book establish the foundation for incorporating sandplay into the reader's current psychotherapeutic practice, but it will also stimulate the creative process of the professional. Like the client who sees internal and interpersonal dynamics and dilemmas pictured in the sand, the therapist will find that this powerful experiential tool reveals insights, information, and avenues to explore.

The authors illustrate the process with numerous sandplay experiences with clients. They also discuss clients for whom sandplay is contraindicated and some problems that might arise. To encourage the growth of the therapist, they include instructions on personal sandplay work.

Additional Product Info

Topics:	Sand Tray/Sandplay
ISBN:	9780393703191
Page count:	278
Recommended ages:	Not specified. See product description.
Printed in:	USA

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Great work.

by Tracy Bovee

March 19 2019

Great work.

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Useful introductory manual for every therapist !

by Anastasia Zalatariof

January 4 2021

Useful introductory manual for every therapist !

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Excellent hands-on instruction for anyone looking to advance their...

by Ernesto Finales

February 15 2022

Excellent hands-on instruction for anyone looking to advance their play therapy and sand tray skills. Whether its a refresher or part of continued education for experienced clinician, this resource has current and applicable skills that are sure to be useful in all aspects of clinical services.

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