An Introduction to Jungian Sandplay Therapy
Sandplay is “a therapeutic method developed by Dora Kalff, in Switzerland. It is based on the psychological principals of C.G. Jung. Sandplay is a creative form of therapy using the imagination.... It is characterized by the use of sand, water and miniatures in the creation of images within a ‘free and protected space’ of the therapeutic rela- tionship and the sand tray. A series of Sandplay images portrayed in the sand tray create an ongoing dialogue between the conscious and the unconscious aspects of the client’s psyche, which activates a healing process and the development of the personality. This therapeutic method may be successfully applied to individual work with both adults and children.” (isst-society.com)
This sandplay workshop is open to all experience levels. We welcome therapists and counselors who are interested in learning more about using sand and miniatures in their practice. In this small group setting, we will share case material and together analyze and discuss the images and content in sand tray scenes. This is an excellent way to become familiar with the power of the symbolic language.
About the Presenter:
Gretchen Watts is a Certified Sandplay Therapist Teaching Member of Sandplay Therapists of America (STA) and the International Society of Sandplay Therapy(ISST). She currently serves on the
Board of Trustees of STA. Gretchen Watts has presented nationally, and at the ISST World Congress in Hawaii, 2017. She is past Co-President of the Nashville Jung Circle, and a published author. She offers monthly sandplay teaching as well as process work and consultation for those seeking certification in STA. Gretchen Watts provides supervision for interns at Harvest Hands Community Development, a local free clinic for children. She is currently in private practice in Nashville, Tennessee, USA where she works with adults, adolescents, and children. She can be reached through gretchenwatts.com.
This workshop will be for all levels of training.
Six Continuing Education Hours are included in the cost with accredited play therapy and sandplay education hours. Play therapy credit available to mental health professionals and graduate students in a mental health program.
This event is sponsored by Connect Counseling Center, LLC and APT Approved Provider 21-642.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Part 1
Identify unique aspects of play therapy and Jungian Sandplay therapy in theory, research, and practice.
Explore archetypes and the symbolic language of the unconscious.
Engage in an experiential Jungian Sandplay experience and compare to the use of sand tray therapy used in play therapy.
Part 2
Deeply review Jungian Sandplay Therapy case material.
Describe the personal and collective use of symbols in Jungian Sandplay Therapy and Play Therapy.
Observe stages and themes in Jungian sandplay process and compare this with Play therapy.
Please email jasminehiland@gmail.com to register or with any questions!
Refund and Cancellation Policy:
We will make every effort to work with you and resolve issues related to refunds or cancellations. Due to the nature of this training, materials will be purchased prior to the training for the purposes of experiential activities. Therefore, we are not able to offer a refund within 48 hours of the date of the training unless the refund is requested due to unforeseen illness.
Selected Readings:
Addressing the Creativity Crisis: Sandplay Therapists’ Mode-shifting and Professional Identity Development. Rachel McRoberts. The Journal of Sandplay Therapy. Volume 3, Number 2, 2022.
When East and West Become Irrelevant: Neumann’s “Unitary Reality” and Its relevance to Sandplay Therapy. Michal Troudart. The Journal of Sandplay Therapy. Volume 32, Number 2, 2023.
From Trauma To Healing: A child’s Journey. Elizabeth Craft. The Journal of Sandplay Therapy. Volume 33, Number 1, 2024.