Play Therapy

What is Sand Tray Therapy?

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Picture of sand, with kids play with marbles, shovel and other sand toys

Sand tray therapy is a form of expressive therapy. It utilizes a tray filled with sand and miniature objects or figurines. It is often used as a therapeutic intervention for individuals, including children, who have experienced trauma. During this intervention, clients create scenes or representations in the sand using the objects provided.  This allows clients … Read more

Back to School = Change + Transitions

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Child first day of school, sitting at desk and opening new pencil pouch.

Transition: Back to School This time of year, at least in Indiana, marks the end of summer. With a new school year starting for many people. The beginning of the school year is usually an exciting transition. But for highly sensitive persons, it can be exciting AND difficult! Because of this, I like to write … Read more