Sandtray

Sandtray refers to psychotherapies that use sand, water, and miniatures in a tray of sand where clients create a three-dimensional "world." This story-driven book is based in clinical practice and illustrated by 40 photographs and charts. Students, experienced play therapists, and psychotherapists alike will discover how to negotiate both verbal and nonverbal therapeutic interactions. A detailed framework for approaching Sandtray and play therapy is provided based on interpersonal neurobiology and Margaret Lowenfeld's play research.

Preface
List of Photographs, Drawings, and Charts
Chapter 1 Sand Play Beginnings
Chapter 2 Language and Image
Chapter 3 Harmonic Resonance: Playing Together
Chapter 4 Making Meanings
Chapter 5 Readiness: Entering Play
Chapter 6 Aspects 1 & 2: Introducing the Sandtray Process and World Creation
Chapter 7 Aspects 3 & 4: Silent Reverie and Reflecting/Directing
Chapter 8 Aspects 5 & 6: Entering into and Exploring from Inside the Sand World
Chapter 9 Aspects 7-10: Concluding a Sandtray Session
Chapter 10 Children's Active Sandtrays
Chapter 11 Traumatized Children
Conclusion
Appendix A: Materials, Sandtray Set-ups, and Miniature Basics
Appendix B: Frequently Asked Questions
Appendix C: More Sandtray Therapist Exercises
References
Index
About the Author