Sandtray Play Therapy for Adults NY
Prerequisite: Must have basic sandtray training, for example, Introduction to Sandtray Play Therapy.
Sand is said to provide a direct connection to the unconscious and as such, it works for not just children, but adults as well. Sandtray for adults and couples can be complimentary to traditional therapeutic approaches. Using sand with couples can be a powerful tool to help couples reduce their defenses while exploring the difficulties in their relationship. The dynamics of relationships will be discussed and used as a guide when introducing adults and couples to sandtray therapy. The concepts of unmet emotional needs, unspoken expectations, conflict, connection and communication will be explored through experiential sandtray exercises. Directive and non-directive approaches will be explored and rehearsed. Miniatures suitable for adults in addition to those provided for children will be discussed as well. Participants will continue the experiential training by creating their own sandtrays.
**Participants must bring their own small sandtray, sand and a few miniatures for the experiential portion of this training.**
Objectives:
- Describe how sandtray play therapy came to be and those who originated the practice
- Discuss the benefits of sandtray play therapy for children and how it can be used for adults
- Identify miniatures that are suitable for adults clients
- Demonstrate how to implement sandtray play therapy with adults by constructing and holding trays
- Identify directive and non-directive approaches to sandtray play therapy with adults
- Discuss process for documenting sandtray play therapy with adults
Presenter: Amanda Bechtel, ATR-BC, LCPC, LCPAT
Amanda is a board certified registered art therapist, licensed clinical professional counselor and licensed clinical professional art therapist and certified as a Practitioner Member of Sandplay Therapists of America. In addition to eating disorders, she has used art therapy to treat symptoms of depression, anxiety, self-injurious behavior and substance abuse. She holds a certificate in advanced trauma treatment.
Cost:
- Early Bird (Until April 7, 2018) $175.00
- Late Price (April 8 and after) $200.00
ADA Accommodations: Please let us know at least three weeks in advance of ADA needs.
Cancellation Policy: Written cancellation must be received in our office at least ten working days prior to the training. A $25.00 processing fee will be deducted from your refund. Otherwise, a voucher will be given. If you do not notify us a minimum of ten business days prior to the training of your intent to cancel, you will not receive a refund or credit.
Continuing Education:
Social Workers/Psychologists/MFCCs/Play Therapists CE Hours: 6
NBCC: 6 Clock Hours/0.6 CEUs
CBPS is approved by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners to sponsor Category I continuing education programs; CBPS is an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP) and may offer NBCC-approved clock hours for events that meet NBCC requirements. CBPS solely is responsible for all aspects of the program. NBCC Provider #5763; approved by the National Association of School Psychologists, approval #1067. APT Approved Provider 97-034. CBPS, LLC is recognized by NY SED’s State Board for Social Work, provider #0122 and Mental Health Counselors, provider #MHC-0009, and Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists, provider #MFT-0008. CBPS maintains responsibility for this training.