Sand Tray Therapy
Sand Tray Therapy is a gentle, expressive intervention that allows clients to explore thoughts, emotions, and experiences through symbolic play. Using miniature figures in a sand tray, clients create scenes that reflect their internal world—often revealing insights that are difficult to put into words.
Sand tray work is highly effective for children, but it is also powerful for teens and adults who benefit from creative, nonverbal exploration.
How Sand Tray Therapy Helps
-
Supports emotional expression
-
Builds self-awareness
-
Helps process trauma in a safe, contained way
-
Encourages problem-solving and creativity
-
Reduces anxiety by using sensory grounding
​
What Sessions Look Like
Clients select miniatures, arrange them in the tray, and explore the story, symbolism, and emotions that emerge. The therapist acts as a witness and guide—not interpreting for the client but helping them uncover meaning at their own pace.
