Old and New Horizons of Sandplay Therapy: Mindfulness and Neural Integration

Sandplay Therapy is a psychological approach that was developed in the 1960s by Dora Kalff and is based on the psychology of C.G. Jung and Margaret Lowenfeld. It is used for psychotherapy, psychological counseling, and personality development with children and adults. This book discusses how to understand the processes clients experience in Sandplay Therapy, including techniques such as spontaneous embodiment, the use of colors, spontaneous poetry, entering into the dream, and understanding the work done in a Sandplay process. These techniques are valuable for supervision and can also be used in therapy to help clients reconnect with their bodies and feelings.

Format: Hardback
Length: 248 pages
Publication date: 01 December 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This insightful and comprehensive book delves into the realm of Sandplay Therapy, a method founded in the 1960s by Dora Kalff. Drawing upon the psychology of C.G. Jung and Margaret Lowenfeld, as well as inspiration from eastern contemplative traditions, Sandplay Therapy has proven to be an effective approach for psychotherapy, psychological counseling, and personality development among children and adults alike.

The genesis of this book can be traced back to a collaborative effort between a supervision and research group of Italian therapists, who met regularly for over a decade under the guidance of Martin Kalff. The primary objective of this book is to delve deeper into the processes clients encounter during Sandplay Therapy. A notable aspect of Sandplay is the ability to create scenes within a box filled with sand. Through the shaping and manipulation of the sand, along with the use of miniature figures, humans, animals, trees, and various other elements, worlds emerge, reflecting both inner conflicts and untapped healing potential.

Within the pages of this book, various techniques based on mindfulness are explored. These techniques include "spontaneous embodiment," the utilization of colors, spontaneous poetry, "entering into the dream," and understanding the work accomplished within a Sandplay process. Additionally, examples of clinical cases are presented, showcasing the practical application of these techniques. These techniques not only hold value for supervision but can also be employed in therapy to assist clients in reconnecting with their bodies and emotions.

By exploring the rich tapestry of Sandplay Therapy, this book offers valuable insights into the therapeutic journey, providing practitioners and clients alike with a deeper understanding of the power of play and the transformative potential it holds.

Weight: 620g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367756734