Sandtray Applications to Trauma Therapy: A Model Towards Relational Harmony

Sandtray Applications to Trauma Therapy provides an overview of the theory and practicalities of using sandtray therapy with traumatized patients, including neuroaffective communication, directive and non-directive working methodologies, and the neurobiology behind the technique. It is designed for sandtray practitioners, trauma therapists, psychologists, and psychiatrists working with patients who have experienced abandonment, mistreatment, or sexual abuse.

Format: Hardback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 18 August 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Sandtray Applications to Trauma Therapy delves into the theoretical foundations and practical applications of sandtray therapy in the treatment of traumatized individuals, encompassing both children and adults. The book commences by addressing the most commonly posed inquiries that professionals encounter when employing sandtray therapy. It proceeds to elucidate the Barudy and Dantagnan model of trauma therapy, offering a comprehensive framework for understanding and integrating sandtray therapy with patients who have undergone traumatic experiences. The subsequent chapters delve into the significance of neuroaffective communication, outlining directive and non-directive working methodologies, while also exploring how to employ the technique for regulating emotions, empowering individuals, and facilitating resilient integration of trauma. A notable chapter authored by the second author, Dr. Raffael Benito, provides a detailed exploration of the neurobiology underpinning sandtray therapy, outlining the intricate processes that occur in the brain of a patient during a sandtray session. Throughout the book, transcripts of clinical cases, sandtray images, and authentic client stories are seamlessly integrated, enhancing the reader's understanding and application of this therapeutic approach. This comprehensive and practical volume holds appeal to sandtray practitioners, trauma therapists, psychologists, and psychiatrists who specialize in working with patients who have undergone experiences of abandonment, mistreatment, or sexual abuse, among other forms of trauma.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032416601