Witnessing the Unspoken: An Introduction to Clinical Sandtray Practice
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Overview Unlock the power of sandtray in play therapy with 4 hours of hands-on learning, skills, and strategies you can use right away. This interactive training is designed for clinicians ready to explore the creative and healing possibilities of sandtray within play therapy. Whether you are practicing in an agency, private practice, or school setting, this workshop offers a dynamic introduction to the philosophy, history, and theoretical foundations of sandtray as a play therapy tool. Participants will not only learn the rationale behind sandtray but will also engage in experiential activities to practice essential play therapy skills such as tracking, reflecting, and returning responsibility. Together, we will explore the materials and miniatures that bring sandtray work to life and consider how to create collections that reflect diversity and inclusivity. Through hands-on practice and discussion, participants will discover how sandtray can be applied across the lifespan - supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families in expressing their stories and building pathways toward healing. Cultural and ethical considerations, including confidentiality, documentation, and respectful use of symbols, will be woven throughout. By the conclusion of this workshop, you will be equipped to integrate sandtray into your play therapy practice as a flexible, powerful intervention that supports symbolic expression, fosters connection, and promotes growth.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling
Certified Master Social Worker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Disclosure statements
General Disclosure Statement for Witnessing the Unspoken: An Introduction to Clinical Sandtray Practice
Because this is an experiential workshop, participants may encounter strong emotions or unexpected personal insights while engaging in sandtray activities. Sharing symbolic creations in breakout groups may feel vulnerable, and confidentiality among participants cannot be guaranteed in a virtual setting. While the skills taught are foundational, further training and supervision are recommended before applying sandtray interventions clinically. Participants are encouraged to engage only at their comfort level, and may opt out of any activity. If distress arises, attendees are responsible for seeking appropriate personal or professional support.
Presenter Disclosure
Andrea Mann, MS, NCC, LMHC-S, RPT-S, CAdPT-A, RST, is the owner of Pathways Counseling, LLC and receives financial compensation for presenting this training. She has no known conflicts of interest or commercial support related to the content of this presentation.
The presentation includes a discussion of play therapy interventions that utilize sandtray, informed by contributions from established leaders in the field of play therapy and sandtray practice. No proprietary content or materials are required for purchase.
All case examples referenced are either composites or are fully de-identified to maintain confidentiality.
Continuing Education Disclosure
This workshop provides 4 Non-Contact Continuing Education hours, including 3 hours of Play Therapy Skills and Methods and 1 hours of Play Therapy Cultural and Social Diversity Topics. Pathways Counseling, LLC is an APT Approved Provider 25-788 and is solely responsible for the program and its content.
It is the responsibility of each participant to confirm CE acceptance with their licensing board(s).
Certificates will be provided upon full attendance and submission of a completed post-event evaluation.