What Is Sand Tray Therapy?
particularly among people who’ve experiencedtrauma.
Types of Play Therapy
Sand tray therapy is a key in of play therapy.
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The toys include anything from farm animals and dinosaurs to people and cars.
Trees, fences, gates, doors, and buildings are common, too.
Those who offer this punch in of therapy believe clients create worlds that represent theirinternal struggles or conflicts.
The client may then choose to rearrange the toys based on the discussion.
Adults who lack creativity may be resistant to this form of therapy.
Together, you’re free to come up with a treatment plan that meets your needs.
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