SandStory®

SandStory Therapy® is a type of therapy that uses sand and other small objects (symbols) to create a visual representation of a person’s thoughts, emotions, and experiences. In this type of therapy, the individual is given a tray filled with sand and a variety of symbols to choose from, such as small figures, shells, or stones and anything that can represent a small world.  These symbols can be used to create a story in the sand.

The SandStory therapist guides the individual in the process of creating a story or a scene in the sand. This can help them express their innermost thoughts and emotions, giving a window for their unconscious to rise and things that are often difficult to put into words can have space to be shared.

SandStory Therapy® is a gentle and safe way to explore the parts of ourselves that aren’t easily accessed through more traditional talking therapies. The idea is not for the SandStory Therapist to interpret or direct the client’s process but to be fully present and to hold the space so the client can find meaning and integrate their own deeper understanding of themselves.

You can come with a question in mind or simply allow the symbols to choose you and active your innate wisdom.

SandStory Therapy® Training Level 1 This course is suitable for qualified therapists and counsellors only (or those very near completion of their training) This is due to the skills and knowledge needed to practice SandStory Therapy® safely with clients in a clinical context.  Should you have an interest in SandStory but do not have clinical training or experience, please look at the SandStory Skills® training below.

SandStory Skills® Training This course is suitable for those who support the wellbeing of others but are not qualified as counsellors or therapists.

SandStory Therapy® This is not a training. You are invited to book sessions to support your own wellbeing

Supervision Supervision is suitable for anyone working in roles that may require them to work with people, and where challenging or relationally complex situations can arise.