Sandplay: Therapy for Children
Sandplay is a therapeutic approach that builds on a child's natural inclination to play.
The use of sand and figurines in therapy is an effective way of helping children who are experiencing a wide range of emotional, behavioural, learning and social problems.
Through Sandplay children can create, understand and change their personal world. In the "free and protected space of the tray"*, Sandplay can provide the opportunity to resolve conflicts, express feelings, develop problem-solving skills, and assist clients in discovering new ways of relating to themselves, family and others.
This process may be verbal or non-verbal therapeutic approach and is ideal for many children with different verbal abilities. It is an approach that is also valued by adult clients. [* Dora Kalff: developer of Sandplay]
Useful Links for families
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Alberta Health Services: intake 587-259-5513. AHS has a team of clinicians who specialize in children's mental health
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Department of Justice Canada: Makingmp-fdp.pdf (justice.gc.ca)
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Department of Justice Canada: What happens next: Information for kids about separation and divorce. https://ab.familieschange.ca/en
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Family Education Society: https://www.familyeducationsociety.org
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Natasha Daniels: https://www.anxioustoddlers.com/
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Triple P parenting: triplep-parenting.ca