What sandtray therapy is
Sandtray therapy uses a tray of sand and a collection of small figures and objects. You choose miniatures and arrange them in the sand to build a scene, sometimes called a "world." Building the scene is part of the work, so it doesn't depend on finding the right words.
What a session can look like
Miniatures usually include people, animals, buildings, nature pieces, fantasy figures and everyday objects. After a tray is built, we might talk about the scene, or simply notice it together. There's no right or wrong way to build a tray, and no art or play skills are needed.
Who it's often used with
Sandtray is used with children, teens and adults. Because it's hands-on and doesn't rely only on talking, it can be a comfortable option for people who find it hard to put things into words.
Melissa to confirm: anything specific about how she uses sandtray
Every child, teen, family and adult is different. If you're not sure which approach is right, that's exactly what a consultation is for.