Get weekly notifications for new group therapy session times.
Are you interested in joining an online group therapy session? Subscribe and receive weekly updates for new group therapy session times at Grouport.
.png)
Learn DBT Skills In A Group
Weekly sessions are available. Grouport offers therapist-led dialectical behavior therapy skills groups online. The first 12 weeks covers fundamental DBT skills.
Learn more
Sandplay therapy is a powerful form of expressive therapy that allows individuals to navigate through their unconscious thoughts and emotions. Through symbolic modeling with sand and miniatures, it provides an opportunity for individuals to express feelings and experiences that might otherwise be difficult to articulate. This article will delve into the underpinnings of sandplay therapy, its process, and its therapeutic benefits.
Sandplay therapy, rooted in the theories of Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung, views the psyche as naturally inclined towards healing and self-regulation. It leverages the symbolic nature of the unconscious mind to facilitate this healing process. In sandplay therapy, the sandbox becomes a safe container for emotions, thoughts, and inner conflicts, while the miniatures act as representations of various aspects of the individual's life and psyche.
The therapist in sandplay therapy takes on a non-intrusive and non-directive role. They provide a safe and supportive environment for the individual to express freely. The therapist observes, reflects, and holds space for the individual's process, facilitating understanding and integration of the unconscious material into conscious awareness.
The individual is encouraged to choose from a wide array of miniatures to create a scene in the sandbox. The selection and placement of the figures are driven by the individual's internal processes and unconscious inclinations. This creation phase is often characterized by a deep engagement and concentration as the individual's inner world unfolds in the sandbox.
Unlike other forms of therapy, in sandplay therapy, interpretation is not immediate. The therapist and the individual often do not discuss the scene right after its creation. Over time, as more scenes are created, patterns and themes emerge, which can then be explored in discussions with the therapist, leading to insights and self-awareness.
Sandplay therapy offers a medium for expressing feelings that are difficult to verbalize. It provides a tangible form to the abstract elements of emotions and experiences, making them more accessible and less overwhelming to confront.
By facilitating the integration of unconscious material into consciousness, sandplay therapy promotes healing and transformation. It enables individuals to gain a better understanding of themselves, resolve inner conflicts, and develop healthier coping mechanisms.
Sandplay therapy has been used with success in treating a variety of mental health conditions, including trauma, anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues. It's a versatile tool that can be adapted to work with different age groups, from children to adults.
In essence, sandplay therapy is a profound journey of self-discovery and healing. By creating a physical representation of their inner world in the sandbox, individuals can explore, understand, and reconcile with their unconscious thoughts and emotions, fostering their mental health and well-being.
Grouport Therapy provides online group therapy for anger management, anxiety, borderline personality, chronic illness, depression, dialectical behavior therapy, grief and loss, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship issues and trauma and PTSD. Our licensed therapist leads weekly group sessions conducted remotely in the comfort of members' homes. According to participant feedback, 70% experienced significant improvements within 8 weeks.
You don't have to face these challenges alone. Join our community and work together towards a brighter future. Sign up for one of our courses today and begin your journey towards meaningful, lasting change and renewed hope.
Due to licensing restrictions, our online group therapy sessions are for Florida, New York, and New Jersey residents. If you are not a resident of either state, consider our dialectical behavior therapy skills group. It is a therapist-instructor-led online group that will teach you strategic new skills to replace behaviors and emotions causing friction in your daily life and relationships. It is excellent for interpersonal connections and building social skills concerning relationship issues.
We offer online group therapy, & each group has a personalized program of guidance, support, skills, and advice developed by our therapists.
Space is limited, so reserve your seat today.
