Exploring Attachment Rhythms in Sandtray Therapy

• Dates: January 21st - 23rd

  
  
  
  

  Times: Central US time-presenter based in Austin, Texas, USA

  • Day 1 & 2: 9 am - 4:45 pm

  • Day 3 : 9 am - 12:15 pm

  
  

  CE: The World Association of Sand Therapy Professionals recognizes Marshall as a Registered Sand Therapist-Consultant/Trainer (RST-C/T). Exploring Attachment Rhythms in Sandtray Therapy has been approved by NBCC for NBCC credit. Marshall Lyles is solely responsible for all aspects of the program. NBCC Approval No. SP-5204.” 

  
  

• Presenter: Marshall Lyles, MA, LPC-S, LMFT-S, RPT-S, EMDRIA Approved Consultant

  
  
  
  

  Description: This three-day course will consist of a combination of lecture, group discussion, and many experiential activities as participants learn about the application of attachment theory to play therapy through the use of sandtray. Time will be dedicated to understanding the relational neuroscience involved in using an expressive play modality like sandtray to treat attachment trauma. This workshop can be applied to work with clients of various ages as well as individual, couple and family, and group treatment. Experiential learning will be prominent so be aware that you may encounter sensitive information when practicing the expressive techniques.

  
  
  
  

  Learning objectives:

  1. Discuss overlapping histories of attachment theory and sandtray/play therapies

  2. Describe methodology of attachment-based play therapy through use of sandtray materials and techniques 

  3. Discuss the perspectives offered by the relational neurosciences on expressive play therapy (in the sandtray)

  4. Apply attachment-based play therapy interventions in the sandtray

  5. Structure play therapy parent consultations that set parents up for sandtray success

  6. Apply sandtray-based protocols to play therapy treatment planning with children, adults, and systems

  7. Discuss person of the sandtray therapist implications when doing attachment healing

  8. Apply attachment-focused case conceptualization for family play/sandtray therapy clients

  
  

  Registration information: The registration fee is $600. If a payment plan or support is needed, put that in the questions section of the registration form and you will be contacted with details about how to proceed.

  
  
  
  

  Cancellation policy: Registration is non-refundable, but registrants can secure their own replacement.

  
  
  
  

  Please contact marshall.lyles.assistant@gmail.com for any questions related to this event