Introduction to Sandplay
When: October 27, 2021 Online
Description
Sandplay is a projective technique that can be used very effectively with children across the age spectrum. It is a modality that uses touch in the sand to reach the limbic system in the brain where our emotions are being processed. Through use of figurines, these thoughts and deeper emotions are then projected onto the sand. The client is simply “playing”, yet the subconscious emotional depths are at work. Sandplay also holds promise to develop sequencing, planning, and construction through visual spatial organization, as it also supports the imagination to develop in support of working memory, reading comprehension, building stories for written expression. It is truly a tool with multiple facets. To be fully trained and certified is an extensive process. In this workshop Maude will provide a taste of how she applies this modality in her practice as an occupational therapist. This a great tool for anxious clients, for clients who are traumatized by their diagnosis and developmental delay. The necessity of building an ego strength to overcome difficulties is not to be understated in clients struggling with developmental delay. Discover a tool that is truly powerful in multiple different ways!
Details
Assessment: Completion of Feedback Form
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Presenter: Maude Le Roux OTR/L, SIPT, DIR-FT International Trainer, Affiliate Sandplay practitioner
Bio: Maude Le Roux, OTR/L is an international speaker considering a wide array of topics pertaining development in children across the age spectrum. Even as she travels and trains extensively, she continues to operate a pediatric practice in Glen Mills, PA. Maude designs her own courses, as well as trains for other organizations such as ICDL (DIR/Floortime) globally. She serves on the Board for ATTACh to develop the consideration of attachment and trauma in the work of occupational therapists. She has beein involved in Sandplay work since 2014 and has completed multiple workshops related to Sandplay. Maude “re-energizes” as she teaches and inspires her listeners to feel the importance of the work they do. She co-authored a book, “Our Greatest Allies” with Lauren O’Malley, available on Amazon.com. Maude opened her own online academy (www.maudeleroux.com) in January 2019 to increase accessibility of practical “know-how” based on scientific theory for therapists, teachers and parents. Her mantra: ‘If a child could, he / she would!”
Special Needs Accommodation: [email protected]
Cancellation policy: [email protected]
Target Audience: Occupational, Speech and Physical Therapists, Psychologists, Educators, Physicians, Nurses, Social Workers
Educational Level: Intermediate
Number of Participants: Unlimited
Instructional Methods: PowerPoint, Video
Contact Hours: 7 hours
Fee: [email protected]
Outline / Agenda
| 8.30am | Registration |
|---|---|
| 9.00am | Welcome |
| 9.15am | What is Sandplay? |
| 10.30am | Morning Break |
| 11.00am | Tools of Sandplay – the practicalities |
| 12.00pm | Overlap into Occupational Therapy Intervention |
| 1.00pm | Lunch |
| 2.00pm | Discussing sand trays of different case (Making sense of the imagery presented) |
| 3.45pm | Afternoon Break |
| 4.00pm | Case Study |
Learning Objectives:
- Discover 5 critical aspects of the use of Sandplay in clinical practice
- List at least 5 tools that is used in Sandplay for practical purposes
- Consider at least 8 different aspects of overlap into traditional therapy goals
- View multiple cases with sandtray pictures to assist understanding in the use of this modality.
Reviews
The courses I have attended through Maude so far have really enhanced my knowledge and practical skill as a therapist. They are always very efficiently organised and run. The course content is strongly and soundly based in theory and research, motivating me to look ever deeper into individual child development, motivating me to want to continually learn more. The academic content is balanced with wonderful therapy ideas and video footage making it more easily understood and immediately applicable to practice.
Theresa Munks, South Africa
With the huge varieties of courses, I attended and teach through my professional life (33 years), I found listening to Maude is really special, informative, and enjoyable.
Dr Suad Eid Alanzi – Kuwait MOH
Maude’s webinars are of the highest quality. She is able to share her vast knowledge in an easy, understandable and very humble way, always with a big smile. Maude has the amazing skill to pull all the things that I’ve learned before over the many years, as well as new information together. I am proud and excited to be an OT again as Maude has shown me what a big role I can and should play. And loads of practical information to start using immediately. Thank you Maude, I can’t wait to attend your next webinar!!
Christelle Bryan – UK
