Sandplay and women's spirituality

Author:Fitzpatrick, JG

Article Title:Sandplay and women's spirituality

Abstract:
A pastoral psychotherapist with a relational orientation offers an introduction to sandplay and describes how this tactile, symbolic modality can provide Opportunities for women to explore their Spirituality in the theraapeutic setting. The challenges and yearnings women face in confronting traditional religious symbols are discussed, with specific Suggestions oil how to set Lip a sandtray, how to attend to the sandplayer, how to interpret the scene, and how to Understand client reluctance. A list of resources where therapists call obtain sandtrays and miniatures is included.

Keywords:  sandplay; spirituality; Jungian; women; psychotherapy; relational; religion; symbols; midlife

DOI: 10.1300/J015v24n03_10

Source:WOMEN & THERAPY

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