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The Magic of Sand Trays
Presented by Christine Dargon, Ph.D.
Wednesday, May 3, 2017 | Edmonton, ab
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Date & Location
Wednesday, May 3, 2017
9:00am – 4:00pm
Royal Hotel West Edmonton (Formerly the Executive Hotel Edmonton West)
10010 – 178 St. NW
Edmonton, AB
Phone: 780.484.6000
Website: www.royalhotelwestedmonton.ca/
Because children are still developing, they lack the vocabulary and cognitive abilities to not only understand their world but discuss and process their experiences. Individuals who have experienced trauma often experience impairment to Broca’s area which is, in part, responsible for verbal communication. Sand Tray Therapy is an incredible tool that practitioners can use to promote the processing of experiences and healing. It is an amazing tool to facilitate non-verbal communication.
This workshop will teach attendees the basics of how to use sand trays as an incredible method of communication and healing. It will teach you how to set up your sand tray and implement into your practice. Attendees will also learn how to interpret the ways in which children use the sand tray, the importance of what they create, and how to interpret their interactions with us as the professional. This will include how to utilize a sand tray in various professions including speech and language, occupational therapy etc. You will learn how to understand and determine what the individual is struggling with, causes for presenting behaviours and emotions through their sand tray work. Attendees who register for both workshops will also learn ways to combine sand tray work with techniques from the Play therapy workshop. Because of what a wonderful technique this is, we will address the use of sand trays with individuals who have experienced trauma, have anxiety, self-esteem issues and other presenting problems but we will also address the implementation of sand trays with families, couples, groups and adults.
This workshop will also include a experiential portion that includes making and interpreting trays.
Who Should Attend
Education and Clinical Professionals: All education and mental health or healthcare professionals who work with children or youth including, but not limited to K–12 Classroom Teachers, School Counsellors, Learning Assistance/Resource Teachers, School Administrators, School Paraprofessionals including Special Education Assistants, Classroom Assistants and Childcare Workers • All other professionals who support behavioural challenges and complex learning needs including but not limited to: Nurses, Social Workers, Psychologists, Clinical Counsellors, Family Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Addiction Counsellors, Youth Workers, Mental Health Workers, Probation Officers and Community Police Officers.
Agenda
What is Sand Tray Therapy
- Development – how did this technique come to exist and be used for therapeutic purposes
- Sand Tray Therapy versus Sandplay
- Why and how Sand Trays work
How to Set Up Your Sand Tray
The Sand Tray with Cleints
- Implementing it for the first time
- Repeated use of the sand tray
Using Sand Tray as a Directive Versus Non-Directive Technique
Particular Presenting Issues that are Very Responsible to Sand Tray Work
- Trauma
- Sensory issues
- Anxiety
- Perfectionism
- Self-esteem/bullying
Other Uses of Sand Trays
- Groups
- Families
- Couples
- Adults
Experiential Portion (if possible) – use a sand tray yourself
Video Illustration
Case Studies & Examples of Sand Trays
Learning Objectives
- Participants will have an understanding of the theoretical framework of sand tray work and reasons it was created
- Discuss research that supports the usage of sand trays and the populations for which it is extremely effective
- Understand how to set up and implement the usage of a sand tray in your setting
- Be able to understand the usage of sand trays and what children are communicating through the use of sand trays
- Be familiar with the use of sand trays with not just children but also adults, families and couples
- Explore the presenting issues sand trays are effective to treat including self- esteem, trauma, anxiety etc
Your Presenter
Christine Dargon, Ph.D.
Christine Dargon, Ph.D., Christine is a retired psychologist. She continues her work teaching as college faculty for almost 30 years at two universities. She consults and now owns a health and wellness center, with two locations in Northern AZ, focusing on integrative techniques to help individuals of all ages such a yoga, meditation, mindfulness, breath work and much more. She continues to also train professionals in play therapy and sand tray interventions.
Testimonials
“Dr. Dargon was superb! She was enthusiastic, knowledgeable and extremely helpful. Thanks for a rewarding, educational day.”
– Heather Guillou | Langley, BC | November 20-22, 2017“All three days were wonderfully informative. Your energy and enthusiasm was so welcoming. Your passion and depth of knowledge on all topics explored was clearly evident. I love all the practical take-away pieces, scripts and resource links + tools provided. Thanks so much.”
– Erica Mackinnon | Halifax, NS | June 7-8, 2017
“Christine is very engaging! By far the best workshop I’ve ever attended. She focuses on practical concept and not boring theories!”
– Ottawa, ON | June 5, 2017“This workshop (especially the importance of play part) should be required to all school teachers/ staff to attend. Parents have to be reminded too of the importance of play through … media, school, church, etc. Super love it! Awesome Dr. Dargon!”
– Edmonton, AB | May 1-2, 2017“Thank you for the excellent, insightful, entertaining presentation. The skills you touched on today will be very useful for my work with children and teens on the autism spectrum!”
– Michael | Kelowna, BC | April 20, 2017
“Christine is a warm effective, interesting presenter. Dr. Dargon is approachable, this is rare but so important. I felt a part of the day, not just a listener. Christine makes a point to know and address participants by their name – wow! Made her approachable. Christine provided real life examples – interesting and important. Christine provided useful sites, books.”
– Halifax, NS | June 6, 2017
“I really liked this workshop! It was great that multiple forms of play therapy were touched on. The speaker was clear, engaging and answered all questions.”
– Ottawa, ON | June 5, 2017
“She was excellent! Hope she comes back so colleagues can learn from her. So many resources she shared – Open to use even after conference. ‘Sure send me a student’s drawing if you ever have a question.'”
– Debra Rarog | Winnipeg, MB | May 4, 2017
“Excellent presentation. Give real tools that can be used at school. Practical strategies that can address special issues. Love how Christine makes it easy to understand.”
– Edmonton, AB | May 1-2, 2017
“Excited to take this back + work will my kids in elementary. Huge eye opener. Thank you very impressed.”
– Edmonton, AB | May 1-2, 2017“What a full day. Christine was great. She captured the attention of the audience and is super resourceful and fun. I will definitely use some of what I learned today to add to my current way of working therapeutically with my students.”
– Shayla | Victoria, BC | April 21, 2017“Great energy and knowledge extended, great humour. Welcoming experience. Interesting, look forward to applying in session work!”
– Michele Gardiner | Kelowna, BC | April 20, 2017
“Wonderful and captivating speaker! Lots of great ideas that we will be trying.”
– Serena Ginter | Kelowna, BC | April 20, 2017
“Instructor is very dynamic. Would definitely take more workshops facilitated by Christine. Lots of useful examples and very animated/passionate.”
– Kelowna, BC | April 20, 2017
“Christine was an engaging speaker. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to her and all the information she provided. Christine shared practical techniques and approaches with sound reasoning. She presented in an understandable and friendly manner. Excellent workshop! I feel like I can start with my new learning right away.”
– Edmonton, AB | May 26, 2016
Registration & Fees
| Registration | Super Early Bird Fee | Early Bird Fee | Regular Fee |
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| PROVEN & EFFECTIVE PLAY THERAPY STRATEGIES | -- | ||
| Individual Enrollment | -- | $399 | $419 |
| Group 3-7 | -- | $379 | $399 |
| Group 8-14 | -- | $359 | $379 |
| Group 15+ | -- | $324 | $344 |
| Full-Time Student | -- | $324 | $344 |
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| THE MAGIC OF SAND TRAYS | -- | ||
| Individual Enrollment | -- | $229 | $249 |
| Group 3-7 | -- | $214 | $234 |
| Group 8-14 | -- | $199 | $219 |
| Group 15+ | -- | $179 | $199 |
| Full-Time Student | -- | $179 | $199 |
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| 3 DAY OPTION: Attend Both Dr. Dargon Workshops and SAVE! | -- | ||
| Individual Enrollment | -- | $599 | $619 |
| Group 3-7 | -- | $569 | $589 |
| Group 8-14 | -- | $549 | $549 |
| Group 15+ | -- | $499 | $499 |
| Full-Time Student | -- | $499 | $499 |
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All fees are in Canadian dollars ($CAD).
Fees do not include applicable taxes (5% GST).
Early bird cutoff date: April 27, 2017
The early bird date has passed. Regular rates apply.
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Recommended Accommodation
Royal Hotel West Edmonton (Formerly the Executive Hotel Edmonton West)
10010 – 178 St. NW
Edmonton, AB
phone: 780.484.6000
website: www.royalhotelwestedmonton.ca/
Our rates:
Please contact the hotel directly for current group rates, when booking please reference “Jack Hirose & Associates”. To make a reservation over the phone, please call 780.484.6000
- $149.00 plus tax for single queen bed room
- $159.00 plus tax for 2 queen bed room
*please note, room reservations are subject to availability*
Please keep in mind when booking Jack Hirose and Associates corporate guest rooms, reservations booked for most hotels can be cancelled within 48 hours . If you are booking guest rooms through third party websites in many instances the reservations booked cannot not be cancelled.
Continuing Education Credits
This workshop has been formally approved by the following associations:
- Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation (CACCF)
CACCF is only pre-approved for the workshop Navigating Addictions by Carissa Muth, Psy.D., CCC, R.Psych - Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA)
- Canadian Professional Counsellors Association (CPCA)
- Canadian Psychological Association (CPA)
Jack Hirose & Associates is approved by the Canadian Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Jack Hirose & Associates maintains responsibility for the program.
- Canadian Vocational Rehabilitation Association (VRA)
- Employee Assistance Certification Commission (EACC)
- Indigenous Certification Board of Canada (ICBOC)
- Medical Psychotherapy Association Canada (MDPAC)
- Ontario Expressive Arts Therapy Association (OEATA)
† The Alberta College of Social Workers (ACSW) and the Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Social Workers (NLASW) accept CPA-approved CEUs.
* Participants will receive a certificate of completion after every workshop. Workshops are pre-approved for 5.5 or 6 credits per day unless otherwise specified.
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