Become an Internationally Credentialed Sandtray Therapist (ICST)

with Megan Cinnamon,

LPCC-S, ICST-P

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Therapy Isn’t Always Easy.

But what if you could provide an option that benefited many clients? Across all ages? Sandtray therapy is a creative approach that can provide phenomenal results/strides for your clients.

Yet, not being credentialed is costing you:

The In-Person Sandtray Training For Clinical Therapists

• Complete training included (All four levels, covered by your CE budget)
  
• Hands-on experience with personalized feedback
  
• Small-cohort experience (Build lifelong relationships and connections with our close-knit community)
  
• Have 15 case consultations
  
• Earn 50 CE’s (to use towards your licensure and play therapy certification)
  
• Get two weeks off of work! (business owners might be able to get a travel + education expense write-off! Confirm this with your accountant.)
  
• Top-notch education and the highest level of credentials
  
• Swag bag (including your very own custom-made wooden sandtray!)
  

You Can:

Credentialing Training Specifics

Level

1

Introduction to Sandtray Therapy

Day 1 – Based on the content of this workshop, I am able to:

1. Discuss the history of sandtray work in play therapy.
   
2. Compare the difference between sandtray and sandplay therapy.
   
3. Describe the materials needed for sandtray work such as miniatures, sand, and sandtrays.
   
4. Demonstrate skills needed to process sandtray with adults.
   
5. List 20 directives for sandtray work in play therapy provided by the instructor and create others when given case examples from the instructor.
   
6. Discuss several case studies of adults and explain the process that occurred within the treatment.
   
7. Describe 10 themes in the sandtray, including those which indicate mental health concerns and healing.
   

Day 2 – Based on the content of this workshop, I am able to:

1. Explain developmental issues that occur within sand tray work with children and other special populations.
   
2. Explain the basics of non-directive play therapy as to how it relates to working with children in the sandtray.
   
3. Apply knowledge from experiencing role-play of sandtray work and role play of how this occurs with children and sandtray.
   
4. Discuss several case studies of children and describe the process that occurred within the play therapy treatment.
   
5. Explain the latest brain-informed research behind the power of sand tray in play therapy.
   
6. Identify 3 ways that sandtray can be used in a group and family therapy setting through the application of personal group sandtray work.
   

Level

2

The Neuroscience of Sandtray Therapy

Day 1 – Based on the content of this workshop, I am able to:

1. Discuss knowledge of the basics of brain structure, especially in how this relates to play therapy.
   
2. Identify the tenets of interpersonal neuro-biology in a play therapy setting.
   
3. Revise several case studies in terms of neuroscience integrating with play therapy.
   
4. Explain how different ages work in the sand and play from a brain science perspective.
   
5. Recite the effect of trauma on the brain and how this affects sandtray therapy.
   
6. Apply 2 new techniques to help explain the brain structure to how working in the play and sandtray setting.
   

Day 2 – Based on the content of this workshop, I am able to:

1. Analyze the Polyvagal theory and how this relates to play and sandtray therapy.
   
2. Assess sandtrays based within brain science.
   
3. Demonstrate the importance of implicit vs explicit memories within therapy and play.
   
4. Use skills to enhance work as a facilitator of sandtray therapy.
   
5. Utilize the tenets of brain science research into your work in the sandtray.
   
6. Recite the explanation of how sandtray therapy can be a form of play therapy from a brain-informed method, including the nine pathways of integration.
   

Level

3

Advanced Sandtray Therapy: Personal Work and Case Consultation in the Sand

Day 1 – Based on the content of this workshop, I am able to:

1. Recite how the brain works through the sandtray and play therapy process.
   
2. Discuss and analyze several personal case studies as well as those provided by the instructor within the play room.
   
3. Discuss several case consolations provided by participants in the sandtray and play therapy room.
   
4. Demonstrate personal work in the sandtray with the trainer and participants.
   
5. Analyze 2-3 differing theories regarding the use of particular methods of sandtray work in the sand and play therapy
   
6. Apply techniques in the sandtray and play therapy from both the client and the therapist’s perspective.
   
7. Identify 5-6 processing prompts appropriate for both children and adults in sandtray play therapy
   

Day 2 – Based on the content of this workshop, I am able to:

1. Analyze a live demonstration of the sandtray process and play therapy with a non-participant.
   
2. Discuss demonstration using clinical tools learned in the sandtray process the previous day.
   
3. Design 1-2 techniques to use in the sandtray therapy process from a particular theoretical orientation.
   
4. Assess and critique personal processing skills in the sandtray while in pairs exercises.
   
5. Explain the importance of personal work within the sandtray as a tool for becoming an effective therapist through experiential exercises.
   
6. Discuss how to incorporate sandtray and play therapy into other models of therapy
   

Level

4

Advanced Sandtray: Working with Children in Sandtray Therapy

Day 1- Based on the content of this workshop, I am able to:

1. Learn 3 play therapy theories and how they apply to Sandtray therapy.
2. Review several videos of directive and non-directive play therapy techniques.
   
3. Understand the research and evidenced based practices of non-directive and directive play therapy.
   
4. Learn and discuss stages of child brain development.
   
5. Learn and discuss attachment theory and how it relates to Sandtray Therapy.
   
6. Practice play-based techniques in the sandtray from both the client and therapist’s perspective.
   
7. Review and further learn how these play-based techniques can be used in the sandtray.
   

Day 2- Based on the content of this workshop, I am able to:

1. Understand how Motivational Interviewing can be used within the sandtray.
   
2. Practice techniques in the sandtray from both the client and therapist perspectives.
   
3. Review and further practice techniques/ interventions in Motivational Interviewing used for addictions such as; The Wheel of Change and Active Listening within the sandtray.
   
4. Review and discuss case studies where Motivational Interviewing was used within the sandtray.
   
5. Provide feedback to participants about strengths/areas of improvement within processing of sandtray.
   
6. Demonstrate knowledge of documenting sandtray sessions and practice writing progress notes.
   

Pam

"When I discovered the ICST training I knew I had found a place where all the pieces could form a complete picture of what sandtray is and what it can do for the client...as well as what it could provide to me as a therapist both personally and professionally. I started the journey with Megan and she escorted our cohort through the ICST training to accomplish my long awaited goal of becoming a sandtray therapist. Megan provided an educational experience that grounded me in knowledge and confidence. She accomplished this with an approach that honored the uniqueness of each individual in a safe and protected space. Megan's gentle spirit, southern hospitality, and professional experience in sandtray made this a warm, welcoming, and well rounded learning experience."

Janet

"I trained with Megan to earn my ICST credential. She did a great job laying the foundation for why sand tray is a powerful and effective way to help clients. The training schedule allowed for plenty of time to process our own and our partner's trays both in person and during our consultation calls. I never cease to be amazed at what my clients reveal when they work in the sand tray, and I am excited to deepen my practice and grow my miniature collection. I traveled seven hours to attend this training and would do it again in a heartbeat."

Natasha

"Upon completion of Level 1 and 2 of ICST training, I was able to learn the history, neuroscience, ways to stay present and help process trays. I felt more confident and gained personal growth as well! The consultations are engaging and assist with confidence building alongside other sandtray therapist. Sandtray is beneficial for a variety of mental health needs and I am looking forward to continuing my growth with Level 3 and 4!"

What Is Sandtray Therapy?

(+ Do I Really Need This?)

Sandtray therapy is a practical technique for assessing traumatic events that individuals may otherwise find difficult to articulate.

The process comprises the utilization of figurines within the sandtray as a way to build representations of troublesome situations while enabling clients to consider possible solutions.

Therapists can complete the credentialing training in sandtray therapy in under one year through digestible, yet-in-depth training like the one hosted by me, Sandscapes: The Kentucky Sandtray Institute! Anyone that wants to expand their expertise & offer the highest level of support for their clients needs this training.

✅Complete sandtray training (four levels of beginners to advanced training)

✅An intimate, high-touch experience with like-minded professionals

✅50 CE’s and 15 hours of case consultation included

✅Fulfill your ICST credential requirements through the IAST

✅Snacks and refreshments provided

🎉Bonus: Swagbag of powerful and relevant text in the sandtray industry

🎉Bonus: Included lodging with other ICST registrants

🎉Bonus: Custom-made wooden sandtray

🎉Bonus: 25lbs of Jurassic sand

Here’s How It Works:

1. Raise your hand!

Share your interest. Send me an email directly to megan@sandscapesofky.com or secure your place with a deposit

2. Pay your deposit

Complete your payment to save your spot

3. Receive your confirmation

4. On your arrival - Set your GPS for:

110 Richie Ln Ste C Somerset, KY. 42503

5. On your departure

Collect your Swag bag, exchange details with friends, then mark your calendars for your Nov return

Next Steps:

Here’s what you really want to know

ICST Training 2024 Dates:

• June 3-4 + 6-7, 2024 (Levels 1 + 2)
• 50 CE’s + 15 hours of case consultation
• November 18-19 + 21-22, 2024 (Levels 3+4)

Optional Add-ons:

• Food
  
• Lodging
  
• Follow-up consultation
  

Do you want to be my next credentialed success?

Natasha

"Upon completion of Level 1 and 2 of ICST training, I was able to learn the history, neuroscience, ways to stay present and help process trays. I felt more confident and gained personal growth as well! The consultations are engaging and assist with confidence building alongside other sandtray therapist. Sandtray is beneficial for a variety of mental health needs and I am looking forward to continuing my growth with Level 3 and 4!"

Janet

"I trained with Megan to earn my ICST credential. She did a great job laying the foundation for why sand tray is a powerful and effective way to help clients. The training schedule allowed for plenty of time to process our own and our partner's trays both in person and during our consultation calls. I never cease to be amazed at what my clients reveal when they work in the sand tray, and I am excited to deepen my practice and grow my miniature collection. I traveled seven hours to attend this training and would do it again in a heartbeat."

Pam

"When I discovered the ICST training I knew I had found a place where all the pieces could form a complete picture of what sandtray is and what it can do for the client...as well as what it could provide to me as a therapist both personally and professionally. I started the journey with Megan and she escorted our cohort through the ICST training to accomplish my long awaited goal of becoming a sandtray therapist. Megan provided an educational experience that grounded me in knowledge and confidence. She accomplished this with an approach that honored the uniqueness of each individual in a safe and protected space. Megan's gentle spirit, southern hospitality, and professional experience in sandtray made this a warm, welcoming, and well rounded learning experience."

About Your Provider

Hi I’m Megan Cinnamon LPCC-S, ICST-P, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Internationally Credentialed Sandtray Therapist-Provider.

I offer ICST Training because I’m passionate about giving others the tools needed to transform the way we do therapy. I believe that sandtray therapy is a powerful tool that provides clients of ALL ages and backgrounds with the opportunity to heal and rebuild their lives.

Of course, I take pride in attending up-to-date workshops, so I am qualified to support you and my clients best. I’m also a huge fan of psychological thrillers, I swoon over a good rom-com movie and you'll find me on my little farm with my husband and our animals when I'm not working!

What is NOT being credentialed costing YOU and your clients?

Let's get you connecting with your clients on a new level. Empower and instill confidence in yourself, your services, and in the lives of those you support.

Is This Training For Me?

If You Are READY to...

Feel confident in sandtray

Expand your expertise and practice

Committed to your education and training

Get excited about trying new strategies and techniques

Become an expert and support your clients

Then This IS For You!

Are You Ready To Transform The Way You Do Therapy & Get Credentialed?

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What’s The Investment?

Do You Offer Payment Plans?

How Much Is The Deposit?

Yes, a Payment plan is available.

Paid in full- $3,400.00 or Pay in 10 installments of $370.00

Do You Offer Refunds?

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