Sandtray Therapy is a powerful therapeutic technique that uses a Sandtray and miniature figurines as a method for clients to express their inner thoughts and emotions in a safe and creative way, bypassing the limitations of language. As language and vocabulary typically aren’t fully developed in children and youth, the Sandtray and miniatures provide a medium for processing through play, imagination, and the creation of stories to which they can relate. Adults benefit from Sandtray Therapy through the visual representations the miniatures offer, allowing the opportunity to explore their inner world and potential connections to areas that need further attention and support…

Like any joint in the body, our back does better when thereare strong muscles and ligaments to support the joint. Our current lifestyle, with prolonged periods of sitting, do not benefit our joints or connective tissue which primarily maintain their health through movement. Many people believe that walking is the only exercise they need to maintain their health as they age. Walking does have many benefits; cardiovascular, body weight loading through the lower body, social connection with others, and connection with nature. However, on its own, walking cannot maintain the integrity of the joints of the body. Bones and joints and connective tissue need to be loaded. If you do not have a physically demanding job, or do not regularly work around the house, lifting, pushing, or pulling heavy objects, then a strength training program is beneficial for you. This may be done at home, or at the gym, it’s really a matter of comfort, preference, and whatever enables you to train on a regular basis. Read more…