Workshop Feedback
“It was such an amazing workshop. It was a perfect balance of theory practice and debrief.I feel privileged to begin this journey. It was a safe, caring environment. I really appreciate we got to watch your practice in action and have time to reflect and debrief afterward. ”
“I was somewhat hesitant to believe/skeptical of the power of playing in a sandtray but I was shown/learned via experience first hand of the positive effects and power of the NSST sand tray in healing and growth. ”
“I learned that transformational change can take place in just one session…I feel a sense of freedom & strength within myself after this workshop. I know this is the way I want to work with people. It is so respectful and gentle. I am committed to growing and learning more about this amazing therapy. ”
This workshop is a full on burst of integration ~ I have always loved Virginia Satir & have woven her model into my life’s work as a therapist. As well, I so respect the cutting edge research in the field of neurosciences. This model intertwines these two solid branches of resources into an efficient, accessible, respectful awe-inspiring agent for change in the sand tray. The figurines, metaphors, questions, etc. are a truly innovative approach for transformation, leaving one’s’ jaw dropping !!
Over the course of the workshop, a bonus is being able to experience the model again & again, as the star, therapist & observer, resulting in amazing opportunities for integrating the model personally, as well as professionally. Be ready for personal transformation!!
This is absolutely the best workshop I have ever attended ~ ABSOLUTELY TOP SHELF !!
—Bev
“If I was to describe my experience of the workshop in a metaphor I would say “a kid at their first Christmas.” There is so much joy, potential and gifts to unwrap and discover what’s inside. ”
“This is a life changing experience such fabulous work, instills more hope for change.This workshop was fabulous. ”
“This training has moved me to think outside of what I have learned about traditional ways of counselling and challenge those ways and ultimately use the sand tray and neuroscience … I will tell my colleagues how transformational this training was and how useful this is for everyone, not just school-aged children. ”
“Madeleine is an amazing counsellor who is creating new ways to look at therapy. This weekend has been eye-opening, heart moving, and confirms this is where I want to be and what I want to do. ”
“Any training with Madeleine is the best investment you can make in yourself and your career. Together Madeleine and Jim create an experience that is authentic, safe, welcoming and so much opportunity to grow.”
“I am taking away how to honour and appreciate our defence mechanisms. And to split self into parts and transform them. To acknowledge that these parts can be normalized, the fact that people have parts of themselves that they do not like but that they have a purpose-accept this and change.”
“I was hoping to gain more skills to work in the sand tray, but instead, I experienced safety, laughter, support, openness, and shared knowledge. After this workshop I am more confident in who I am, clear about my boundaries … I am different. ”
“I am taking away how powerful and safe it is to tell a story without having to disclose what is actually happening…Using the sand tray is powerful and it can move someone in such a short period of time. ”
“This workshop is brilliant and inspiring The interactive pieces made it all make sense. ”
“I was expecting to become more confident in using the sand tray. I found that the presenter was passionate organized and very engaging. I am taking away from the workshop a major life decision that has been plaguing me for years [that I was able to make] in a space of 25 minutes [when using the sand tray]. My skepticism has gone, my passion is reignited, my future is bright.I would advise counsellors to take this workshop or they will be left behind in the dust.
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“This was a life changing experience and a drawing together of knowledge. I feel more congruent with myself and I am going to continue to work towards that in order to be more present with my clients. I feel that this workshop has surpassed my expectations because I have received something to apply in my personal journey as well. ”
“This was an amazing opportunity to immerse myself in learning NSST with the oh so competent and congruent Madeleine. I have more confidence and a deeper, broader understanding of the NSST approach to working with clients.This workshop has helped me to take a risk, step out of my comfort zone and learn to be okay with silence. To stay with the client-attunement-to really recognise the sacredness of this work in the sand tray. I appreciate Jim and Madeleine for being seamless in their presentation and organisation. Safety was created for all -non judgemental and welcoming. As a result I am different at a deeper level after this workshop: An honouring of my intuition, a trusting of self.
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