Consultation and Training

Dr. Freedle is a passionate and skilled trainer who takes a personal interest in those who attend her trainings.  Illuminating current theory, neuroscience, and the principles of depth psychology with compelling case studies and experiential learning, she is internationally recognized for her sandplay presentations.

Lorraine enjoys presenting workshops, teaching classes, and providing supervision and consultation services for therapists and psychologists. With over 35 years experience in clinical administration and psychotherapy, Dr. Freedle creates a safe and stimulating environment for clinical supervision. She holds her students in high regard and has mentored over 200 clinicians to independent licensure.

Lorraine provides personal process and case consultation to sandplay therapists, including those interested in becoming certified sandplay therapists and those conducting research in sandplay. Consultation may occur in-person or via Zoom.

Sandplay Case Consultation Groups

Joining a case consultation group can be a supportive, enriching, and meaningful way to connect with other sandplay therapists and to explore the depths of your work in the sand. Groups follow the ISST requirements; therefore, your supervision hours may be applied toward STA/ISST certification as a sandplay therapist. Typically, groups meet online (Zoom) monthly for 10 sessions. Each session is two hours. Each member presents their own case material twice and attends individual consultation with Lorraine prior to presenting to the group. I have prepared a detailed information page and application form:

Events

  • Pacifica Course: The Living Mythology of Pele

    Pacifica Course: The Living Mythology of Pele

    Peleʻs Living Mythology in Sandplay Therapy
    4 Live Webinar Sessions (with recording links)
    June 10, 17, 24 and July 1, 2025
    5:00 pm to 6:30 pm Pacific Time

    Register Now!!  Pacifica Graduate Institute

    Artwork: “Pele” by Linda Rowell Stevens

  • 2025 ISST Congress

    2025 ISST Congress

    The Netherlands
    August 18-22, 2025
    Conference theme:  “Changing Horizons:  Encountering the other in Sandplay Therapy
    Dr. Freedle’s keynote: Fire and Fertility: The soul-preserving function of the “autonomous Other”

  • Recovering Sacred Body: Sandplay Therapy in the Treatment of Sexual Trauma

    Recovering Sacred Body: Sandplay Therapy in the Treatment of Sexual Trauma

    Sponsored by SandplayWorld (沙遊世界), Holding Self Counseling Centre (禾心諮商所), and Kavovoyo Trauma Recovery Centre (山馬茶創傷復原中心). Organizer: Sandtuary Therapeutic & Training Services (思緣諮商與培訓服務).
    Live, interactive webinar
    September 6-7, 2025 (Taiwanese time)
    September 5-6, 2025 (Hawaiian time)

  • The Neuropsychology of Sandplay Therapy and Trauma

    The Neuropsychology of Sandplay Therapy and Trauma

    In-person event on campus at Southwestern College
    3960 San Felipe Rd, Santa Fe, NM, 87507
    Friday, Oct 10, 2025, 5 pm to 8 pm Mountain Time
    Saturday, Oct 11, 2025, 10 am to 5 pm Mountain Time
    Sunday, Oct 12, 2025 10 am to 5 pm Mountain Time

     

Testimonials

Here’s what people are saying about Dr. Freedleʻs workshops:

  • Exhilarating!  Life changing.
  • Fantastic!  I learned so much.
  • Pleasure to finally see Lorraine.  She has the ability to use research and yet carry love in her teachings.  She has understanding of media and teaching with it.
  • Absolutely wonderful-  Lorraine is so brilliant and gifted!  A gift to all of us.  One of the best presentations of any kind I’ve ever been to.  Thank you, Lorraine.
  • Top of the line in all respects.  Well thought out, presented and taught.  Integration of theory into clinical material fabulous and really helpful.  Thanks for including music and helping us go more deeply.
  • Always an honor to witness Lorraine’s presentations, passion for sandplay, and amazing work!
  • Wonderful combination of energy, knowledge, and passion.  Thank you, this story really touched me.
  • Excellent, so thorough and complete.