Don’t forget to subscribe to the Mindful Ecotherapy Center’s Youtube Channel for the latest news and commentary, free lessons, useful resources, and mindful meditations!
COURSES CURRENTLY OFFERED BY THE MINDFUL ECOTHERAPY CENTER
About | About Mindfulness-Based Ecotherapy (MBE) | About MBE Certification | Books | Charlton Hall, MMFT, PhD | Contact | Directory | FAQs | Gallery | Help Center | Membership | Mindful Moments | NBCC ACEP #7022 | Privacy Policy | Refund Policy | Resources | Shopping Cart | Subscribe | Terms & Conditions | MBE on Youtube
Charlton Hall, MMFT, PhD is the current Executive Director of the Mindful Ecotherapy Center, LLC. He is a former Marriage and Family Therapy Supervisor and Marriage and Family Therapist (now retired from both of those roles), a former Registered Play Therapy Supervisor and Registered Play Therapist (now retired from both those roles), a certified Sandtray Expressive Arts Therapist, and a Certified Hypnotherapist.
Charlton Hall’s area of research and interest is using Mindfulness and Ecotherapy to facilitate acceptance and change strategies within a family systemic framework, and he has presented research at several conferences and seminars on this and other topics.
Sandtray Eco-Art Therapy
Dr. Hall created Sandtray Eco-Art Therapy (SEAT). Sandtray Eco-Art Therapy is an innovative therapeutic approach that combines elements of traditional sandtray therapy with eco-art therapy to create a holistic and nature-based healing experience. Developed by Charlton Hall, PhD, this method integrates mindfulness-based ecotherapy practices, allowing clients to explore their emotions and inner experiences through the creation of art using natural elements and sand.
By engaging with both the sandtray and natural materials, clients can connect with their environment, fostering a sense of grounding and emotional release. This therapy is particularly effective in helping individuals process trauma, express complex emotions, and gain insights into their psychological landscapes. The incorporation of eco-art elements not only enhances the creative process but also deepens the therapeutic experience by connecting clients with the healing power of nature.
Sandtray Eco-Art Therapy is a groundbreaking approach because it creatively integrates mindfulness-based ecotherapy within the confines of a clinical office setting, making it accessible to therapists who may not have easy access to outdoor environments for ecotherapy exercises. Traditional ecotherapy relies on direct interaction with nature, which can be challenging in urban or indoor settings. Sandtray Eco-Art Therapy bridges this gap by bringing natural elements, such as sand, stones, and organic materials, into the therapeutic space.
This innovative method allows clients to experience the therapeutic benefits of nature, such as grounding, mindfulness, and emotional processing, without leaving the office. By doing so, therapists can offer a nature-connected, holistic approach to healing even in settings where outdoor access is limited, expanding the reach and applicability of ecotherapy practices. This integration of nature into the therapeutic process not only enhances the effectiveness of therapy but also makes it more adaptable to various environments, catering to a wider range of clients and settings.
Integrating sandtray therapy with eco-art therapy presents a unique approach to mental health treatment that utilizes the strengths of both modalities. Sandtray therapy has long been recognized for its ability to provide a safe, symbolic space for clients to express complex emotions and subconscious thoughts through the use of miniature figures and a sandbox. By integrating eco-art therapy, which emphasizes the therapeutic benefits of interacting with natural elements and creative expression, therapists can offer clients a richer and more diverse therapeutic experience.
Dr. Hall’s latest book, Sandtray Eco-Art Therapy in Clinical Practice, will be released in the spring of 2025.
Charlton Hall, MMFT, PhD CREDENTIALS
- Bachelor of Science in Experimental Psychology
- Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy
- Two-year post-graduate Fellowship at Westgate Training and Consultation Network in Mindfulness, Ecotherapy, and the Family System specializing in trauma, suicide prevention, and Borderline Personality Disorder
- Doctor of Philosophy in Transpersonal Counseling
- Retired Marriage and Family Therapist
- Retired Marriage and Family Therapy Supervisor
- Former Registered Play Therapy Supervisor (now retired)
- Certified Hypnotist
- Certified Hypnotherapist
Charlton Hall, MMFT, PhD is trained in:
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Certified Online Trauma Treatment Specialist
- Certified Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Non-violent Crisis Intervention Instructor
- Suicide Risk Assessment and Prevention
- Trauma Treatment Specialist
- Certified in Sandtray Expressive Arts Therapy
- Relapse Prevention & Recovery-Based Treatment
- Mindfulness and the Family System with Trauma Victims 24-month Internship
- Certified SMART Recovery Facilitator/Volunteer Advisor
- Person-Centered Thinking
- Child-Family Team Training
- Parental Alienation Syndrome 5 hours
- LGBTQ+ Issues in Therapy
- Cultural Diversity
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- E-Therapy Online Therapy Training
Charlton Hall, MMFT, PhD is the author of:
- Mindfulness-Based Ecotherapy in Clinical Practice, First Edition
- The Ecospirituality Workbook: Reconnecting with Nature, Others, and Self
- The Mindfulness-Based Ecotherapy Workbook
- The Mindfulness-Based Ecotherapy Facilitator Manual
- Ecoplay: Re-Introducing Your Children to Nature
- The Mindful Mood Management Workbook
- The Mindful Mood Management Facilitator Manual
- Mindfulness: An Introduction