In Swannanoa, North Carolina, children are participating in therapeutic play sessions following the trauma caused by Hurricane Helene. Using a sandbox filled with purposeful toys, children like Brantly Brown and Antonio Lytle express their feelings about the storm's impact. Mental health professionals validate and reflect their experiences through play, guiding them to process emotions in a supportive environment. The therapeutic play sessions provide vital emotional support, helping children articulate their fears and experiences in a safe, constructive way.
The storm downed thousands of trees and knocked out power and water for weeks, altering the children's landscape and experiences in profound ways.
Using a lavender-scented sandbox and specially chosen toys, therapists facilitate play therapy sessions that allow children to express complex emotions resulting from their trauma.
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