Metaphoric Associative Cards

In this edition, we chose to give special emphasis to the use of cards in the context of Family Constellations. The decision stems from our intention to broaden the perspective on tools that favor symbolic expression and access to the subconscious. The OH Cards, for example, originally created as a therapeutic and creative resource, prove to be particularly powerful when integrated into constellations. They offer images and words that function as internal mirrors, allowing participants to recognize hidden feelings, memories, and family dynamics in a clearer and more intuitive way. By bringing this theme to the center of the magazine, we seek to appreciate practices that enrich the work of constellation facilitators and broaden the experience of those being constellated. More than an auxiliary resource, the OH Cards become an invitation to creativity, deep listening, and dialogue between reason and imagination…

Story from Sirli Kivisaar I discovered the world of metaphorical maps working with the OH Cards about ten years ago, when they were first introduced to me by the trauma psychologist Ofra Ayalon. From that moment on, I was surprised by the cards and have since used them in my work as a psychotherapist and […]

Ukrainian authors Popova and Miloradova analyzed the main psychological mechanisms of metaphoric associative cards’ influence; in particular, the study of the unconscious through the use of metaphoric associative cards as compared to other methods.

In Christine Gatineau’s article, she introduced associative OH Cards and their process of bypassing the mind to allow advancement into the depths of the psyche.

More than just a game, these associative cards can be used to accomplish a task while stimulating personal and professional development.

An overview of OH Cards to aid specialists who work with groups. Topics include OH history, principles of use, application, and examples.