Understanding FLASH Technique: FLASH is a trauma-processing method rooted in neuroscience and related to EMDR, Four Blinks, and Progressive Counting. It is designed to help individuals process traumatic memories in a gentle, non-invasive way, often without requiring detailed discussion of the traumatic event itself. FLASH uses brief attention shifts and positive imagery to reduce the emotional intensity of distressing memories. Application and Scope of FLASH: FLASH is used to treat trauma, anxiety, phobias, and other emotional disturbances. Its low-distress approach makes it particularly effective for clients who may feel overwhelmed by traditional trauma therapies. The technique can be integrated into other therapeutic modalities and is suitable for a wide range of individuals, including those who are new to therapy or highly sensitive to emotional processing. What to Expect in FLASH Sessions: In a FLASH session, your therapist will guide you through a structured process involving brief engagement with distressing memories, followed by positive imagery and rapid eye movements or blinks. The aim is to reduce the emotional charge of the memory without requiring you to relive or describe it in detail. FLASH sessions are typically calm, supportive, and empowering, helping you to process trauma in a safe and gentle way.

Professionals Who Specialize in FLASH Technique

Rocheli Sternheim, LCSW

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

  • In-office Toms River, New Jersey

Rocheli Sternheim, LCSW, is a client-centered therapist who embraces an approach that centers around the aspirations and objectives of each client.


" As a client-centered therapist, I wholeheartedly embrace an approach that centers around the aspirations and objectives of the individual at the core of our therapeutic journey. My methodology is deeply rooted in the dynamic collaboration with the client, …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 💭 Open minded
  • 🧘 Calm

Frayde Yudkowsky

Therapist, LSW, LMSW, CTP

  • In-office Lakewood, New Jersey

Frayde Yudkowsky, LMSW helps her clients heal physically, spiritually, and emotionally from the grip of shame and suffering and embrace themselves.


" Inclusive, Evidence-Based Healing for Systems, LGBTQIAPD+ Folks & Complex Trauma Survivors Real tools. Deep attunement. No one-size-fits-all. At THRIVE! Mental Health, our approach is trauma-informed, intersectional, and radically client-centered. We honor the whole you—your identities, your parts, your …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🥇 Empowering
  • 🎨 Creative

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