The Flash Technique as an Effective Low-Intensity Intervention for Migrants at the U.S. Point of Entry

This study explores the EMDR therapy Flash Technique (FT) as a one-time intervention for newly arrived migrants.

Resource Abstract

“Migrants often face severe trauma before and during their journey, leading to mental health challenges such as post-traumatic stress disorder and acute stress. This study explores the Flash Technique (FT) as a one-time intervention for newly arrived migrants. Twelve healthcare professionals and 11 student interns trained in FT provided interventions to 55 migrants, who showed substantial improvements in subjective units of distress scores. The findings highlight the efficacy of a low-intensity intervention in a humanitarian context, which can serve to mitigate the long-term psychological impact of trauma.”

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Resource Access

Open Access

Yznaga S. D., Wong S.L., & Maniss S. (2025). The Flash Technique as an Effective Low-Intensity Intervention for Migrants at the U.S. Point of Entry. Journal of EMDR Practice and Research, 19, Article 0009. https://doi.org/10.34133/jemdr.0009