He is the developer of the Float Back and Float Forward techniques used in this app. A highly regarded EMDR trainer, he was in the original group of clinicians trained by Dr. Francine Shapiro, the originator of EMDR. His writings include work on using mindful practices in therapy, Schema Therapy and Sexual Victimization. In addition to his work with Francine Shapiro, he has studied extensively and with Jeffrey Young and with Tara Brach. He practices in New York where he specializes in the treatment of PTSD and of sexual, marital and family problems. Years ago he worked as a galley boy for Zim Israeli shipping lines.