Virtual Reality Medical Center

09/06/2025

SAVE THE DATE!
We are delighted to announce that the 29th Annual CyberPsychology, CyberTherapy & Social Networking Conference (CYPSY29) will take place in Porto, Portugal, from 30th June to 2nd July 2026.
With the theme Human 5.0: Behaviour, Well-being and Ethical Tech, CYPSY29 will bring together researchers, professionals, and experts from around the world to explore the impact of technology on people and society.
Organised by the HEI-Lab Digital Human-environment Interaction Lab at Lusófona University, in collaboration with the Interactive Media Institute, a 501c3 non-profit , Virtual Reality Medical Center and Université du Québec en Outaouais Prof Pedro Gamito Prof Brenda K Wiederhold Prof Stephane Bouchard Cyber Psychology
Save the dates in your calendar!
Stay tuned for more updates. https://cypsy29.ulusofona.pt
We look forward to welcoming you to Porto!
For more information, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gzX39yVU
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08/30/2025

🛫 Overcome Your Fear of Flying with Virtual Reality, Real-Time Biofeedback, and CBT 🛫
Is flying causing you anxiety? Long lines, hidden fees, security checks, and delays can make air travel feel overwhelming. At Virtual Reality Medical Center (VRMC), we offer a unique, three-pronged approach to help you conquer your fear of flying.
Our program combines:
• Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy: Simulate flying experiences in a safe, controlled environment to practice facing your fears.
• Real-Time Biofeedback: Track your heart rate and breath rate while flying virtually, so you can understand and manage your stress responses.
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Address the automatic negative thoughts (ANTs) behind your fear.
Together, these techniques provide a powerful tool for managing anxiety and building confidence for real-world flying.
Ready to take control of your fear? Visit vrphobia.com to learn more or email us to book your appointment.

Virtual Reality, Biofeedback & Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for 25 years. Phobias, Anxiety, Stress, Pain, Health Psychology - California, Virginia, Belgium.| |

02/17/2025

A Breakthrough in PTSD Treatment: Virtual Reality Meets Physiological Monitoring

Proud to announce the publication of my latest paper, "Virtual Reality Therapy Combined with Physiological Monitoring Provides Effective Treatment with Objective Metrics for PTSD."
Why This Matters:
✅ VR therapy provides safe, immersive exposure to trauma-related experiences.
✅ Real-time physiological monitoring enhances personalization and tracks progress.
✅ This approach reduces avoidance behaviors, a key challenge in PTSD treatment.
Technology is changing mental health care for the better—giving patients more effective and measurable recovery paths.

👉 Read more here: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/17434440.2025.2454930

Published in Expert Review of Medical Devices (Ahead of Print, 2025)

12/14/2024

In my latest editorial, "Monuments and Memorials: A Role for Artificial Intelligence in the Grieving Process," I examine how AI tools like voice replication and digital avatars can help the bereaved reconnect with memories of loved ones.
While this technology can bring comfort, it also prompts us to reflect on the ethical challenges it introduces. How do we ensure these tools are used with care and respect for the grieving process?https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/epub/10.1089/cyber.2024.0415


I’d love to hear your thoughts—can AI truly assist in navigating grief, or does it risk prolonging the pain?

11/19/2024

Virtual Reality Medical Center: Overcoming Phobias with Innovation: VR, Biofeedback & CBT
For those struggling with phobias like fear of flying, heights, needles, or blood, there's a new path forward. Imagine stepping into a Virtual Reality environment that mimics the very scenarios you fear most, with real-time biofeedback and cognitive strategies by your side. This innovative blend of VR, biofeedback, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers a safe and supportive way to face fears head-on.
Each treatment is carefully tailored: VR allows for controlled exposure, biofeedback gives insight into bodily responses, and CBT guides you in reframing anxious thoughts. Together, they create a powerful toolkit for lasting change.

We understand that each person's experience with fear, anxiety, and stress is unique. That’s why we offer a bespoke approach to mental health—similar to concierge medicine. Using advanced methods like Virtual Reality (VR) exposure, biofeedback, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), we create individualized treatment plans tailored to your specific needs, whether it’s overcoming a fear of flying, heights, or managing performance anxiety.
Our approach allows for flexibility and depth in treatment that is not limited by insurance panel restrictions. This means we work directly with you to develop a treatment plan that meets your goals, not pre-set limits.
If you’re seeking a tailored, highly supportive environment to overcome phobias or manage stress, reach out to learn how our approach can help you build confidence, resilience, and lasting change. https://www.vrphobia.com

11/19/2024

Overcoming Phobias with Innovation: VR, Biofeedback, and CBT
https://www.vrphobia.com

For those struggling with phobias like fear of flying, heights, needles, or blood, there's a new path forward.

Imagine stepping into a Virtual Reality environment that mimics the very scenarios you fear most, with real-time biofeedback and cognitive strategies by your side. This innovative blend of VR, biofeedback, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers a safe and supportive way to face fears head-on.

Each treatment is carefully tailored: VR allows for controlled exposure, biofeedback gives insight into bodily responses, and CBT guides you in reframing anxious thoughts. Together, they create a powerful toolkit for lasting change.

11/17/2024

💡 New Publication Alert 💡
I’m excited to share my editorial, "Shadows of Conflict: Addressing Moral Injury in Peacekeeping Missions," featured in Online at , Behavior, and Social Networking.
face ethical dilemmas that can lead to moral injury, with lasting mental, social, and spiritual impacts. This piece discusses how innovative tools like and holistic approaches can provide crucial support.
https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/cyber.2024.0500
What else can we do to safeguard the well-being of peacekeepers?

04/28/2024

, celebrated in the last week of April, highlights the collective action needed to promote the use of vaccines to protect against disease. Read my latest on The online now
"The mental health space has long sought its equivalent of a vaccine—a method to preemptively strengthen the mind’s defenses against stress and psychological distress. Enter , a psychological counterpart to the physical vaccine, designed with cognitive and behavioralstrategies to support the mind against future stressors. reality https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/cyber.2024.92202.editorial