Deborah Beidel and UCF RESTORES, a nonprofit trauma research center at UCF, have developed virtual reality technology to treat trauma through exposure therapy. The participants will be immersed in a virtual replication of their trauma to learn how to no longer react fearfully.

“With this tool in hand, we will be able to dynamically recreate scenarios that are customized to each patient’s unique experience, ultimately helping them process traumatic memories, put them in their place and regain control of their daily lives,” said Beidel.