Dr. Wang Brings Clinical Psychology Expertise & Therapeutic Innovation
October 18, 2017, San Francisco, CA — Dr. Michelle Wang has been named chief psychology officer of NewPathVR, and will join as the company’s co-founder, according to CEO Lisa Padilla.
“Dr. Wang is an innovative thinker who brings both passion and strategic expertise to the table,” said Padilla. “Her enthusiasm for NewPathVR’s mission, her energy and her focus on applications with emotional wellness in mind make her an excellent addition to our leadership team, and the right choice to lead NewPathVR’s work forward.”
Dr. Wang holds a doctorate in clinical psychology and has advanced training in Attachment Theory, Somatic Psychotherapy, Mindfulness and Meditation, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Relational and Interpersonal frameworks, Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies, and Time-Limited Psychodynamic Therapy. She started her career specializing in PTSD, receiving training in state-of-the-art clinical settings including medical centers, VA (Veterans Affairs) hospitals, and centers for survivors of torture. Michelle has acted as a clinical consultant for various organizations, including assisting a Connecticut-based disaster relief team develop a somatic, body-centered treatment protocol aimed to mitigate the effects of post-traumatic stress in school-age children in the immediate period following a natural disaster. Her interest in healing through non-ordinary states of reality, specifically, Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy and Virtual Reality (VR)-Assisted Therapy led her to NewPathVR.
“I'm thrilled to be joining NewPath VR as the chief psychology officer.” said Dr. Wang, “What an exciting time to be a part of the burgeoning intersection of tech and mental health! With all that is happening around us and in our communities, it's so important to reimagine traditional healing modalities to be more inclusive to the ever-present digital age in which we are deeply immersed. I am excited about the incredibly powerful healing qualities of VR when used as an instrument to unlock parts of our subconscious that may otherwise be unavailable to us.”
About NewPathVR
NewPath VR creates research-driven virtual reality experiences for personal development and emotional wellbeing. The company creates experiences using its proprietary Active Psychology™ platform which is based on extensive psychological research with the goal of evoking positive change through transformative technology. We also power the world’s first VR wellness portal — RE:NEW (RenewVR.com).
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Healing and Expression Through Immersive Art - A New Paradigm
You don't need to be a great artist, or indeed consider yourself to be particularly creative. All you need is an imagination and an open mind to get the most from this VR Art Therapy course.
Here are some of the pieces of immersive artwork from our VR Art Therapy Help October 7th, 2017 in San Francisco, CA:
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"I really enjoyed the atmosphere and the teams kind hospitality. I loved experiencing and experimenting with the concept of virtual reality. Definitely looking forward to the next workshop to attend." ~ Nabeel
Within this first ever of its type workshop, you will find exercises on self-exploration and healing painful emotions, as well as exercises for pure enjoyment and recreation. You'll also find exercises for interpersonal communication. This is great for better communication and an appreciation for each other, as you learn and create with one another.
The therapeutic, creative process of self-expression, can improve our physical and mental health, as well as our emotional well being.
- It helps us to manage our feelings in a more positive way
- Can give us the confidence to address and resolve issues from the past and present
- Increase self-esteem and develop a greater self-awareness
- Creating art through therapeutic means provides an outlet to express yourself freely, which will encourage and promote a healthier, happier life
Did you know that doing art for just twenty minutes a day can bring you enormous benefits, including:
- A more relaxed state of mind
- Lowering stress hormones
- Help with insomnia
VR Art Therapy may sound a bit daunting, especially if you believe yourself not to be particularly artistic or creative or have not had much experience (or any at all) with virtual reality. However, this need not be an issue, as the purpose of art is simply to express, and not to judge, or compare. And, we’ll show you all you need to know.
Art should be an extension of how you're feeling, and for that, you are your own expert.
Check back with us about upcoming events (SF and LA) in your town, coming soon or to request one, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..