Psylaris secures new investment to expand digital mental health solutions across Europe
Maastricht, October 22, 2025.
Psylaris, a Dutch digital health company pioneering Virtual Reality-based therapies for mental health care, has raised new funding from both existing and new investors, including continued backing from LIOF, INZET, and CbusineZ, and the addition of Brightlands Venture Partners (BVP).
The investment will enable Psylaris to expand its activities across Western Europe, accelerate the development of its next generation of evidence-based VR therapies, and strengthen collaborations with mental health institutions.
“We are excited to support Psylaris in this next phase of growth,” said Pierpaolo Padula, Investment Manager at Brightlands Venture Partners. “Mental health care is under enormous strain, with long waiting lists and limited availability of therapists. Psylaris is a great example of how digital solutions can make healthcare systems more resilient – in this case by making therapy more scalable and accessible without compromising clinical rigor. We believe the company is uniquely positioned to scale its solutions across Europe, and we are proud to join existing investors in enabling this ambition.”
Mike Verhiel, CEO and co-founder of Psylaris, added: “With this new investment, we have both the capital and the expertise to advance our mission: giving everyone access to effective, innovative mental health care. Our focus remains on clinically validated, autonomous VR treatments that empower patients and help reduce pressure on healthcare systems.”
Founded in Maastricht, Psylaris develops Virtual Reality solutions that enhance evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, exposure therapy, relaxation, and cognitive behavioral training. The company’s software supports mental health professionals in delivering more efficient and effective treatments, helping to shorten waiting lists and expand access to care.
About Psylaris
Psylaris is a Dutch digital health company developing Virtual Reality solutions for mental health care, including EMDR-VR, VR relaxation tools, and autonomous exposure therapy modules. By combining clinical evidence with user-friendly technology, Psylaris helps therapists provide more effective treatment while giving patients greater control over their recovery—inside and outside the therapy room.
www.psylaris.com
About Brightlands Venture Partners
Brightlands Venture Partners (BVP) is an impact investor in groundbreaking and early-stage health and sustainability startups that operate out of the Netherlands, Germany, and Belgium. BVP is the fund manager of Brightlands Venture Partners Fund IV B.V. Other BVP funds include Chemelot Ventures, Brightlands Agrifood Fund, and Limburg Ventures. Together, the funds have made over 50 investments to date.
www.brightlandsventurepartners.com