Recruiting NA PTSD

New treatment option for PTSD

Official title Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Focused Psychodynamic Psychotherapy

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03755401

What this study is testing

What it's testing
This is a randomized controlled trial of Trauma-Focused Psychodynamic Psychotherapy (TFPP) in comparison with TAU (at the VA) in a 2:1 ratio in 75 Veterans with PTSD who have not responded to standard treatment at the VA.
  • Which group you join is decided by chance.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 18 to 70

You may be able to join if

  • Reporting moderate PTSD, as defined by a CAPS score of \>40
  • Have at least one of the following history with CPT and/or PE:
  • offered and declined
  • dropped out of treatment
  • been determined unsuitable by their treatment team

You likely can't join if

  • Presence of SCID-5 assessed psychotic disorder, bipolar disorder, or substance use that would interfere with trial demands
  • Severe suicidality that would require immediate crisis management
  • Organic mental syndromes, delirium, or unstable medical conditions that would interfere with trial demands
  • Inability to meet trial demands.
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
  • Reporting moderate PTSD, as defined by a CAPS score of \>40
  • Have at least one of the following history with CPT and/or PE:
  • offered and declined
  • dropped out of treatment
  • been determined unsuitable by their treatment team
  • received treatment but continue to experience symptoms meeting entrance criteria.
  • Require stabilization on psychiatric medication for 2 month period prior to entry into study to avoid confounding treatments
What rules you out
  • Presence of SCID-5 assessed psychotic disorder, bipolar disorder, or substance use that would interfere with trial demands
  • Severe suicidality that would require immediate crisis management
  • Organic mental syndromes, delirium, or unstable medical conditions that would interfere with trial demands
  • Inability to meet trial demands.

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • New York, New York, United States

Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.

Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?

Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.

How long does this study last?

The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.

Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 70 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include New York, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.