Psychotherapy for PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injury

(T3 for PTSD Trial)

Overseen By Cindy McGeary, PhD

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Trial Phase: Academic

Sponsor: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

No Placebo Group All trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

Compensation: Varies

Number of Visits: Unknown

30 Participants Needed

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

The investigators want to test a treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) especially designed for military veterans and service members with mild traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and PTSD. The treatment will include individual psychotherapy sessions to manage PTSD.

Who Is on the Research Team?

Cindy McGeary, PhD

Principal Investigator

The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for military veterans and service members who have mild traumatic brain injuries (TBI) along with PTSD. Specific eligibility criteria are not provided, but typically participants would need to meet diagnostic criteria for both conditions.

Inclusion Criteria

My medications have not changed in the last 4 weeks.

Ability to read, write, and speak English based on interviewer assessment and clinical judgement

I understand the study and agree to participate.

Exclusion Criteria

Participant is actively engaged in a behavioral intervention primarily targeting PTSD

Participant has a psychiatric problem that warrants immediate treatment as indicated in the electronic health record, flagged during testing, or confirmed by a clinician through screening or review of clinical notes

I have been assessed to have significant cognitive issues affecting my treatment adherence.

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

• Non-Trauma Treatment for mTBI and PTSD

Trial Overview

The study is testing a specialized psychotherapy treatment tailored for individuals with both mild TBI and PTSD. The therapy involves individual sessions aimed at managing the symptoms of PTSD in this specific population.

How Is the Trial Designed?

Group I: Active duty service members and veterans seeking clinical care for mTBI Experimental Treatment 1 Intervention

Male and female active duty service members and veterans at least 18 years of age who are seeking clinical care for mild Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) symptoms at the Intrepid Spirit Center located on Fort Hood who also have a co-occurring diagnosis of PTSD

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

Lead Sponsor

Trials

486

Recruited

92,500+

United States Department of Defense

Collaborator

Trials

940

Recruited

339,000+