Emotion Regulation Therapy for Emotional Distress
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial requires that if you are taking psychotropic medication, it must have been stable for at least 3 months. If your medication hasn't been stable for that long, you may need to adjust it before participating.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Emotion Regulation Therapy via Telehealth for emotional distress?
Research shows that Emotion Regulation Therapy (ERT) is effective for treating distress disorders like anxiety and depression, with studies indicating strong results comparable to other established therapies. Additionally, internet-based emotion regulation interventions have shown promise in improving emotional regulation in various mental health conditions, suggesting potential benefits for telehealth delivery.12345
Is Emotion Regulation Therapy safe for humans?
How is Emotion Regulation Therapy via Telehealth different from other treatments for emotional distress?
Emotion Regulation Therapy (ERT) is unique because it integrates skills training and exposure techniques from both traditional and contemporary therapies, focusing on motivational responses and regulatory characteristics of individuals with high levels of chronic distress. It is delivered via telehealth, making it accessible remotely, and has shown strong effectiveness in treating distress disorders like generalized anxiety and major depression.12589
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests an online therapy to help people in New York who worry a lot or criticize themselves. The therapy aims to teach skills for managing negative thoughts and emotions to reduce anxiety and depression.
Research Team
Douglas S Mennin
Principal Investigator
Professor of Clinical Psychology
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for New York State residents aged 18-65 who are fluent in English and have internet access. Participants must meet DSM-5 criteria for a psychological disorder and report high levels of worry, rumination, or self-criticism. It's not open to those on unstable psychotropic meds, current students at Teachers College, Columbia University, anyone already in therapy, with active suicidal thoughts or certain psychiatric conditions.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants attend 12 once-weekly telehealth ERT sessions
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Emotion Regulation Therapy via Telehealth
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Teachers College, Columbia University
Lead Sponsor