NCT01327690 · Soul Medicine Institute
Mental Health in Veterans and Families After Group Therapies
What this study is about
PTSD (posttraumatic stress disorder) and associated mental health conditions affect both veterans and their family members. This study investigates whether group therapy using EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) and CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy) produce reductions in PTSD and comorbid symptoms.
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PTSD (posttraumatic stress disorder) and associated mental health conditions affect both veterans and their family members. This study investigates whether group therapy using EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) and CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy) produce reductions in PTSD and comorbid symptoms.
Interventions
BEHAVIORAL
CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy)
CBT group therapy sessions
BEHAVIORAL
EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques)
Group therapy sessions using EFT
Primary outcome measures
Change from Baseline PTSD (posttraumatic stress disorder) Symptom Levels
Time frame: Pre-Intervention, Post-Intervention, with one, three, six, and twelve month follow-ups
Symptoms are measured before the first group therapy session. Symptom levels are also recorded immediately after the last group session, and at follow-up points: one, three, six, and twelve months later.
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- The ability to follow instructions, complete written forms, and provide informed consent. Subjects are required to be literate and understand English.
- Physically healthy.
- Active duty military service, veterans, and their family members.
Where
- Santa Rosa, California
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Will I receive a placebo instead of treatment?
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Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced Apr 27, 2026 · Source of record for eligibility and locations