A Study for Adults Living with PTSD
Researchers are studying how talk therapy for PTSD changes the way the brain works — especially around feeling positive emotions. If you have had PTSD symptoms for at least 3 months and are not currently in trauma-focused therapy, you may be able to take part. Participants receive 12 sessions of an evidence-based therapy called Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) at no cost, along with brain imaging sessions. The study is in-person in Austin, TX.
What to expect
Complete a thorough clinical assessment at the start of the study
Receive 12 sessions of Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) from a trained therapist at no cost to you
Attend two brain scan (fMRI) sessions and two EEG (brain wave recording) sessions
Complete short written assignments outside of your therapy sessions
You may stop participating at any time
You may be a fit if
You are between 18 and 65 years old and have had PTSD symptoms for at least 3 months
You are a primary English speaker and not currently taking regular psychiatric medications (such as antidepressants)
You are not currently in trauma-focused therapy
You are able to safely undergo MRI and EEG procedures (for example, no unremovable metal implants or pacemakers) and have a BMI under 34
A few quick questions. No obligation, and your answers stay private.