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Systematic Redesign of Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
NCT06941428 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
Trauma-focused cognitive behavior therapy (TF-CBT) has the strongest evidence of any clinical intervention for youth trauma but is rarely adopted in the education sector - the most common setting for youth mental healthcare. Use of TF-CBT in schools is limited by (1) problems with its usability (e.g., rigid structures, complicated patient identification workflows) and (2) provider perceptions that some core elements (e.g., exposure) are not contextually appropriate for schools; both of which hinder provider and student engagement with TF-CBT. Our preliminary studies identified that TF-CBT demonstrates "below average" usability, suggesting that many providers are likely to experience it as excessively onerous (e.g., due to lengthy sessions, low caregiver engagement). Without a systematic process for redesign, treatment adaptations made to improve intervention-setting fit can be reactive and risk omitting their core elements or functions. Locally driven, user focused redesign of TF-CBT for schools that maintains its core functions can enhance the accessibility and impact of evidence-based trauma treatment for youth. In light of the need for usable, contextually appropriate, and engaging interventions for youth trauma, the current project will iteratively adapt TF-CBT for use by school-based providers (e.g., school counselors, school social workers) via the University of Washington ALACRITY Center's (UWAC) Discover, Design/Build, Test (DDBT) approach and methods drawn from the field of human-centered design.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- BEHAVIORAL Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
- BEHAVIORAL School-Adapted TF-CBT (S-TF)
Study Locations (1)
Washington
- University of Washington — Seattle
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 102 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-06-22 |
| Est. Completion | 2027-03-01 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT06941428
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT06941428 describes a study currently listed as recruiting. It is categorized as NA, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 102 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is University of Washington, which has 987 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 2 conditions, with Trauma, Psychological appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions — of which Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT06941428 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include Washington. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT06941428 about?
NCT06941428 is a clinical study titled "Systematic Redesign of Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)". Trauma-focused cognitive behavior therapy (TF-CBT) has the strongest evidence of any clinical intervention for youth trauma but is rarely adopted in the education sector - the most common setting for youth mental healthcare. Use of TF-CBT in schools is limited by (1) problems with its usability (e.g...
What is the current status of trial NCT06941428?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 102 participants. The study started on 2025-06-22. Estimated completion is 2027-03-01.
What conditions does trial NCT06941428 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Trauma, Psychological, Trauma and Stressor Related Disorders. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT06941428?
The interventions under investigation include: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) (BEHAVIORAL), School-Adapted TF-CBT (S-TF) (BEHAVIORAL). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT06941428?
This trial is sponsored by University of Washington, which has 987 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT06941428 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Washington. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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