๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-04-27

Psychotherapy Effects on Reward Processing in PTSD (NCT06096740)

The Effects of Trauma-focused Psychotherapy on Reward Circuitry Function and Information Encoding

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿง  Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: University of Texas at Austin

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The purpose of this study is to identify how trauma-focused psychotherapy changes the function of brain circuitry in posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and how this mediates improvements in the diminished ability to experience positive emotions following a traumatic or extremely stressful life event. In this instance, the investigators will be using cognitive processing therapy (CPT), a widely-utilized and evidence-based treatment for PTSD.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Health Discovery Building (HDB), 1601 Trinity St., Bldg B., Z0600 โ€” Austin, Texas

Age range: 18 Years to 65 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (BEHAVIORAL)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Health Discovery Building (HDB), 1601 Trinity St., Bldg B., Z0600 โ€” Austin, Texas

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (512) 495-5856

Email: fonzolab@austin.utexas.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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