๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-03-24

Does Psychotherapy Change the Gut Microbiome in Women of Child-bearing Age? (NCT07200531)

Impact of Biopsychosocial Psychotherapy Intervention on Maternal Life-Course Trauma and the Gut Microbiome

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿง  Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: University of Nebraska

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

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if group therapy for six weeks changes the gut microbiome in women. The main questions it aims to answer are: Is chronic stress associated with the gut microbiome? Will six weeks of therapy change the gut microbiota? Participants will: Answer questionnaires about chronic stress Mail a stool sample before and after the intervention. Participate in a 1-hour group therapy session over the course of six weeks.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: University of Nebraska Medical Center โ€” Omaha, Nebraska

Age range: 19 Years to 54 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Psychotherapy (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)

  • University of Nebraska Medical Center โ€” Omaha, Nebraska

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (402) 559-6613

Email: ablount@unomaha.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.

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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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