About the Study

Our research aims to compare the effectiveness of Instinctual Trauma Response (ITR) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) in treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and related trauma symptoms.

Study Overview

Duration

24-month longitudinal study with 6-month follow-up

Participants

240 adults with diagnosed PTSD

Methodology

Randomized controlled trial with two treatment arms

Principal Investigators

Dr. Linda Gantt, Ph.D.

Lead Researcher - Clinical Psychology

Specializing in trauma therapy with 35 years of clinical research experience.

Dr. Danni Davis, Ph.D.

Co-Investigator - Clinical Psychology

Expert in trauma-focused interventions and treatment outcome research.

Dr. Mary J. Carlson, M.D.

Co-Investigator - Psychiatry

Expert in PTSD treatment with extensive experience in clinical trials.

Research Timeline

2022
Study design and protocol development
2023
Participant recruitment and baseline assessments
2024
Treatment implementation and data collection
2025
Follow-up assessments and data analysis