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