Training in Evidence-based Treatments for Distress

Training in Evidence-based Treatments in Psycho-Oncology

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Distress, Emotional Depression, Anxiety Fatigue Pain Insomnia
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Supportive Care
Participants needed
115 (estimated)
Sponsor
Massachusetts General Hospital · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults experiencing distress related to cancer or caregiving. Participants will receive training in specific therapies over a period of about 26 weeks.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I am over 18 years old.
  • I am currently receiving cancer treatment or care at the MGH Cancer Center.
  • I report a distress level greater than 3 on the NCCN Distress Thermometer.
  • My distress is related to my illness or treatment.
  • I live in Massachusetts for the duration of the sessions.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have uncontrolled psychosis or active suicidal thoughts.
  • I was hospitalized for psychiatric reasons in the past year.
  • I have a cognitive impairment that affects my participation.
  • I am already in another psychotherapy treatment or trial.
  • I have had alcohol or substance dependence in the past 8 weeks.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
The goal of this research study is to train psychotherapists to administer individualized evidence-based psychotherapies in a cancer care setting to patients and caregivers with elevated levels of distress. The intervention will mirror clinical care in psycho-oncology in which the therapist, collaboratively with their supervisor, will choose specific components of the following evidence-based tre…
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Eligibility Criteria
Patient Inclusion Criteria: * Adults \> 18 years of age. * Currently receiving oncology treatment/care at the MGH Cancer Center, including active treatment and/or surveillance. * Reports elevated levels of distress on the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) Distress Thermometer \> 3. * Rep…
Contacts

Jamie Jacobs, Ph.D

617-643-1777

jjacobs@mgh.harvard.edu

CONTACT

Amy Clara, PsyD

617-643-1777

aclara@partners.org

CONTACT