Nature-Based Therapy for Depression and Anxiety
Promoting Active Therapy: Path to Wellness
Recruiting
Phase 2
Interventional Study
Depression, Anxiety
Physical Activity
Time in Nature
Self-Efficacy
Feasibility Pilot Study
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
Prior Safety Data
This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial.
At a Glance
- Age
- 18 – 65
- Sex
- Any
- Trial phase
- Phase 2
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 60 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Kansas State University · Other
Who this trial is looking for
This trial is looking for adults dealing with depression or anxiety who are currently seeing a therapist. Participants will take part in outdoor sessions and learn how to be active in nature over 10 weeks.
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
You may be able to join if
- I am a current client of a participating therapist.
- I have been diagnosed with a depressive or anxiety disorder.
- I can safely engage in moderate physical activity.
- I am willing to complete all study requirements.
You may not be able to join if
- I plan to stop therapy in less than 6 months.
- I have active suicidal thoughts.
- I do not pass the exercise risk screener.
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
This project will examine changes in depression and anxiety following a 10-week intervention promoting nature-based physical activity in mental health settings. We will recruit ten licensed therapists whose caseload includes adults with depression and anxiety. Following a training by our team, each participating therapist will recruit six clients, who will be randomly assigned to the intervention …
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Current client of a participating therapist who has completed study training
* Diagnosed depressive or anxiety disorder
* Able to safely engage in moderate physical activity
* Willing to complete all study requirements
Exclusion Criteria:
* Planning to discontinue therapy in…
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