Digital harm reduction treatment for alcohol use disorder
Official title: eHaRT-A: Adapting an Evidence-based, In-person Harm Reduction Treatment Into a Virtual Care Telehealth Intervention for People With Lived Experience of Homelessness and Alcohol Use Disorder
Run by University of Washington · NCT06702007 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new online treatment for alcohol use disorder to see if it helps people who have been homeless and are now in supportive housing feel better and reduce alcohol-related problems compared to regular services.
Quick facts
| Phase | Phase 3 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Ages | 21 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 160 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Washington Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Seattle, Washington) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | January 20, 2025 |
| Main results expected | January 2027 |
| Study ends | August 31, 2027 |
| Registry record updated | July 8, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06702007 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 21 and older who are currently registered clients at Housing First sites and have a recent history of alcohol use.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are not currently drinking or those who pose a risk to the safety of others may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This project aims to convert a successful in-person harm-reduction treatment for alcohol use disorder into a digital format called eHaRT-A. It is specifically designed for individuals who have experienced homelessness and are currently living in permanent supportive housing. The study will assess whether eHaRT-A is more effective than standard Housing First services in reducing alcohol-related harm and enhancing participants' quality of life. Participants will engage with the digital platform to receive tailored support and interventions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce alcohol-related harm and improve the quality of life for individuals with alcohol use disorder who have experienced homelessness.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promise in using digital platforms for harm reduction, but this specific approach targeting the homeless population with alcohol use disorder is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Being at least 21 years of age * Speak English fluently * Currently a registered client at one of the Housing First sites * Currently drinking (has used alcohol in the past 2 weeks) * Meeting criteria for "current" (e.g., past-year) AUD according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Health Disorders, Fifth Edition (determined as scoring \>= 2 on the SCID-5-CV) Exclusion Criteria: * Enrollment in any related treatment studies (including studies by this research team) * Refusal or inability to consent * Constituting a risk to the safety and security of residents or staff
Where it's running
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Downtown Emergency Service Center
Seattle, Washington, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Tessa Frohe, PhD — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Emily Taylor
- Email: emt07@uw.edu
- Phone: 206-744-1873
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.