EMDR Toolbox to reduce psychological distress in people with early-stage cancer

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This interventional trial offers either standard EMDR or the EMDR Toolbox Method to adults with stage I–II cancer to test feasibility and effects on psychological distress. The program is delivered by trained clinicians within liaison psychology services and integrates routine distress screening with trauma-focused psychotherapy. Outcomes include measures of psychological distress, acceptability, and feasibility such as session completion and questionnaire return. Patients must be able to complete questionnaires and provide written informed consent, and those with psychiatric conditions that impair consent are excluded.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Clinical stage of the tumor: Stage I, II (TNM classification)
* Age ≥ 18 years \<=65
* Conditions enabling correct implementation of the proposed program (ability to complete questionnaires)
* Written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Psychiatric or other disorders that may impair the ability to provide informed consent.

Where it's running

• Lega cancro Ticino
  Bellinzona, Canton Ticino, Switzerland Recruiting
• Lega Cancro Ticino
  Bellinzona, Canton Ticino, Switzerland Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Paola Arnaboldi — Lega Cancro Ticino
• Study coordinator: Paola Arnaboldi, PsyD
• Email: paola.arnaboldi@legacancro-ti.ch
• Phone: +41782192859

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.