Engaging families in coordinated care for early psychosis
Official title: Integration of a Culturally Responsive Family Peer Delivered Engagement Strategy in Coordinated Specialty Care
Run by Washington State University · NCT06945055 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new way to help families get more involved in the care of their loved ones with early psychosis to see if it improves support and outcomes for everyone involved.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 900 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Washington State University Academic / other |
| Locations | 4 sites (Bend, Oregon and 3 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | March 1, 2025 |
| Main results expected | December 2029 |
| Study ends | December 2029 |
| Registry record updated | February 23, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06945055 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are family members or support persons of individuals enrolled in coordinated specialty care services for six months or less.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who do not understand the consent process or do not speak English or Spanish 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 study aims to enhance family member engagement in mental health services for individuals experiencing early psychosis by implementing a culturally responsive family engagement strategy delivered by family peers. It utilizes a mixed-methods, clustered stepped-wedged design to compare the effectiveness of this approach against an attention control condition. Participants will include family members of individuals receiving coordinated specialty care, who will receive psychoeducation, support, and resources to improve their involvement in care. The study seeks to address disparities in service engagement and improve outcomes for both family members and individuals in treatment.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve family engagement in mental health services, leading to better outcomes for individuals with early psychosis.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown that family engagement strategies can improve outcomes in mental health care, suggesting this approach may be effective.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Family Member / Support Person Inclusion Criteria: * Family member/support person of an individual enrolled in coordinated specialty care services for less than or equal to 6 months. * 18 years of age or older. * During the active implementation period (FAMES) did not participate in the attention control condition. Exclusion Criteria: * If they do not understand the consent process. * If they do not speak and/or understand English or Spanish. Primary Service User Inclusion Criteria * enrolled in coordinated specialty care services for less than or equal to 6 months. * 15 years of age or older. * Has a family member/support person willing to engage in the study. during the active implementation period (FAMES) did not participate in the attention control condition. Exclusion Criteria * if they do not understand the consent process * If they do not speak and/or understand English or Spanish
Where it's running
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Comprehensive Healthcare
Pasco, Washington, United States Recruiting -
Lucid Living
Tacoma, Washington, United States Recruiting -
Comprehensive Healthcare
Yakima, Washington, United States Recruiting -
Deschutes County Behavioral Health EASA
Bend, Oregon, United States Not yet recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Oladunni Oluwoye, Associate Professor, Ph.D.
- Email: oladunni.oluwoye@wsu.edu
- Phone: 509-368-6805
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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.