Exploring a new blended therapy for personality disorders
Feasibility and Preliminary Effectiveness of Blended Dynamic Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Personality Pathology
This study is testing a new therapy that mixes in-person sessions with online tools to see if it helps adults with personality disorders feel better and take charge of their treatment.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 27 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | De Viersprong Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Halsteren, Noord-Brabant) |
| Trial ID | NCT06471010 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the feasibility, acceptability, and effectiveness of a blended psychotherapeutic treatment program called B-DIT, which combines face-to-face therapy with online modules for adults with personality pathology. The program is structured in three phases: an individual phase lasting about two months, a four-month group phase, and a four-month booster phase to reinforce positive changes. By integrating traditional therapy with e-health components, the study aims to enhance treatment accessibility and foster a sense of ownership among clients regarding their treatment. The research is conducted by the Dutch mental health care institute De Viersprong in collaboration with OnlinePsyHulp.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older with mild to moderately severe personality functioning impairments.
Not a fit: Patients with severe personality disorders, acute crisis risks, or certain mental health conditions like schizophrenia may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could improve treatment outcomes and recovery for individuals with personality disorders.
How similar studies have performed: While blended interventions have shown promise in other mental health areas, there is limited evidence specifically targeting personality pathology, making this approach relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria for treatment referral: 1. 18 years of age or older 2. mild to moderately severe impairments in personality functioning, including both cluster B and cluster C personality problems as well as a mixed presentation within unspecified personality disorder. General exclusion criteria for treatment at the Viersprong: 1. insufficient proficiency in the Dutch language 2. no permanent place of residence 3. intellectual disability (IQ \< 80) 4. organic brain disorder 5. autism spectrum disorders 6. schizophrenia or schizophreniform disorder 7. (untreated) eating disorder, extreme obesity, or a BMI \< 17.5 8. (untreated) addiction. Additional exclusion criteria for the B-DIT treatment: 1. acute risk of crisis requiring stabilizing/crisis interventions 2. Severe PTSD or the severe range of personality problems (structural: low-level borderline organization). There are no additional inclusion/exclusion criteria for participation in the study, other than those that apply to treatment.
Where this trial is running
Halsteren, Noord-Brabant
- De Viersprong — Halsteren, Noord-Brabant, Netherlands (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Maaike L Smits, Dr. — De Viersprong
- Study coordinator: Maaike L Smits, Dr.
- Email: maaike.smits@deviersprong.nl
- Phone: 0887656200
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.