Group Traumatic Episode Protocol for birth-related trauma

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

Group Traumatic Episode Protocol (GTEP) is a group form of EMDR adapted for online delivery to people reporting trauma after childbirth. Participants under the Black Country Perinatal Mental Health Service will join online GTEP groups and complete pre- and post-intervention outcome measures including the PCL-5 and City BiTS for trauma symptoms, plus CORE-10 for wellbeing and PBQ for parent-infant bonding. Feasibility and acceptability will be measured with structured questionnaires and open-ended qualitative feedback from participants and facilitators. The study will provide initial efficacy data and practical information on delivering GTEP in a perinatal context.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Aged between 18-65 years.
* Currently under the Black Country Perinatal Mental Health Service
* Experiencing self-reported trauma symptoms related to a birthing experience within the last 18 months (this includes the birth itself, the postnatal hospital stay, and/or any neonatal admissions).
* Access to technology (e.g., laptop, internet connection) to be able to access the online group.
* Access to a confidential space within their home, and childcare for their baby/any other existing children.
* Proficient levels of English Language to engage with the group.
* Ability to engage in group therapy based on clinical presentation.
* Capacity to consent to engage in the GTEP group and research study.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Women/birthing people whose baby is no longer under their care.
* Severe and enduring mental health presentations (i.e., diagnosis of bipolar, psychosis and/or schizophrenia.
* Significant sensory impairment (e.g., needing a British Sign Language interpreter).

Where it's running

• Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
  Wolverhampton, United Kingdom Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Rachel Strachan, Study Principal Investigator — Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
• Study coordinator: Grace E Rodgers, Study Chief Investigator
• Email: gxr327@student.bham.ac.uk
• Phone: +44 7817937825

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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.