Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 to 70

Online group cognitive behavioral therapy for adults with cystic fibrosis and their caregivers

Official title: The Effectiveness and Efficacy of an Online Group Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy in Patients With Cystic Fibrosis and Caregivers in Comparison to Control Groups by the Hellenic Cystic Fibrosis Association A Randomized Controlled Trial

Run by Rakitzi, Stavroula · NCT07255131 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This program tests whether a 13-week online group cognitive behavioral therapy helps adults with cystic fibrosis and their caregivers feel less depression and anxiety compared with online supportive group therapy.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 70 Years
SexAll
Enrollment52 (estimated)
SponsorRakitzi, Stavroula
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Athens)
StatusRecruiting
StartedSeptember 26, 2025
Main results expectedDecember 20, 2028
Study endsDecember 20, 2028
Registry record updatedJanuary 27, 2026
Trial IDNCT07255131 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Adults aged 18–70 who are members of the Hellenic Cystic Fibrosis Association and can attend 13 weekly Zoom sessions are ideal candidates.

Probably not a fit

People who cannot join regular online sessions, are not association members, or have barriers that prevent participation may not receive benefit.

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

What this trial studies

This randomized controlled trial compares 13 weekly sessions of online group cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with 13 weekly sessions of online group supportive psychotherapy for two populations: adults with cystic fibrosis and their caregivers. Participants are members of the Hellenic Cystic Fibrosis Association, aged 18–70, and will join groups via Zoom. Outcomes will include measures of depression, anxiety, functional recovery, and caregiver well‑being collected before and after the program. Both interventions are delivered in small groups on the same schedule to isolate the effect of the CBT content.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, participants could experience reduced depression and anxiety and improved daily functioning and recovery.

How similar studies have gone: CBT is proven to reduce depression and anxiety and online/group CBT formats have shown benefits, though application specifically to adults with cystic fibrosis and their caregivers is less well studied.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Age 18-70
* Members of the Hellenic Cystic Fibrosis Association
* Willingness to participate on 13 sessions via Zoom

Exclusion Criteria:

* Age over 70
* Not members of the Hellenic Cystic Fibrosis Association
* Not able to participate on 13 sessions via Zoom

Where it's running

  • Private practice, ILISION 34 15771 Athens Greece
    Athens, Greece
    Recruiting

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How to take part

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