Readiness and Progress in Emotion Regulation Therapy

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 open trial delivers a time-variable, six-module Emotion Regulation Therapy (ERT) program via telehealth to adults living in New York State who report elevated worry, rumination, or self-criticism. Participants complete an online pre-screen, a structured clinical interview, and then attend 12–22 weekly telehealth sessions while completing 18–28 weekly questionnaires spanning before, during, and after treatment. The study tracks changes in ERT-specific mechanisms (attention regulation, metacognitive regulation, motivation/valued living) and their relationship to negative self-referential processing over time, and examines therapist–client concordance on skills and goals. It also aims to demonstrate the preliminary efficacy of this brief ERT format for reducing symptoms and improving quality of life and functioning.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Between the ages of 18 and 65
* Fluent in English (and therefore able to provide consent)
* Currently living in New York State
* Access to at least one device with internet and video-conferencing capabilities
* High self-reported worry, rumination, and/or self-criticism
* Meet Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders - Fifth Edition (DSM-5) criteria for at least one, current psychological disorder

Exclusion Criteria:

* Active suicidal ideation or intent
* Substance dependence disorder, schizophrenia, bipolar-I disorder, or a primary DSM-5 diagnosis of borderline or narcissistic personality disorder
* Currently in therapy or receiving any type of psychosocial treatment
* Individuals taking psychotropic mediation that has not been stabilized for a period of at least 3 months
* Current students at Teachers College, Columbia University

Where it's running

• Teachers College, Columbia University
  New York, New York, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Douglas S Mennin — Professor of Clinical Psychology
• Study coordinator: Douglas S Mennin
• Email: mennin@tc.columbia.edu
• Phone: 212.678.6609

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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.