Recovery Inspired Support Engagement: A 12‑week 1-on-1 program for families and friends supporting someone in recovery

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 pilot study enrolls 18 pairs (support person and their loved one) to participate in weekly telehealth sessions for 12 weeks, with surveys at baseline, week 6, week 12, and 12 weeks post‑program, plus a focus group or interview. The study aims to see how many complete the program and how satisfied participants are, while also gathering feedback for hypothesis generation. The intervention is a structured ITC program delivered remotely, focusing on improving support person well‑being and social recovery capital alongside outcomes for the loved one’s recovery. Eligible pairs include adults with regular contact and access to internet or video conferencing, and the loved one must have recently completed inpatient/residential treatment. Recruitment targets 18 support persons and 18 loved ones, with an overall enrollment goal of 36 participants.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Inclusion Criteria for Support Persons:

  * Ages 18+.
  * Having a loved one who participated in an inpatient or residential substance use disorder program in the past 30 days, as reported by loved one, support person, clinician, or chart review.
  * Interest in supporting the loved one's recovery from substance use.
  * At least 4 days per month virtual or in-person contact per month with the loved one.
  * Access to a computer with internet or mobile phone with video conferencing capabilities.
  * Ability to provide written informed consent.
  * Speak and read English.
* Inclusion Criteria for Loved Ones:

  * Ages 18+.
  * Participated in an inpatient or residential substance use disorder program in the past 30 days, as reported by self, support person, clinician, or chart review.
  * At least 4 days per month virtual or in-person contact per month with the support person.
  * Access to a computer with internet or mobile phone with video conferencing capabilities.
  * Ability to provide written informed consent.
  * Speak and read English.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Exclusion Criteria for Support Persons:

  * DSM-5 moderate or severe substance use disorder in the past year.
  * History of domestic violence with the loved one that would interfere with the ability to safely follow through with the intervention plan.
  * Psychiatric, cognitive, or medical impairments that would interfere with the ability to follow through with the intervention plan.
  * Prior participation of a support person of the loved one in an ITC-related research study.
  * Significant prior experience with ITC or CRAFT (e.g., having completed an ITC-related training workshop or course prior to study enrollment)
* Exclusion Criteria for Loved Ones: N/A

Where it's running

• McLean Hospital
  Belmont, Massachusetts, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Julie M McCarthy, PhD
• Email: jmccarthy@mclean.harvard.edu
• Phone: 16178553521

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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.