Sensorimotor Psychotherapy for Personality Disorders
Run by Tilburg University · NCT07342270 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A family-friendly test to see if Sensorimotor Psychotherapy helps people with personality disorders who have early childhood trauma.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 16 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 131 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Tilburg University Academic / other |
| Locations | 6 sites (Ermelo, Gelderland and 5 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | May 1, 2026 |
| Main results expected | May 1, 2028 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2028 |
| Registry record updated | October 16, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT07342270 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Individuals aged 16 or older with a diagnosed personality disorder and a history of early childhood trauma.
✕Probably not a fit
Participants without trauma-linked somatic symptoms or those not responding to body-oriented therapy may see limited or no additional benefit.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This interventional study examines whether Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, added to treatment as usual, can benefit individuals with personality disorders and a history of early trauma. It targets bodily-based therapy approaches to complement verbal psychotherapy, addressing somatic symptoms linked to traumatic experiences. Participants must be 16 or older, diagnosed with a DSM personality disorder, and have documented early childhood trauma. The study is conducted across multiple Dutch sites with lead sponsorship from Tilburg University and GGZ partners. Outcomes will inform whether integrating body-oriented techniques improves clinical symptoms and functioning.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, participants may experience reduced trauma-related symptoms and improved overall functioning when Sensorimotor Psychotherapy is added to standard care.
How similar studies have gone: There is limited prior evidence for body-centered therapies in personality disorders, making this study relatively novel but grounded in connections between trauma and somatic experiences.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 16 and older * Diagnosed with a personality disorder according to the DSM-classification * Has a history of early childhood trauma Exclusion Criteria: * Does not master Dutch / English sufficiently for filling out the questionnaire cannot fill participate in the research. * Presents factors or behaviour that disrupts participation in the group and undermines treatment will be excluded from this study.
Where it's running
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GGz Centraal Fornhese
Ermelo, Gelderland, Netherlands Recruiting -
GGNet Scelta
Warnsveld, Gelderland, Netherlands Recruiting -
enMente
Zutphen, Gelderland, Netherlands Recruiting -
GGz Breburg
Tilburg, North Brabant, Netherlands Recruiting -
Aelbrecht GGz
Waalre, North Brabant, Netherlands Recruiting -
Topp-Zorg
Zeist, Utrecht, Netherlands Recruiting
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.