App plus therapist sessions may help WTC responders with PTSD

NCT ID NCT06648928

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Symptom relief Sponsor: Florida International University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a mobile app called PTSD Coach, with or without brief clinician support, can reduce PTSD, anxiety, depression, and sleep problems in World Trade Center responders living in Florida. About 120 English- or Spanish-speaking responders will be randomly assigned to use the app alone, the app plus four remote therapy sessions, or a waitlist. The goal is to see if these app-based approaches are practical and effective for this group, especially Hispanic responders.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Clinician-supported PTSD Coach mobile app
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide a scalable, remotely delivered treatment option for PTSD and related symptoms in WTC responders, especially Hispanic and Spanish-speaking groups.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage feasibility study (120 participants) with no blinding, and results may not generalize to all populations. The app is not a substitute for in-person care for severe cases.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder Depression depressive disorder Parasomnias post-traumatic stress disorder Psychological Well-Being sleep disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ANXIETY SYMPTOMS DEPRESSION SYMPTOMS PTSD SYMPTOMS SLEEP DISTURBANCE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Florida International University

Miami, Florida, 33199, United States

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