Computer coach aims to sharpen therapy for Veterans' depression
NCT ID NCT02488551
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a computer-assisted tool helps mental health providers in rural VA clinics deliver cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) more effectively for depression and anxiety. About 34 therapists and 167 veterans will take part. Therapists are randomly assigned to use the computer tool or a manual, and researchers measure how well they stick to the therapy model and how patients improve over a year.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Computer-delivered CALM tool
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this computer tool could help therapists in rural clinics deliver better depression and anxiety care, potentially improving outcomes for many veterans.
- What could go wrong
- This is a relatively small study focused on therapist fidelity, not a direct test of a new drug or cure. The tool may not significantly improve patient outcomes or be widely adopted.
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