New study tests coaching program to help mentally ill reclaim their lives

NCT ID NCT05544344

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tests a program called Healthy ReStart that uses health coaching, motivational interviewing, and online tools to help adults with serious mental illness return to active lives after major disruptions like the COVID-19 pandemic. Sixty participants will receive either the coaching program plus usual mental health services or just usual services. Researchers will measure changes in confidence, depression, anxiety, and overall recovery over four months.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Healthy ReStart health coaching program

What this could lead to

If it works, this could provide a practical, low-cost way to help people with serious mental illness regain confidence and improve daily functioning after life disruptions.

What could go wrong

This is a small early-stage study with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The program relies on self-report and online access, which could limit its effectiveness for some.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

mental disorder psychiatric disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Trilogy Behavioral Health Care

    RECRUITING

    Chicago, Illinois, 60626, United States

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