New Identity-Based therapy aims to beat standard CBT for young adults

NCT ID NCT06384196

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a new type of talk therapy called Identity-Based Transdiagnostic Therapy (IBTT) for young adults with anxiety or depression. It compares IBTT to a well-known therapy called the Unified Protocol (CBT-based). The goal is to see if IBTT is more engaging and effective at reducing symptoms. The trial will involve 138 participants and uses online tools to explore personal identity.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Identity-Based Transdiagnostic Therapy (IBTT) - a type of talk therapy

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a more engaging and effective therapy option for young adults struggling with anxiety or depression.

What could go wrong

This is a relatively small, early-stage trial (138 participants) comparing a new therapy to an established one. The new therapy may not prove more effective, and results may not apply to everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder Depression depressive disorder Patient Satisfaction Personal Satisfaction Psychological Well-Being

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Associació Centre Higiene Mental Nou Barris

    RECRUITING

    Barcelona, 08042, Spain

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  • Badalona Serveis Assistencials

    RECRUITING

    Badalona, 08911, Spain

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