Online therapy gets a personal touch: patient stories may boost alcohol misuse treatment

NCT ID NCT05555264

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Regina Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested an enhanced version of internet-delivered cognitive behaviour therapy (ICBT) for people who misuse alcohol. Researchers added real patient stories and optional resources for common issues like anxiety and depression. 205 adults from Saskatchewan took part, either with therapist guidance or self-guided. The goal was to see if these additions improved how patients felt about the program and their drinking habits.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: internet-delivered cognitive behaviour therapy (ICBT)
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could make online therapy for alcohol misuse more effective and relatable by including real patient stories and extra resources for common mental health issues.
What could go wrong: This is a completed trial with 205 participants, so results are available but may not apply to everyone. The study focuses on patient satisfaction and engagement, not long-term abstinence or cure.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

alcohol abuse

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ALCOHOL MISUSE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Online Therapy Unit, University of Regina

Regina, Saskatchewan, S4S 0A2, Canada

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