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New therapy could ease complex PTSD symptoms

NCT ID NCT07371156

Symptom relief Sponsor: Sofie Folke Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Sep 09, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study will compare two types of talk therapy for adults with complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD). One therapy, called PACE, is a patient-centred modular cognitive behavioural therapy. The other is prolonged exposure (PE), a standard treatment. The goal is to see which therapy better reduces CPTSD symptoms and has fewer side effects. About 228 adults will take part.

What this could mean

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Active substance
talk therapy (PACE or prolonged exposure)
What this could lead to
If PACE works better than standard therapy, it could offer a more effective, patient-centred option for people with complex PTSD.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small trial (228 people) comparing two talk therapies, so results may not apply to everyone. Also, talk therapy can be emotionally challenging and may not work for all participants.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 228 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Oct 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Dec 2029

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

A government agency

The lead sponsor is a government body.

Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age: ≥18 years. * Referred to PTSD treatment (which requires absence of severe psychiatric comorbidity dominating the clinical presentation, hindering trauma-focused psychotherapy, assessed by the referring clinician at point of referral (e.g. major depressive disorder, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, alcohol- or substance use, and aggressive behaviours)). * Diagnosis of CPTSD according to ICD-11, assessed by the interviewing investigator using the ITI interview. * Written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Current self-harm or severe suicidality defined as at least one self-harm episode or one suicide-attempt the last three months, as assessed by the interviewing investigator. * Any other condition that markedly compromises the participant's ability to adhere to the treatment programme or follow-up, such IQ \< 70 based on clinical judgement. * Currently involved in legal proceedings concerning work accident compensation related to PTSD, or trial regarding child custody. * Does not understand Danish or needs an interpreter. Please note that participants need to be invited in order to take part in the trial.

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Complex posttraumatic stress disorder

How to take part

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Danish Veterans Centre - Aalborg: Aalborg Kaserner, Gl. Høvej 34

    Nørresundby, 9400, Denmark

  • Danish Veterans Centre - Fredericia: Ryes Kaserne, Treldevej 110

    Fredericia, 7000, Denmark

  • Danish Veterans Centre - Holstebro: Jydske Dragonregiment, Dragonkasernen 1

    Holstebro, 7500, Denmark

  • Danish Veterans Centre - Høvelte: Livgardens Kaserne, Høveltevej 117

    Birkerød, 3460, Denmark

  • Danish Veterans Centre - Karup: Flyvestation Karup, Herningvej 30

    Karup, 7470, Denmark

  • Danish Veterans Centre - Ringsted: Ringsted Kaserne, Garnisonen 1

    Ringsted, 4100, Denmark

  • Danish Veterans Centre - Slagelse: Antvorskov Kaserne, Charlottedal Allé 4

    Slagelse, 4200, Denmark

  • Danish Veterans Centre - Svanemøllen: Svanemøllens Kaserne, Ryvangs Allé 1-3

    Copenhagen, 2100, Denmark

  • The Outpatient Clinic for PTSD at Ballerup, Mental Health Centre Ballerup, Capital Region of Denmark

    Ballerup Municipality, 2750, Denmark

  • The Outpatient Clinic for PTSD, Department of Affective Disorders, Aarhus University Hospital Psychiatry

    Aarhus, 8200, Denmark