Talking it out: new study tests counseling to boost HIV treatment success

NCT ID NCT05352061

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Disease control Sponsor: University of Miami Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests a counseling program for people living with HIV who also face mental health challenges or substance use. The program uses one-on-one sessions to help with medication adherence, stress, and other life issues. Researchers will see if participants complete the program and improve their HIV viral control. The goal is to find better ways to support overall health in this group.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) counseling
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward a practical counseling approach to help people with HIV stay on treatment and manage mental health challenges.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early feasibility study with only 75 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The intervention is behavioral, not a medical treatment, and may not work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

HIV infectious disease Medication Adherence Psychological Well-Being

As listed by the trial registrant

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

MEDICATION ADHERENCE MENTAL HEALTH ISSUE

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Miami

Miami, Florida, 33136, United States

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