Can a new psychotherapy help people with psychosis feel more like themselves?

NCT ID NCT06597864

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

Summary

This pilot study tests a new type of talking therapy designed for people with early psychosis who experience 'self-disorders' — a feeling of being disconnected from themselves. Eight adults with schizophrenia or psychosis risk will receive the therapy and then be interviewed about their experience. The goal is to learn if the therapy feels helpful and useful, not yet to prove it works.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Seven-step phenomenological psychotherapy for self-disorders

What this could lead to

If successful, this could point toward a new talking therapy that helps people with psychosis feel more connected to themselves and others.

What could go wrong

This is a very small pilot study with only 8 people, so results may not apply widely. It is early-stage and focuses on participant experience, not proven effectiveness.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

psychotic disorder schizophrenia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Akershus University Hospital

    COMPLETED

    Oslo, Norway

  • Bærum DPS

    RECRUITING

    Sandvika, Bærum, 1338, Norway

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