Hope after crisis: new therapy aims to help veterans rebuild their lives

NCT ID NCT04731519

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a new talk therapy called Continuous Identity Cognitive Therapy (CI-CT) for veterans who have recently had a suicidal episode. The goal is to help them feel more hopeful, build a positive sense of self, and improve their quality of life. About 57 veterans will take part, and researchers will measure changes in recovery and suicidal thoughts.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Continuous Identity Cognitive Therapy (CI-CT)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide a new recovery-focused therapy to help veterans rebuild hope and purpose after a suicidal crisis.
What could go wrong: This is a small early-stage study with only 57 participants, so results may not apply widely. The therapy is new and may not show clear benefits.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Suicide

As listed by the trial registrant

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

SUICIDE

Contacts and locations

Locations

James J. Peters VA Medical Center, Bronx, NY
RECRUITING

The Bronx, New York, 10468-3904, United States

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