Online CBT shows promise for treating depression in rural communities
NCT ID NCT04120285
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether giving primary care doctors access to an online cognitive behavior therapy program helps treat major depression in rural West Virginia and Kentucky. Over 1,200 adults participated. The goal was to see if remote therapy can improve depression remission rates and be a practical option where mental health services are scarce.
What this could mean
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Active substance
remote internet-based cognitive behavior therapy (eCBT)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide an effective, accessible treatment option for depression in rural areas with limited mental health resources.
What could go wrong
This is a completed study, but results may not apply to all populations. Online therapy may not work for everyone, and access to technology is required.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Harpers Ferry Family Medicine
Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, 25425, United States
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Minnie Hamilton Health Systems
Glenville, West Virginia, 26351, United States
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Minnie Hamilton Health Systems
Grantsville, West Virginia, 26147, United States
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University of Lousiville Health
Louisville, Kentucky, 40202, United States
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Upper Kanawha Clinic
Cedar Grove, West Virginia, 25039, United States
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WVU Medicine
Morgantown, West Virginia, 26505, United States
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Wayne Medical Clinic
Wayne, West Virginia, 25570, United States