New group therapy aims to ease trauma after childbirth
NCT ID NCT07246356
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a group therapy program (GTEP) can help reduce trauma symptoms in people who had a traumatic birthing experience. Ten participants will join online sessions and complete questionnaires about their symptoms and well-being. The goal is to see if this approach is feasible and helpful for improving mental health and parent-infant bonding.
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 10 people
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- Started
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Jun 2025
- Expected to finish
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Jun 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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18 to 65 years
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Aged between 18-65 years. * Currently under the Black Country Perinatal Mental Health Service * Experiencing self-reported trauma symptoms related to a birthing experience within the last 18 months (this includes the birth itself, the postnatal hospital stay, and/or any neonatal admissions). * Access to technology (e.g., laptop, internet connection) to be able to access the online group. * Access to a confidential space within their home, and childcare for their baby/any other existing children. * Proficient levels of English Language to engage with the group. * Ability to engage in group therapy based on clinical presentation. * Capacity to consent to engage in the GTEP group and research study. Exclusion Criteria: * Women/birthing people whose baby is no longer under their care. * Severe and enduring mental health presentations (i.e., diagnosis of bipolar, psychosis and/or schizophrenia. * Significant sensory impairment (e.g., needing a British Sign Language interpreter).
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Locations
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Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
RECRUITINGWolverhampton, WV4 5HN, United Kingdom
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