RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07167641

Caring for the Carer

Sponsor

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

Enrollment

30 participants

Start Date

Sep 11, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Caregiver Burnout Care Giving Burden Care Burden

Summary

The purpose of the present study is to investigate the acceptability and feasibility of implementing a novel, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) intervention to caregivers and supporters of individuals who have experienced psychosis, regardless of their relative's engagement in treatment specific to psychosis (i.e., coordinated specialty care (CSC) services). Additionally, the investigators will assess the secondary aim of impact on well-being as a result of the intervention.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 99 Years

Inclusion Criteria4

The participants must be a parent, caregiver, or supporter of a young person who has been referred to a CSC program for First Episode Psychosis (FEP) in the past 3 years. A parent or supporter is considered eligible for the study if their young person was referred to the program but chose not or was unable to engage in CSC or is currently on the waitlist for FEP treatment.
Parent, caregiver, or supporter must be at least 18 years of age
Participants recruited from UNC CSC programs
Parent, caregiver, or supporter must be able to engage in research assessments and consent to audio recording sessions for fidelity ratings

Exclusion Criteria3

Parent, caregiver, or supporter is currently engaged in legal action against the loved one receiving services/experiencing psychosis
Parent, caregiver, or supporter's loved one has never experienced psychosis
Parent, caregiver, or supporter does not speak English

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Interventions

OTHERCognitive Behavioral Therapy for Caregivers

The intervention includes four "Foundational Sessions" delivered to all participants: Orientation and Engagement, Narrative Exploration, and Goal Setting Sessions at the beginning of treatment, followed by a structured Closing Session at the end of treatment. Beyond the four foundational sessions, caregiver clients complete an additional module based on their top area of need. These modules are called "Core Sessions" and are selected through a collaborative process that draws on caregiver preferences, clinical judgment, and assessment results to ensure treatment is tailored to each caregiver's unique experiences, interests, and goals.