Feasibility and Efficacy of GTEP for Birth Trauma
A Study to Explore the Feasibility and Efficacy of Group Traumatic Episode Protocol (GTEP) for Reducing Trauma Symptoms Following a Traumatic Birthing Experience
University of Birmingham
10 participants
Jun 19, 2025
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
This clinical study aims to evaluate the feasibility and initial efficacy of Group Traumatic Episode Protocol (GTEP) for reducing trauma symptoms (measured by the PCL-5 and City BiTS) for individuals following a traumatic birthing experience. A secondary aim is to evaluate the efficacy of GTEP in improving parental wellbeing (measured through the CORE-10) and parent-infant bonding (measured through the PBQ) following a traumatic birthing experience. Participants (those who have experienced a traumatic birthing experience) will complete the GTEP intervention, delivered online. They will be asked to complete outcome measures and give feedback on their experience of the group.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria8
- 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 Criteria3
- 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).
Interventions
GTEP is a group version of the Recent Traumatic Episode Protocol (R-TEP), a form of EMDR. The GTEP intervention will involve 2 sessions focusing on preparation (e.g., through grounding and emotional regulation) followed by 4 processing sessions.
Locations(1)
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NCT07246356