RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07705776

SanaMente: A Peer-Led Program to Reduce Health Disparities in Rural Latino/a Communities

SanaMente: A Peer-Led, Evidence-Based Mental Health and Lifestyle Program to Reduce Health Disparities in Rural Latino/a Communities

Sponsor

University of Colorado, Boulder

Enrollment

40 participants

Start Date

Mar 6, 2026

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Chronic Medical Illness Stress (Psychology)Depression and/or Anxiety in the Mild-to-moderate Range

Summary

The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effectiveness of the SanaMente peer-led mental health and lifestyle program for rural Latino/a adults with chronic medical conditions and mental health concerns. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Is the SanaMente program feasible and acceptable for rural Latino/a adults with chronic medical conditions and mental health concerns? * Does participation in the SanaMente program improve mental health outcomes (depression, anxiety, and stress), healthy lifestyle behaviors (sleep, physical activity, and nutrition), and overall well-being? This is a single-arm pilot study without comparison group. Participants will: * Participate in the 6-8 week SanaMente peer-led group program. * Complete surveys at baseline, mid-program, and post-program assessing mental health, lifestyle behaviors, overall well-being, and program satisfaction. * Complete an exit survey and have the option to participate in a focus group to provide feedback on the program's usability, acceptability, perceived impact, and suggestions for improvement.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

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This clinical trial is studying a behavioral approach called SanaMente for people with chronic medical illness, depression and/or anxiety in the mild-to-moderate range, and other related conditions. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALSanaMente

SanaMente is a culturally responsive, peer-led behavioral program designed to support mental health and promote healthy lifestyle behaviors among rural Latino/a adults with chronic medical conditions and mental health concerns. The program is delivered by trained bilingual peer mentors in small group sessions over 6-8 weeks and integrates evidence-based strategies to improve depression, anxiety, stress, sleep, physical activity, nutrition, and overall well-being. The intervention emphasizes culturally relevant content, peer support, and skill-building to enhance self-management and emotional wellness.