Our Research

Research at RUSH University
Autism Assessment, Research, Treatment and Services Center
Center for Compulsive Behavior and Addiction
Laboratory of Amanda L. Persons
Laboratory of Brinda Desai Bradaric
Laboratory of T. Celeste Napier, PhD
Research of Alana Kirby, MD PhD
Research of Michael Ohene-Nyako, MHS
Research of Serena Seyburn
Center for Mood, Anxiety, and Traumatic Stress Research
Cognitive and Addiction Neuroscience Lab
Road Home Program Research
Treatment Response, Efficacy, Accessibility, and Timing (TREAT) Lab
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Our Research
Our Team
Woman's Board Depression Treatment Research Center
Research at RUSH University
Autism Assessment, Research, Treatment and Services Center
Center for Compulsive Behavior and Addiction
Laboratory of Amanda L. Persons
Laboratory of Brinda Desai Bradaric
Laboratory of T. Celeste Napier, PhD
Research of Alana Kirby, MD PhD
Research of Michael Ohene-Nyako, MHS
Research of Serena Seyburn
Center for Mood, Anxiety, and Traumatic Stress Research
Cognitive and Addiction Neuroscience Lab
Road Home Program Research
Treatment Response, Efficacy, Accessibility, and Timing (TREAT) Lab
Contact Us
Our Research
Our Team
Woman's Board Depression Treatment Research Center

Current Studies

 
Treatment Optimization Trial

Struggling after a traumatic experience? We're conducting a research study to understand how different evidence-based treatments work for different people- and how to improve outcomes for everyone. If you are looking for support and are interested in receiving free, high quality virtual therapy, you may be eligible to participate. 

What is this study about?
There are several evidence-based therapies that can help people with PTSD. This study is exploring how to best tailor these treatments to individual needs. We're offering a first round of Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), followed by additional care options for those who may benefit from more support. 

What will participation involve? 

  • Virtual format- all sessions and assessments take place online using a HIPAA-compliant software
  • Initial treatment: Daily CPT sessions (50 minutes/day) for two weeks (10 sessions total)
  • Assessments before, during, and after treatment
  • Some participants may be offered a second course of treatment (also 2 weeks) with options including continued CPT, Processing Emotions (PE), or Skills Training in Affective and Interpersonal Regulation (STAIR)
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Combining Talk Therapy with Stellate Ganglion Blocks

Looking for new options to manage your PTSD symptoms? We're studying how combing a well-established therapy for PTSD with a short outpatient injection procedure might improve recovery for people who've experienced trauma. 

What is the study about?
This study is testing different ways to treat PTSD, including a combination of: 
-Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)- an effective, evidence-based talk therapy for PTSD
-Stellate Ganglion Blocks (SGB)- a safe, outpatient injection that may help reduce PTSD symptoms by calming the body's stress response

We're exploring whether combining CPT and SGB helps people feel better faster and stay better longer.

What will participation involve?

  • Two short outpatient visits for injections at Rush's Pain Clinic
  • 1-week of virtual CPT (2 sessions a day over 5 days) OR daily check-ins with study staff
  • Wearing a free Fitbit to track heart rate patterns
  • Virtual assessments before and up to 6 months after treatment
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Have questions about our studies or want to see if you are eligible? 

Email us or give us a call at (312) 942-1442!