Enhancing Internet-Delivered Cognitive Behaviour Therapy With Additional Content

What this study is about

This study evaluates the effectiveness of additional content on loneliness offered alongside the Wellbeing Course - an internet-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy (ICBT) intervention for symptoms of depression and anxiety- in improving treatment outcomes for individuals with elevated scores on loneliness seeking treatment for depression and anxiety at a routine care online therapy clinic (the Online Therapy Unit). In this partially randomized control trial, the investigators aim to contribute to the literature by examining whether providing additional content on loneliness alongside the Wellbeing Course enhances engagement, satisfaction, and treatment outcomes among clients experiencing frequent loneliness compared to those completing only the Wellbeing Course. Over 8 weeks, participants will review course materials (with the addition of the loneliness content for those assigned to the loneliness content condition) online and complete questionnaires assessing changes in various outcomes over time.

Who can join (things the study team will check)

✅ You may be able to join if…

• Saskatchewan resident,
• Aged 18 years or older,
• Self-reported difficulty with depression and/or anxiety,
• Access to a computer (or other appropriate device) and the Internet,
• Willingness to learn information and skills to self-manage mental health difficulties, and
• Total score on UCLA-3 is greater than 5 at screening

🚫 You may not be able to join if…

• Current severe medical or psychiatric condition that requires immediate treatment (e.g. current mania or psychosis, actively suicidal or unable to keep themselves safe, medical condition requiring immediate surgery or other invasive treatment);
• Unable to read and understand English (All content is provided in English and staff is English speaking)

Where this trial is running

• Online Therapy Unit, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
• Online Therapy Unit, Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

Who to contact

Marcie Nugent, MSW · 306-337-3331 · marcie.nugent@uregina.ca

It's completely normal to call and ask questions before deciding anything. Mention the study ID: NCT07095582.