What is PATH?

Positive Processes and Transition to Health (PATH) is a research study investigating an innovative, individual treatment program for adults suffering from depression and trauma-related symptoms. PATH is unique in that it directly targets processes we think maintain these symptoms and focuses on positive emotions as well as distressing emotions.

Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) is the comparison intervention to the novel PATH psychotherapy. PMR is an evidence based treatment that teaches relaxation for stress management.

We are offering a treatment that involves one-on-one sessions to teach stress management, healthy lifestyle skills, and coping strategies that will help reduce current depression and trauma-related symptoms.

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If I participated in PATH, what would I do?

  • 90-minute, weekly psychotherapy

  • Three assessments (post-treatment, 1 and 3 month follow-up)

  • Up to $150 in compensation

All evaluations and treatment sessions are conducted by clinicians who are experienced in working with individuals with depression and trauma-related symptoms.

How can PATH help me?

Although treatment outcomes vary, you may experience:

  • Fewer depressive and trauma-related symptoms

  • Improved mood

  • Better relationships

  • More enjoyment in life

  • Better stress management

Who is conducting the PATH study?

The PATH study is brought to you by the PTSD Research and Treatment Program at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, OH, the Center for Anxiety and Traumatic Stress at the University of Washington in Seattle, WA, and the Depression Treatment and Wellness Program at the University of Delaware in Newark, DE. It is sponsored by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH).

Please click here to learn more about our treatment team.