Purpose of this Study
This study lasts about eight months. After joining, participants will complete an assessment and then be placed into one of two groups by chance. One group will be offered up to 12 counseling sessions with a study therapist over about eight weeks. The other group will be given information about behavioral health services that are already available in the community. Everyone will also receive information about services that can help support health after returning to the community.
During the study, participants will have follow up visits over several months and brief check in calls between visits. At these visits, they will answer questions and take part in interviews about their health and substance use. Researchers want to learn if counseling can improve health and well being for people taking part in the study.
Who Can Participate?
Eligibility
Adults who currently use illegal drugs and have been incarcerated within the past year
Age Range
18-110
Sex/Genders
Male (cisgender)
Female (cisgender)
Non-binary or gender fluid
Transgender male
Transgender female
Looking for Healthy Participants
No
What is Involved?
Description
This study compares a new counseling and support program with the behavioral health services that are already available for people returning to the community after being in jail or prison. Researchers want to learn which approach does a better job of helping people improve their health, reduce substance use, and support recovery.
Participants will either receive counseling from a study therapist or be connected with services that are already available in the community. The goal is to find better ways to support people as they return to everyday life and work toward good health and recovery.
Locations
Other
Visit Timing
Weekdays
Weekends
Evenings
Compensation
Yes
Spanish Materials Available
No
Study Details
Full Title
STEPS: Supportive Treatment with Enhanced Post-Incarceration Services (Aim 3)
Principal Investigator
Catherine
Paquette
Protocol Number
PRO00120118
NCT ID
NCT07744841
Phase
N/A
Enrollment Status
Pending Open to Enrollment