Closes 17 September 2026
The University of Sydney is conducting a trial of a psychological treatment for co-occurring posttraumatic stress and substance use issues in adolescents and young adults aged 12-25 years.
• Eligible participants will be randomly allocated to receive therapy in person or via telehealth.
• Both methods of treatment delivery involve up to 16, one-on-one sessions with a psychologist.
• Sessions are once a week and take about 60-90 minutes and all sessions are provided free of charge.
• In person sessions are delivered at the University of Sydney in Darlington. Telehealth sessions are delivered via video conferencing using the participant’s device.
• Participants can continue seeing their regular health care providers while in the trial when indicated.
• All information provided will remain anonymous and confidential.
To be eligible, participants:
• Must be aged 12-25 years
• Had a lifetime exposure to at least one traumatic event
• Meet criteria for subthreshold or full PTSD
• Have used alcohol or other drugs in the past month and have a history of problematic use
• Be fluent in English
• Be able to travel to attend sessions in Sydney
• Have access to a device for video conferencing
To register click on "Register your Interest" below.
For further information or if you or someone you know is interested in participating, please contact us.
Call or text 0494 394 093 or email [email protected]
Register your Interest