Written Versus Verbal Brief Cognitive Behavioral Exposure Therapy

A Randomized Control Trial Comparing Written Versus Verbal Brief Cognitive Behavioral Exposure Therapy Delivered Online

The purpose of the study is to compare the efficacy of two different versions of a brief online exposure therapy program for PTSD: written versus verbal trauma narrative recounting in reducing PTSD symptom severity. Both treatments will be delivered through an interactive online program with coaching from a trained peer support specialist. Treatment will be a variable length, such that 4 to 8 sessions will be delivered, depending on each participants' rate of PTSD symptom recovery.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Able to read/write English
• Internet connection allowing stable access to the Vets Prevail website
• A clinically significant PCL-5 score of 31 or above.

Exclusion Criteria:

• A score on the suicidality item of the PHQ-9 of 3 or higher.