Recruiting

JITT-EBP vs. Usual Training

Sponsor:

University of Minnesota

Code:

NCT07129070

Conditions

Mental Health Issue

Depression

Anxiety

Eligibility Criteria

Sex: All

Age: 12+

Healthy Volunteers: Accepted

Interventions

Interpersonal Psychotherapy-Adolescent Skills Training via Just-In-Time Training (JITT) implementation strategy

Interpersonal Psychotherapy-Adolescent Skills Training (IPT-AST) implemented via usual training

Study Details

Brief summary:

This study will evaluate the usability, feasibility, and acceptability of a novel multi-level Just-In-Time Training (JITT) implementation strategy (JITT-EBP) that aims to equip mentors and mentor supervisors to implement evidence-based practices (EBPs) with fidelity using methods that are sustainable in rural communities. JITT-EBP integrates (a) self-directed, on-demand, online training modules for mentors and mentor supervisors, (b) synchronous evidence-based supervision strategies, and (c) an apprenticeship delivery model in which EBPs are co-led by an experienced mentor and a novice mentor, providing opportunity for in-the-moment training and support. The study will conduct a pilot hybrid type 2 effectiveness-implementation trial to evaluate the use of JITT-EBP compared to usual training for implementing mentor-delivered Interpersonal Psychotherapy-Adolescent Skills Training (IPT-AST), an evidence-based depression prevention program. 96 adolescents (age 12-17) and their parents, 8-18 mentors (depending on amount of turnover), and 4 mentor supervisors will be enrolled in the trial.

Conditions

Mental Health Issue

Depression

Anxiety

Study ID

NCT07129070

Start date

Dec 18, 2025

Status verified date

Apr, 2026

Completion date

May 31, 2028

Anticipated

Primary completion date

Apr 1, 2028

Anticipated

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility Criteria

Sex: All

Age: 12+

Healthy Volunteers: Accepted

Youth and Parent Inclusion Criteria:

  • student at a partnering rural middle school or high school
  • age 12-17
  • have English speaking/reading/writing ability at a level to participate in IPT-AST
  • youth's parent has English or Spanish-speaking/reading/writing ability at a level to participate in research activities.

Youth and Parent Exclusion Criteria:

  • moderate or severe depression (PHQ-9 > 10)
  • active suicidal ideation with a plan and/or intent, requiring higher level of care
  • Youth does not have English-speaking ability at a level to participate in IPT-AST
  • youth's parent does not have English or Spanish-speaking/reading/writing ability at a level to participate in research activities.

Mentor and Mentor Supervisor Inclusion Criteria:

  • age 18 or older
  • have completed the typical mentor or mentor supervisor screening and selection process at partnering mentoring organization (including a background check)
  • are available to facilitate the program during after-school hours.

Study Design

Enrollment

204 participants

Anticipated

Allocation

Randomized

Intervention Model

Parallel Assignment

Primary purpose

Prevention

Interventions and Outcome Measures

Arms

active comparator: IPT-AST implemented via Just-In-Time Training (JITT-EBP)

IPT-AST = Interpersonal Psychotherapy-Adolescent Skills Training

active comparator: IPT-AST implemented via usual training

IPT-AST = Interpersonal Psychotherapy-Adolescent Skills Training

Interventions

Interpersonal Psychotherapy-Adolescent Skills Training via Just-In-Time Training (JITT) implementation strategy

IPT-AST is a group-based EBP that aims to prevent depression and support emotional well-being by helping youth develop skills to foster healthy relationships. Youth learn about the links between feelings and interpersonal interactions, and they learn communication strategies and interpersonal problem-solving skills that they can apply to their relationships.

JITT-EBP integrates (a) self-directed, on-demand, online training modules for mentors and mentor supervisors, (b) synchronous evidence-based supervision strategies, and (c) an apprenticeship delivery model in which EBPs are co-led by an experienced mentor and a novice mentor, providing opportunity for in-the-moment training and support.

Interpersonal Psychotherapy-Adolescent Skills Training (IPT-AST) implemented via usual training

IPT-AST is a group-based EBP that aims to prevent depression and support emotional well-being by helping youth develop skills to foster healthy relationships. Youth learn about the links between feelings and interpersonal interactions, and they learn communication strategies and interpersonal problem-solving skills that they can apply to their relationships.

Usual training involves (a) a one-day virtual training conducted by an IPT-AST expert prior to the beginning of the intervention, and (b) synchronous evidence-based supervision strategies.

Primary outcome measure

  • Feasibility of Intervention Measure (FIM) - Week 12 [ Time Frame: Week 12 ]
  • Acceptability of Intervention Measure (AIM) - Week 12 [ Time Frame: Week 12 ]
  • Intervention Appropriateness Measure (IAM) - Week 12 [ Time Frame: Week 12 ]
  • Client Satisfaction Questionnaire (CSQ-8) - Week 12 [ Time Frame: Week 12 ]

Central Contacts and Locations

Central contacts

Gracie Meyer

612-625-7240meye3329@umn.edu

Locations

University of Minnesota

Recruiting

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55455

Contacts

Gracie Meyer

612-625-7240meye3329@umn.edu

More Information

Sponsor

University of Minnesota

Last update posted

Apr 24, 2026

Last verified

Apr, 2026

Trial information was received from ClinicalTrials.gov and was last updated on 2026-09-10. This information was provided to ClinicalTrials.gov by University of Minnesota on 2026-04-24.