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Providing accessible, effective services to promote postinjury psychological adjustment: Lessons learned from a
Steven L Bistricky1, Timothy J Doenges2, Gemma Brom1
1Department of Psychology, University of Colorado Colorado Springs.
Psychological Services
|February 19, 2026
Summary
Early psychosocial intervention after physical injury can reduce distress and prevent psychopathology. A pilot program in a trauma center showed feasibility and effectiveness, improving coping and reducing symptoms.
Area of Science:
- Trauma Care
- Psychosocial Intervention
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- Physical injuries cause significant distress.
- Early psychosocial support can prevent psychopathology.
- Trauma centers are critical points for intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- Evaluate a pilot psychosocial intervention program at a Level 1 trauma center.
- Identify patient characteristics engaging in therapy.
- Assess program feasibility and patient-reported outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Provided 4-6 weeks of trauma-informed, cognitive behaviorally oriented psychotherapy.
- Emphasized psychoeducation, coping self-efficacy, and self-compassion.
- Collected pre- to post-surveys and feedback from 16 completers.
Main Results:
- Observed substantial improvements in PTSD symptoms, depression, coping self-efficacy, self-compassion, and posttraumatic growth.
- Patient feedback indicated program feasibility (acceptability, demand).
- Program flexibility and accessibility were appreciated.
Conclusions:
- Brief stabilization therapy programs can meet post-injury psychosocial needs.
- The pilot program demonstrated utility and feasibility.
- Findings inform future trauma intervention program development.
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