Grant: Catalyst Grant: Patient-Oriented Research

CBTp is an effective treatment for schizophrenia and psychosis. However, individuals with psychosis are often marginalized, left out of treatment studies and their voices are often overlooked in the health care system. In the proposed study, clients will participate in one of four conditions including cognitive behavioural therapy for psychosis (CBT-P), CBT-P in combination with yoga, mindfulness, and virtual reality. The goals of the proposed pilot and subsequent larger study are to: 1) improve our understanding of client experiences across different treatment approaches; 2) examine the effectiveness of different treatment approaches based on unique client needs; 3) examine outcomes for people with schizophrenia spectrum illness, with the ultimate goal of enhancing functioning and improving lives; 4) increase client's voice, empowerment, autonomy, and recovery through their active partnership in all stages of this project.