The following studies being conducted at the University of Washington School of Medicine are open to survivors of recent unwanted sexual experiences who meet certain eligibility criteria.

Project SARAH

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  • Who is eligible: Survivors of unwanted sexual experiences that occurred in the past 12 months who live in Washington State, drink alcohol, and are experiencing distress related to the assault.

  • What it offers: Six 50-minute, twice-weekly therapy sessions (more information here).

  • Payment: $247 for filling out surveys.

  • How to enroll: Fill out the contact form at uwprojectsarah.org; study staff will call you to screen you for the study.

  • Enrollment start date: March 15th, 2021

  • Enrollment end date: TBD

  • Study website: uwprojectsarah.org

The CARE Study

  • Who is eligible: Survivors of unwanted sexual experiences that occurred in the past 10 weeks who are experiencing distress. Survivors enroll with a support person of their choice (e.g., friend, family member, romantic partner).

  • What it offers: Two 90-minute telehealth sessions that aim to teach you and your support person how to communicate in ways that support your recovery.

  • Payment: $110 apiece for you and your support person for filling out surveys.

  • How to enroll: Fill out the form here to receive a callback.

  • Enrollment start date: May 1st, 2022

  • Enrollment end date: December 31st, 2023

  • Study website: takecareaftertrauma.com