I am delighted to announce the approval of my new clinical research study, ‘What Good Can One Session Do? An Exploratory Mixed-Method Study of Family Systemic Constellation Therapy in Individual Sessions in Adult Clients Presenting with Symptoms of Generalised Stress/Anxiety/Depression and Relational Issues.’
The study has now been formally registered with the Australian New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry (ACTRN12625000718448).
This project grew from a simple but profound question: Can a single session of Family Constellation Therapy (FCT) create meaningful and measurable shifts in a individuals experiencing stress, anxiety, depression or relational difficulties? For many, therapy is imagined as a long-term journey stretching across months or years. Yet, in Family Constellation Therapy, even one session has been reported to generate deep insight, clarity, and relief.
This study will investigate how a single Family Constellation Therapy session in a clinical setting impacts stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, and overall emotional wellbeing, if at all. Participants will complete pre- and post-session psychometric assessments and participate in reflective interviews, providing insight into the immediate and longer-term effects of this systemic therapeutic approach.
Although Family Constellation Therapy has been practiced worldwide for more than three decades, it remains significantly under-researched. The majority of existing studies have been conducted with European participants, with only a handful of systematic investigations published globally. This trial is the first of its kind to examine the impact of a single session of Family Constellation Therapy. The mixed-method design aims to add rigorous evidence to a field widely experienced as profoundly healing, yet still scientifically under-examined.
I feel both humbled and inspired to contribute to the broader academic conversation about how we heal, and how systemic approaches may offer powerful pathways as a complement to traditional modalities.
My heartfelt thanks to my family, friends, and colleagues who have supported me on this path.
Stay tuned for updates as this project unfolds.
Diane Rogers, PhD – Social Psychologist
If you or someone you know (age 18+) is experiencing generalised stress, anxiety, low mood, or relationship stress in Australia, this research may be a fit. To learn more or register interest, visit https://coreinsightsinstitute.com/participate-in-research/