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Depression and/or Anxiety in the Mild-to-moderate RangeSanaMenteNCT07705776

SanaMente: A Peer-Led Program to Reduce Health Disparities in Rural Latino/a Communities

A study testing SanaMente in people with Depression and/or Anxiety in the Mild-to-moderate Range and Stress (Psychology), run by University of Colorado, Boulder at 1 site in United States.

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Trial summary

The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effectiveness of the SanaMente peer-led mental health and lifestyle program for rural Latino/a adults with chronic medical conditions and mental health concerns. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 years and olderHealthy volunteers can take part
What is being tested?
SanaMente
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
40 participants
Where
1 siteUnited States
Study dates
6 Mar 2026to 10 Dec 2026
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
Not yet: the study is under way

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 18 years and older
  • All sexes
  • Healthy volunteers accepted
  • Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • Adults aged 18 years or older.
  • Identify as Hispanic/Latino/a.
  • Patients of La Clínica del Pueblo in Carbondale, Colorado.
  • Spanish-speaking (bilingual Spanish-English speakers are eligible).
  • Interest in improving your physical and emotional well-being.
  • Are currently managing or are at risk for chronic medical or metabolic conditions (e.g., diabetes, cardiovascular disease, liver, or kidney conditions), but a diagnosis is not required.
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  • Experiencing or at risk for stress, low mood, or anxiety (formal diagnosis not required)
  • Willingness and ability to participate in the SanaMente program.
  • Willing to provide a release of information authorizing study staff to communicate with La Clínica del Pueblo in the event that a participant endorses suicidality or if it becomes necessary to share relevant medical information to ensure participant safety and appropriate care.

Who cannot join

  • Individuals who are unable to provide informed consent.
  • Individuals who are unwilling or unable to participate in the group-based or one-to-one SanaMente sessions.

Trial locations and contacts

1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.

Antonella Onofrietti Magrassi, PhD contact

15417807253

antonella.onofrietti@colorado.edu

Anahi Collado, PhD contact

3052835243

anahi.collado@colorado.edu

United States1 site, 1 recruiting
  • La Clinica del Pueblo

    Carbondale, Colorado, 81623

    Jenny Lang, Clinical Director, FNP, 9706183841, jenny@peoplesclinic.care

    Recruiting

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About this study

Official title: SanaMente: A Peer-Led, Evidence-Based Mental Health and Lifestyle Program to Reduce Health Disparities in Rural Latino/a Communities

The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effectiveness of the SanaMente peer-led mental health and lifestyle program for rural Latino/a adults with chronic medical conditions and mental health concerns. The main questions it aims to answer are:

  • Is the SanaMente program feasible and acceptable for rural Latino/a adults with chronic medical conditions and mental health concerns?
  • Does participation in the SanaMente program improve mental health outcomes (depression, anxiety, and stress), healthy lifestyle behaviors (sleep, physical activity, and nutrition), and overall well-being?
Read more

This is a single-arm pilot study without comparison group.

Participants will:

  • Participate in the 6-8 week SanaMente peer-led group program.
  • Complete surveys at baseline, mid-program, and post-program assessing mental health, lifestyle behaviors, overall well-being, and program satisfaction.
  • Complete an exit survey and have the option to participate in a focus group to provide feedback on the program's usability, acceptability, perceived impact, and suggestions for improvement.
Read the detailed description

This Stage IB feasibility and pilot study is designed to refine and evaluate the SanaMente program, a culturally tailored, peer-led intervention developed to address the intersecting mental and physical health needs of rural Latinx adults living with chronic medical conditions. The study will assess implementation processes and generate preliminary evidence to inform a future, fully powered efficacy trial.

The intervention will be delivered by bilingual peer mentors who will receive standardized training prior to facilitating small group sessions. Throughout the study, implementation outcomes-including recruitment, retention, attendance, intervention fidelity, and participant engagement-will be monitored to evaluate the practicality of delivering the program in rural community settings.

A mixed-methods evaluation will be used to examine both implementation and participant outcomes. Quantitative analyses will estimate changes in mental health symptoms, health behaviors, and overall well-being over the course of the intervention, with effect size estimates used to inform the design and sample size of future studies. Qualitative data collected from participant feedback will be analyzed to identify factors influencing program engagement, perceived benefits, barriers to participation, and recommendations for improving program content and delivery.

Study findings will be used to optimize the SanaMente intervention, enhance its cultural relevance and implementation strategies, and establish the feasibility of conducting a larger randomized controlled trial to evaluate its effectiveness.

Being tested
SanaMente
Keywords
rural, Peer-led intervention, Chronic disease, Latino/a mental health
Medical subject headings
Chronic Disease

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • SanaMenteBehavioural

    SanaMente is a culturally responsive, peer-led behavioral program designed to support mental health and promote healthy lifestyle behaviors among rural Latino/a adults with chronic medical conditions and mental health concerns. The program is delivered by trained bilingual peer mentors in small group sessions over 6-8 weeks and integrates evidence-based strategies to improve depression, anxiety, stress, sleep, physical activity, nutrition, and overall well-being. The intervention emphasizes culturally relevant content, peer support, and skill-building to enhance self-management and emotional wellness.

Study groups in NCT07705776
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
SanaMente ProgramExperimentalThis is a single-arm, open-label study in which all participants receive the SanaMente intervention. Participants will be enrolled into peer-led groups of approximately 6-10 individuals and will complete the 6-8 week program.
Receives: Behavioral: SanaMente

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Depression as assessed by the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9)

    Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9). The PHQ-9 is a 9-item self-report measure of depressive symptom severity. Total scores range from 0 to 27, with higher scores indicating more severe depressive symptoms. Change in total score from baseline to post-program will be evaluated.

    Measured: Baseline, Mid-Program (Week 3-4), and Post-Program (Week 6-8)

  2. Anxiety as assessed by the Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7)

    Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7). The GAD-7 is a 7-item self-report measure of anxiety symptom severity. Total scores range from 0 to 21, with higher scores indicating more severe anxiety symptoms. Change in total score from baseline to post-program will be evaluated.

    Measured: Baseline, Mid-Program (Week 3-4), and Post-Program (Week 6-8)

  3. Body Weight

    Body weight will be measured in kilograms (kg) using a calibrated digital scale following standardized clinical procedures. Change in body weight from baseline to post-program will be evaluated.

    Measured: Baseline and Post-Program (week6-8)

  4. Systolic Blood Pressure

    Systolic blood pressure will be measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg) using standardized clinical procedures. Change from baseline to post-program will be evaluated.

    Measured: Changes from Baseline and Post-Program (week6-8) will be evaluated

  5. Diastolic Blood Pressure

    Diastolic blood pressure will be measured in millimeters of mercury (mmHg) using standardized clinical procedures.

    Measured: Changes from Baseline and Post-Program (week6-8) will be evaluated

  6. Resting Heart Rate

    Resting heart rate will be measured in beats per minute (bpm) using standardized clinical procedures.

    Measured: Changes from Baseline and Post-Program (week6-8) will be evaluated

  7. Glycemic control as assessed by Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)

    HbA1c will be measured from a blood sample as an indicator of average blood glucose over the previous 2-3 months. Values are reported as percentage (%).

    Measured: Changes from Baseline and Post-Program (week6-8) will be evaluated

  8. Total Cholesterol

    Fasting total cholesterol will be measured in mg/dL.

    Measured: Changes from baseline to post-program (week 6-8) will be evaluated.

  9. LDL Cholesterol

    Fasting low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol will be measured in mg/dL.

    Measured: Changes from Baseline and Post-Program (week6-8) will be evaluated

  10. HDL Cholesterol

    Fasting high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol will be measured in mg/dL.

    Measured: Changes from Baseline and Post-Program (week6-8) will be evaluated

  11. Triglycerides

    Fasting triglycerides will be measured in mg/dL.

    Measured: Changes from Baseline and Post-Program (week6-8) will be evaluated

  12. Alanine aminotransferase (ALT)

    Alanine aminotransferase (ALT) will be assessed in fasting blood samples and reported in U/L. ALT is a marker of hepatocellular injury.

    Measured: Changes from baseline to post-program (week 6-8) will be evaluated.

  13. Electrolytes

    Electrolyte balance will be assessed using serum sodium (mEq/L), potassium (mEq/L), and chloride (mEq/L), obtained from fasting blood samples. These measures reflect systemic fluid and electrolyte homeostasis.

    Measured: Changes from baseline to post-program (week 6-8) will be evaluated.

  14. Metabolic Function

    Metabolic function will be assessed using fasting plasma glucose (mg/dL), obtained from fasting blood samples as an indicator of glycemic status..

    Measured: Changes from baseline to post-program (week 6-8) will be evaluated.

  15. Aspartate aminotransferase (AST)

    Aspartate aminotransferase (AST) will be assessed in fasting blood samples and reported in U/L. AST is a marker of hepatocellular injury.

    Measured: Changes from Baseline to Post-program (week 6-8) will be evaluated

  16. Total bilirubin

    Total bilirubin will be assessed in fasting blood samples and reported in mg/dL. Total bilirubin is a marker of hepatic excretory function.

    Measured: Changes from Baseline to post-program (week 6-8) will be evaluated

  17. Serum albumin

    Serum albumin will be assessed in fasting blood samples and reported in g/dL. Serum albumin is a marker of hepatic synthetic function and nutritional status.

    Measured: Changes from Baseline to post-program (week 6-8) will be evaluated

  18. Serum creatinine

    Serum creatinine will be assessed in fasting blood samples and reported in mg/dL. Serum creatinine is a marker of glomerular filtration and renal function.

    Measured: Changes from Baseline to post-program (week 6-8) will be evaluated

  19. Blood urea nitrogen (BUN)

    Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) will be assessed in fasting blood samples and reported in mg/dL. BUN is a marker of renal function and protein metabolism.

    Measured: Changes from Baseline to post-program (weeks 6-8) will be evaluated

Secondary outcomes (6)
  1. Perceived stress as assessed by the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10)

    Perceived Stress Scale-10 (PSS-10). The PSS-10 is a 10-item self-report measure that assesses the degree to which situations in one's life are appraised as stressful during the past month. Total scores range from 0 to 40, with higher scores indicating greater perceived stress. Change in total PSS-10 score from baseline to post-program will be evaluated.

    Measured: Baseline, Mid-Program (Week 3-4), and Post-Program (Week 6-8)

  2. Behavioral activation as assessed by the Behavioral Activation for Depression Scale-Short Form (BADS-SF)

    Behavioral Activation for Depression Scale-Short Form (BADS-SF). The BADS-SF is a self-report measure of behavioral activation and avoidance associated with depression. Total scores range from 0 to 54, with higher scores indicating greater behavioral activation. Measurements will be obtained at baseline, mid-program, and post-program, and changes in total score over time will be evaluated.

    Measured: Baseline, Mid-Program (Week 3-4), and Post-Program (Week 6-8)

  3. Disability and functioning as assessed by the World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule 2.0 (WHODAS 2.0)

    World Health Organization Disability Assessment Schedule 2.0 (WHODAS 2.0; 12-item, self-administered version). The WHODAS 2.0 is a 12-item self-report measure assessing disability and functioning across six domains of daily life. Total scores range from 0 to 48 using simple scoring, with higher scores indicating greater disability. Measurements will be obtained at baseline, mid-program, and post-program, and changes in total score over time will be evaluated.

    Measured: Baseline, Mid-Program (Week 3-4), and Post-Program (Week 6-8)

  4. Physical activity as assessed by the International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ)

    International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ; Short Form). The IPAQ is a validated self-report instrument designed to assess health-related physical activity across countries. The short form includes 4 items assessing frequency and duration of vigorous activity, moderate activity, walking, and sitting during the last 7 days. Physical activity will be summarized as total metabolic equivalent (MET)-minutes per week. Higher values indicate greater physical activity.

    Measured: Baseline, mid program (week 3-4), post-program (week 6-8)

  5. Dietary habits as assessed by the Dietary Screener Questionnaire (DSQ)

    Dietary Screener Questionnaire (DSQ). The DSQ is a self-report instrument developed to assess dietary intake patterns over the past 30 days, including frequency of consumption of fruits, vegetables, fiber, whole grains, dairy, added sugars, and other dietary components. The DSQ is used to estimate intake of specific food groups rather than generate a single total score. Higher estimated values indicate greater consumption of the respective dietary components being assessed.

    Measured: Baseline, Mid-Program (Week 3-4), and Post-Program (Week 6-8)

  6. Experiences of discrimination as assessed by the Everyday Discrimination Scale (EDS)

    Everyday Discrimination Scale (EDS). The EDS is a self-report measure assessing the frequency of routine experiences of unfair treatment and discrimination in daily life. The standard scale includes multiple items rated on a Likert-type frequency scale, with response options typically ranging from "never" to "almost every day." Total scores are calculated by summing item responses, with higher scores indicating greater perceived discrimination.

    Measured: Baseline, Mid-Program (Week 3-4), and Post-Program (Week 6-8)

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted15 Jul 2026
  2. Study start6 Mar 2026
  3. Primary completion30 Sep 2026 (estimated)
  4. Study completion10 Dec 2026 (estimated)

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More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Supportive care
Allocation
Not applicable
Intervention model
Single group
Model description
This is a single-arm, open-label feasibility and pilot study in which all participants receive the SanaMente intervention. Participants will be enrolled into peer-led groups of approximately 6-10 individuals and will complete the 6-8 week program. The study is designed to evaluate feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary effectiveness; therefore, no randomization or comparison group is included.
Masking
None (open label)
Enrolment
40 participants (estimated)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT07705776
Sponsor's protocol ID
25-0557
Other IDs
2025*1053
Acronym
SanaMente
Status last verified
Jul 2026
First submitted
29 Jun 2026
Last updated
15 Jul 2026
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
No

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing SanaMente in people with Depression and/or Anxiety in the Mild-to-moderate Range and Stress (Psychology), run by University of Colorado, Boulder at 1 site in United States.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 9 inclusion and 2 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: looking for participants now, as of the sponsor's last update on 15 Jul 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 1 site in United States. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

Contact Antonella Onofrietti Magrassi, PhD (15417807253, antonella.onofrietti@colorado.edu), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Depression as assessed by the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ-9) (time frame: Baseline, Mid-Program (Week 3-4), and Post-Program (Week 6-8)). The study lists 19 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 15 Jul 2026.

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