ART and PNES

Efficacy of Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for Patients with Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures (PNES)

Purpose

Provide insight into the effectiveness of ART for PNES patients, offering an innovative approach to treating a complex, psychologically driven condition, focusing on seizure frequency, psychological well-being, decrease in medication, hospitalizations and overall quality of life.

Who can participate

Patients who satisfy the requirements listed below are eligible to participate:

• English-speaking adults diagnosed with PNES by a neurologist using video-EEG monitoring to rule out epilepsy
• Patients with psychological comorbidities (e.g. anxiety, depression, or PTSD)
• Patients who are willing to engage in an ART session and receive follow-up calls

Visits

Patients can expect either one 60-minute ART session or psychotherapy and supportive counseling, along with phone calls at 1, 3, 6, and 12 months.