Internet-delivered Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for People with Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: A Feasibility Study

Thursday, October 30, 2025

11:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Location: ROOM: Private Dining Room #3 >>> DIRECTIONS: Third Floor >>> From the Main Elevator Bank, proceed left past Williford and Astoria. PDR #3 is located to the left in the small corridor.

Presenting Author(s)

Ujjoyinee Barua, MSc

PhD Student
Western University
London, ON, Canada

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Non-presenting Author(s)

Milena Gandy

Association Professor
Macquarie University
Sydney, Australia
Eldon Loh, MD, FRCPC

Associate Professor
Parkwood Institute, St. Joseph's Health Care London; and Western University.
London, Ontario, Canada
Heather M. MacKenzie, MD FRCPC

Assistant Professor
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
London, Ontario, Canada
Dalton L. Wolfe, PhD (he/him/his)

Scientist
Lawson Research Institute
London, Ontario, Canada
Blake Dear, PhD

Professor
Macquarie University
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Heather D. Hadjistavropoulos, PhD

Professor, Psychology
University of Regina
Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
Swati Mehta, PhD

Scientist, Reg. Psychotherapist
Lawson Research Institute
London, Ontario, Canada

This presentation will report findings from a feasibility study evaluating a tailored, clinician-guided internet-delivered cognitive behavioural therapy (ICBT) program for individuals living with mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). Attendees will gain an understanding of how guided online interventions can address the mental health needs of people with mTBI, particularly those experiencing depression and anxiety, by improving accessibility and engagement. The presentation will discuss study outcomes related to feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy, as well as lessons learned from implementing a real-world, flexible care model. Participants will leave with insights into the potential of digital mental health programs to expand equitable, community-based care for individuals with brain injury.

Learning Objectives:

Describe the core components and structure of the Wellbeing mTBI ICBT program, including its CBT-based lessons and clinician-guided support model.
Explain the application of Bowen’s feasibility framework in evaluating digital mental health interventions.
Interpret preliminary outcome data related to depression, anxiety, self-efficacy, and quality of life in the context of mild traumatic brain injury rehabilitation.