Client and therapist experiences with the Processing of Positive Memories Technique (PPMT) in a randomized controlled trial: insights for protocol refinement.
Eur J PsychotraumatolJul 29, 2026 (epub)
Clinical ResearchPsychiatry
Madeline M Rodenbaugh, Isamar Almeida, Leyla Solakoglu et al.
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In 30 seconds
This randomized controlled trial evaluated the Processing of Positive Memories Technique (PPMT) in 70 clients with PTSD, comparing it to Supportive Counseling. Feedback from 26 clients and 6 therapists indicated strong feasibility and acceptability of PPMT, with 52.3% of clients finding it easier with practice and 100% of therapists endorsing it as a valuable adjunct to trauma-focused treatments.
Key findings
- 52.3% of clients reported that PPMT became easier with practice.
- 45.5% of clients indicated they would participate in PPMT again.
- 100% of therapists endorsed PPMT as a valuable adjunct to trauma-focused treatments.
- Clients reported emotional and cognitive benefits, including increased access to positive emotions.
Why it matters
Understanding client and therapist experiences with PPMT can inform its implementation in clinical settings, potentially enhancing treatment outcomes for individuals with PTSD by integrating positive memory processing into trauma recovery.