Overview
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if group therapy for six weeks changes the gut microbiome in women. The main questions it aims to answer are:
Is chronic stress associated with the gut microbiome? Will six weeks of therapy change the gut microbiota?
Participants will:
Answer questionnaires about chronic stress Mail a stool sample before and after the intervention. Participate in a 1-hour group therapy session over the course of six weeks.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria:
- Women over the age of 19 and less than 54. Able to understand/read English
Exclusion Criteria:
- Pregnant women and breast-feeding women Women who are actively participating in psychotherapy on a regular basis