This early-stage pilot trial aims to examine the feasibility, tolerability, and safety of Floatation-REST, or Reduced Environmental Stimulation Therapy via floatation in frontline healthcare workers, first responders, and emergency medical personnel who experience post-traumatic stress symptoms.
First responder or other emergency medical personnel
Ability to read, speak and understand English
Capable of providing consent
History of neurological conditions
Skin conditions or open wounds
DSM-5 diagnosis of psychotic spectrum disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, bipolar disorder, severe substance use disorder, or eating disorder
Inability to lay comfortably in a shallow pool of water