Clinical trials · Houston, TX
Anxiety clinical trials in Houston
We’re tracking 16 recruiting anxiety studies with a site in or near Houston — including Phase 2 and Phase 2/Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Houston
- NCT07228143Recruiting
Stepped care for anxiety in children
This study tests a stepped care approach to treat anxiety disorders in children ages 7 to 17. It starts with a parent-led program and adds more support if needed, aiming to reduce anxiety symptoms.
Houston, TexasAges 7–17 - NCT05895006Recruiting
Study brain responses in PTSD using stimulation and brain scans
This study looks at how anxiety and stress show up in the brain in people with PTSD, using brain stimulation and brain scanning. If you’re eligible, it may help researchers understand your symptoms and how they relate to brain activity.
Houston, TexasAges 18–50 - NCT05843695Recruiting
Therapy study for PTSD and anxiety in veterans
This trial tests a psychotherapy approach to help veterans and service members who have PTSD and/or anxiety disorders. You may be randomly assigned to different therapy conditions, and the study aims to improve quality of life and reduce anxiety and PTSD symptoms.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06845488Recruiting
Using virtual reality to treat social anxiety in autism
This trial tests whether virtual reality exercises can help reduce social anxiety in adults with autism. Participants will practice social situations in a safe, computer-based environment.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06801041RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin therapy for anxiety or depression in cancer survivors
This trial tests if a single dose of psilocybin, given with therapy, can help cancer survivors who struggle with anxiety or depression. You would travel to MD Anderson for treatment and follow-up, and must stop certain medications beforehand.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06923995Recruiting
AI-based depression and anxiety assessment study
This study tests an AI tool that analyzes video and audio recordings to measure depression and anxiety. It is for people starting a new treatment for depression or anxiety and aims to see if the AI can accurately track their progress.
Houston, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT07079839Recruiting
Anxiety and stress study for adults with PTSD
This study looks at how the brain processes anxiety and stress in people with PTSD and healthy adults. It uses brain scans and mild electrical stimulation to understand these responses better.
Houston, TexasAges 18–50 - NCT06416059Recruiting
Smartphone support for Black adults who drink heavily and feel anxious
This study is testing a smartphone app designed to help Black adults who drink heavily and also feel anxious. The app provides tools to reduce drinking and manage anxiety, all from your phone.
Houston, TexasAges 21 years+ - NCT07575815Recruiting
Understanding Anxiety in Children During Radiation Therapy
This study watches how children feel anxious before and during radiation therapy treatment at MD Anderson. By understanding anxiety patterns, doctors hope to better support children and families going through this experience.
Houston, TexasAges 2–12 - NCT04479696Recruiting
Video coaching to ease anxiety during brain tumor radiation
This study tests a personalized video meant to reduce stress and anxiety for people getting radiation for brain tumors, and for their caregivers. You and your caregiver would complete short questionnaires before and after using the video support.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05809115Recruiting
Caregiver-Child Story Visits for Hospitalized Infants
This trial looks at whether a program that strengthens the caregiver-child “story” (how caregivers and young children connect and communicate) can improve early development outcomes. It is offered to caregivers of young hospitalized children at Texas Children’s Hospital.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05474846RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Combination treatment to improve sleep in advanced cancer
This trial tests a combination approach to improve poor sleep in people with advanced cancer. If you qualify, you would answer sleep and symptom questions and may do a structured therapy (CBT) plus follow-up visits.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05246202Recruiting
Personalized feedback program for anxious Hispanic/Latinx drinkers
This study tests whether personalized feedback can help adults who have anxiety and a risky drinking pattern reduce drinking and feel better. It focuses on Spanish-speaking Hispanic/Latinx adults and is meant to be supportive rather than judgmental.
Houston, TexasAges 21–75 - NCT05319509Recruiting
Virtual reality therapy for anxiety in public health students
This pilot study tests whether guided virtual reality sessions can reduce anxiety symptoms in eligible students. You may be asked to complete brief anxiety screening and use the VR therapy if you qualify.
Houston, TexasAges 18–30 - NCT06200155RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin therapy for advanced cancer patients with anxiety or depression
This trial tests whether a drug called psilocybin, given with therapy, can help people with advanced cancer who are feeling anxious or depressed. You must have a stable cancer and be willing to travel to Houston for treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 25 years+ - NCT06846320RecruitingPhase 2
Study of ABBV-932 for generalized anxiety disorder
This trial tests an oral medicine called ABBV-932 when added to current antidepressant therapy for people with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) who still have symptoms. It aims to see if the combination can improve anxiety and reduce side effects.
Richmond, TexasAges 18–65
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Where these studies are running near Houston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting anxiety studies listed above.
- The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center · 5 studies
- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston · 4 studies
- Baylor College of Medicine · 2 studies
- RESTORE Laboratory: Research on Emotion, Substance Treatment Outcomes, and Racial Equity · 2 studies
- Family Psychiatry of The Woodlands
- Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center
- Perceptive Pharma Research
- Texas Children's Hospital
What taking part in a anxiety study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting anxiety studies in Texas.
Common questions
- Are there anxiety clinical trials near Houston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 16 recruiting anxiety studies with a site near Houston, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a anxiety study near Houston?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Houston to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Houston, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a anxiety trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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