Clinical trials · Philadelphia, PA
Anxiety clinical trials in Philadelphia
We’re tracking 22 recruiting anxiety studies with a site in or near Philadelphia — including Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Philadelphia
- NCT03723928Recruiting
Blood test–guided monitoring for metastatic breast cancer treatment
This study checks whether specific blood “tumor marker” levels can help monitor how hormone receptor–positive, HER2-negative metastatic breast cancer responds to first-line therapy. It uses regular blood tests (and sometimes scans) to see if this marker-based monitoring is useful and reliable.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07102147Recruiting
Telehealth Therapy for Lung Cancer Patients at Penn Medicine
This trial offers therapy sessions (via phone or video) for people with lung cancer who are dealing with depression, anxiety, or other emotional concerns. It's part of Penn Medicine's collaborative care program and aims to make mental health support easier to access while you are being treated for lung cancer.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07707037Recruiting
Helping parents cope after a child's cardiac arrest
This study tests if providing clearer information to parents after their child's cardiac arrest can reduce fear and anxiety. It is for parents of children under 17.5 years old who are expected to leave the hospital soon.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges birth–17 years - NCT07389473Recruiting
Studying eye movements in long-term psychiatric medication use (Gaize device)
This trial uses a special device (Gaize) to track how your eyes move while you take psychiatric medication. It aims to see how long-term medication affects eye patterns, which could help doctors better understand treatment responses.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–65 - NCT05800925Recruiting
Triage survey to check who can join psychiatry research
This study uses a short questionnaire to figure out who is eligible to join future psychiatry research. It may help people get routed into studies that match their situation and safety needs.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05437705Recruiting
Brain scan and stimulation study for low mood
This study uses brain imaging (MRI) and a brain-stimulation method (TMS) to understand and possibly change brain patterns linked with low mood. You may be eligible if you have moderate to severe depression symptoms and can safely complete the scans and stimulation sessions.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–65 - NCT07489651RecruitingPhase 2
New treatment for generalized anxiety disorder
This trial tests a new medication called RE104 for people with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). The goal is to see if it helps reduce anxiety symptoms safely.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–74 - NCT07436351Recruiting
ACT With CF Self-Help Toolkit
This trial tests an online self-help program based on acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) for adults with cystic fibrosis who are feeling depressed or anxious. It aims to help you manage these feelings and improve your well-being.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05215353RecruitingPhase 4
Music therapy or talk therapy for anxiety after cancer
This study compares music therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to see which better reduces anxiety in people who have had cancer. You may be randomly assigned to one of the two therapy programs and will join sessions by video call.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06904508Recruiting
Therapy for anxiety in autistic youth from high-need communities
This trial tests whether cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help reduce anxiety in autistic children and teens. It also looks at brain activity changes before and after therapy.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 8–14 - NCT02463266Recruiting
PACE/PACENET program outcomes study for people 65+
This study looks at how well the PACE/PACENET care program works for older adults over time. If you join, you’ll provide consent for a check-in about your outcomes about 3 months after the acute (most intense) phase of care ends, with follow-up around 6 months.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 65 years+ - NCT06783946Enrolling by invitation
Meditation for pain and anxiety after kidney stone surgery
This study is testing whether guided meditation can help reduce pain, discomfort, and anxiety after a kidney stone removal procedure called ureteroscopy. If you or your child is a teenager or adult scheduled for this surgery, meditation might be a calming tool to try before and after the procedure.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 12 years+ - NCT06521398Recruiting
Postpartum Care for Preterm NICU Babies
This study focuses on helping new mothers of preterm babies (born before 34 weeks) who are getting care in the NICU at HUP. It tests a program to support your transition home after giving birth, so you and your baby can thrive.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 16 years+ - NCT05719246Recruiting
Yoga and meditation for teens with IBS stress
This study tests a structured yoga and meditation program to help reduce stress symptoms in teens with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It may help your teen learn calming practices that could ease how stress affects IBS.
Camden, New JerseyAges 12–21 - NCT07767903RecruitingPhase 3
Study of a new medicine for generalized anxiety disorder
This trial tests an investigational medication to see if it can reduce anxiety symptoms in adults with generalized anxiety disorder. Participants will receive the study drug and be monitored for safety and effectiveness.
Cherry Hill, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT06809179RecruitingPhase 2
Nasal spray for social anxiety
This study tests if a new nasal spray called fasedienol helps quickly reduce anxiety in adults with social anxiety disorder. The spray is used as needed in a repeat-dose design, meaning you might use it more than once.
Plymouth Meeting, PennsylvaniaAges 18–65 - NCT06480383RecruitingPhase 2
Adding an experimental pill to current anxiety medication
This study tests an experimental medication (ITI-1284) added to your current anxiety treatment to see if it improves symptoms. It's for adults with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) who haven't gotten enough relief from their current medicine.
Media, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT06701903RecruitingPhase 2
Study of an investigational drug for generalized anxiety disorder
This study tests an investigational oral medication (ITI-1284) for people with moderate to severe generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) who haven't found enough relief from at least two standard medications. The goal is to see if this new drug helps reduce anxiety symptoms.
Media, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06917339Recruiting
A study looking at past treatment records
This trial looks back at medical records in the TrakStar database to understand how treatments were given. It does not test a new drug, but helps researchers learn from past treatment experiences.
Malvern, PennsylvaniaAges 5–120 - NCT06997549Recruiting
Review of mental health treatment outcomes
This study looks back at information from a large database of people who received mental health treatments. It aims to understand how well treatments worked and what factors influenced outcomes.
Malvern, PennsylvaniaAges 5–100 - 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.
West Chester, PennsylvaniaAges 18–65 - NCT05398276Recruiting
Coaching for exercise anxiety through body-sensation exposure
This study tests whether a behavioral training approach that helps you become more comfortable with body sensations during exercise can reduce exercise anxiety. It may help people who are less active because they feel anxious when exercising.
Hillsborough, New JerseyAges 40 years+
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Where these studies are running near Philadelphia
Institutions with a site for the recruiting anxiety studies listed above.
- University of Pennsylvania · 6 studies
- Suburban Research Associates · 4 studies
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia · 2 studies
- Drexel University · 2 studies
- Lehigh Center for Clinical Research · 2 studies
- Neuronetics · 2 studies
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospital · 2 studies
- Adams Clinical
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 Pennsylvania.
Common questions
- Are there anxiety clinical trials near Philadelphia?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 22 recruiting anxiety studies with a site near Philadelphia, 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 Philadelphia?
- 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 Philadelphia to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Philadelphia, 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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