Clinical trials
Anxiety clinical trials
Ongoing, excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life. We’re tracking 1,061 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05845541Recruiting
Meditation and body feedback for mood after stroke
This study tests whether guided meditation and biofeedback can improve anxiety, depression, and quality of life for people recovering in inpatient rehab after a recent stroke. It may help you feel better emotionally and cope more easily during recovery.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT05855421Recruiting
Ear acupuncture sessions for moderate depression during COVID
This trial tests whether auricular (ear) acupuncture can safely improve symptoms of moderate depression during the COVID period. You may be able to join if you’re an adult with moderate depression and can attend the study sessions.
Palhoça, Santa CatarinaAges 18–50 - NCT05868135Recruiting
Online guided therapy for depression and anxiety
This trial tests an internet-based (online) guided psychological program, called e-Meistring, for people with moderate depression plus panic disorder and social anxiety. It aims to see whether the program improves symptoms and is also worth the cost.
BergenAges 18 years+ - NCT05883540RecruitingPhase 2
LSD therapy in palliative care for comfort and well-being
This Phase 2 study tests how LSD may affect comfort and quality of life for people with advanced or end-stage life-limiting illness. It also checks whether the medicine is safe and can be given in a controlled way in palliative care settings.
BaselAges 22 years+ - 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 - NCT05895383RecruitingPhase 4
Nitrous oxide breathing during vasectomy: a feasibility study
This study looks at whether self-adjusting nitrous oxide (a calming gas) with oxygen can be safely and comfortably used during a vasectomy, and how people experience it. You may be offered the gas to see how it fits into care during the procedure.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 21–85 - NCT05897021Recruiting
Writing exercises to ease stress for sexual minority veterans
This study tests whether guided “expressive writing” helps reduce distress linked to sexuality-based stress. It targets veterans who have meaningful anxiety or depression symptoms and ongoing stress related to their sexual identity.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05897619Recruiting
CBT skills app for pregnancy and postpartum stress and coping
This study tests whether a new phone app that teaches “cognitive behavioral therapy” (CBT) skills is helpful and easy to use for people who are pregnant or recently gave birth. It also checks safety and whether participants feel the app is acceptable to use over time.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT05898516Recruiting
JoyPop mental health app for Indigenous teens on a waitlist
This trial studies a mobile mental health app called JoyPop for Indigenous teens (ages 12–17) who are waiting to get mental health support. It may help by offering accessible support while they wait for services.
Thunder Bay, OntarioAges 12–17 - NCT05908565Recruiting
Digital therapy program for Latinx college students in East LA
This study tests a digital (online) prevention and therapy program called STAND to see if it improves engagement and outcomes. You may be able to participate if you’re a Latinx student at East Los Angeles College and can complete online assessments.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–40 - NCT05916287Recruiting
STANISLAS cohort follow-up visit for heart and kidney health
This study is a follow-up visit for people who joined the STANISLAS family health cohort. Researchers look at how genes and environment may affect heart and kidney (kidneys) health over time.
Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy, LorraineAges Any age - NCT05934669RecruitingPhase 4
Numbing medicines compared for small stitches in young children
This trial tests three medicines given through the nose to keep children comfortable during minor procedures in the emergency department, specifically for closing small cuts with stitches. It may help find which nasal medicine works best and is safest for quick, minimal procedures.
Oklahoma City, OklahomaAges 1–5 - NCT05942469Recruiting
Online study for emotion skills to prevent secondary trauma
This study tests an online program to help people regulate their emotions, aiming to reduce “secondary trauma” from their work. You may be able to join if you meet the simple eligibility needs below.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05942885Recruiting
Hypnosis for calming anxiety in lymphoma patients
This trial studies whether hypnosis can help reduce anxiety. It is meant for adults with certain types of lymphoma who are newly told their diagnosis and have anxiety symptoms.
Lyon, Pierre-BéniteAges 18 years+ - NCT05961306Recruiting
Testing a stepped screening plan during pregnancy and after birth
This study checks how well a step-by-step screening approach and its tools work for identifying issues during pregnancy (weeks 20–24) or in early postpartum (6–10 weeks after delivery). It may help doctors use more accurate screening to decide who needs further care.
Ghent, Oost-VlaanderenAges 18 years+ - NCT05962879Recruiting
Program for teens with early psychosis-like experiences
This trial tests a new mental health program for teenagers who are having at least one psychosis-like experience and may be at risk for serious mental illness. It may help by offering structured support for both teens and their parents.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 14–19 - NCT05973201Recruiting
Virtual reality to ease anxiety and pain during lung scope
This study tests whether virtual reality (VR) can reduce anxiety and pain and shorten the time during a non-emergency breathing tube/airway procedure in the ICU. If you’re eligible, you may use VR during your first bronchoscopy during this hospital stay.
Aix-en-ProvenceAges 18 years+ - NCT05989451Recruiting
Talk therapy for depression and anxiety
This trial tests a type of talk therapy called dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) adapted to help people with emotional disorders like depression or anxiety. It aims to improve emotional regulation and reduce symptoms.
TaipeiAges 18–65 - NCT05991154Recruiting
JoyPop app study for Indigenous young adults on a wait-list
This study tests a mobile app called JoyPop designed to help improve mental health and well-being. It is for Indigenous young adults who are waiting for counseling services at Dilico Anishinabek Family Care.
Thunder Bay, OntarioAges 18–25 - NCT05999578Recruiting
Can hypnosis help improve heart MRI images?
This study tests whether hypnosis can help people who are anxious—and those who are not—stay still enough for a better-quality heart MRI. It takes place in France and requires you to speak French.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT06004414Recruiting
SilverCloud mental health app study for high school students
This study tests a mental health app called SilverCloud in high school students who are feeling anxious or depressed. It aims to see if the app can help improve their mood and wellbeing.
New Brunswick, New JerseyAges 13–22 - NCT06030154Recruiting
Boosting positive feelings for people with alcohol use disorder
This study tests a program designed to help people with alcohol use disorder who also struggle with low mood or anxiety. It aims to increase positive emotions, which may make it easier to reduce drinking.
Tulsa, OklahomaAges 18–65 - NCT06032377Recruiting
Online therapy for sleep and brain health in older adults
This study tests an online talk therapy program (CBT) to help older adults with both sleep troubles and mild memory or thinking concerns. It's done from home, and aims to improve sleep and brain health.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 60–99 - NCT06038409Recruiting
Ketamine therapy for chronic conditions
This trial tests if ketamine can help people with long-term health issues. It aims to find new treatments for chronic conditions that haven't responded well to other therapies.
Helena, MontanaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for anxiety?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,061 recruiting anxiety studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a anxiety trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a anxiety trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.