Clinical trials · California
Autism spectrum disorder clinical trials in California
We’re tracking 38 recruiting autism spectrum disorder studies with a site in California — including Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in California
- NCT06706674RecruitingPhase 3
Testing lumateperone for irritability in teens with autism
This study tests an investigational medication called lumateperone to see if it can reduce irritability in children and teens with autism. It is for teenagers aged 13–17 whose irritability is causing significant problems.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 5–17 - NCT06690398RecruitingPhase 3
Study of Lumateperone for Autism-Related Irritability in Teens
This study tests a new medication called Lumateperone to see if it can reduce irritability in children and teens with autism. It's a 3-month trial that compares the study drug to a placebo (a pill with no active medicine) to find out if it helps with mood and behavior.
Anaheim, CaliforniaAges 5–17 - NCT06866275RecruitingPhase 2
Suramin for autism in boys aged 5–14
This trial tests if a medicine called suramin (KZ101) can help with social challenges in boys with autism. It's a 12-week study at one location, and families must be able to visit the site easily.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 5–14 - NCT03583684Recruiting
Brain scan study to predict response to Pivotal Response Treatment
This study uses brain scans to learn which young children with autism are most likely to improve with Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT). It may help families and clinicians choose the best early treatment based on early brain signals.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 2–4 - NCT03866668RecruitingPhase 2
Esomeprazole for young children with autism
This Phase 2 study tests whether esomeprazole helps children with autism. It looks at children who are generally healthy, take stable medicines, and can reliably attend visits so their care team can track changes during the study.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 2–6 - NCT04026386Recruiting
Early intervention program for preschool children with developmental delays
This trial tests a structured, center-based early intervention program for preschoolers with developmental disorders. It may help children build skills and support development through guided activities and testing at the research site.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 2–5 - NCT04107064Recruiting
Job coaching program for autistic adults to work steadily
This study tests a specialized employment program to help autistic adults keep steady work. It may help by improving job readiness and support for working in real workplaces.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT04532424Recruiting
Brain stimulation for repetitive behaviors in autism
This trial tests whether transcranial magnetic stimulation (a non-surgical treatment using magnets on the scalp) can reduce restricted and repetitive behaviors seen in autism. It’s designed for people with autism who have high levels of certain repetitive behaviors, like insistence on sameness or unusual interests.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 12–45 - NCT04899544Recruiting
Center vs home therapy for autism with PRT coaching
This study compares two ways of delivering Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT) for young children with autism—at a center or in the home. It may help your child by testing which approach better supports language and autism-related communication skills.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 2–5 - NCT05501678RecruitingPhase 2
Diphenhydramine to help sleep in autistic children
This Phase 2 study tests whether diphenhydramine improves sleep in children with autism who have significant sleep problems. It requires sleep monitoring (watch data and sleep testing) and checking for side effects to see if the treatment is safe and helpful.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 8–17 - NCT05540574RecruitingPhase 2
Zolpidem for sleep problems in autistic children
This Phase 2 study tests zolpidem (a sleep medicine) to help children with autism sleep better. It will check sleep changes using sleep testing and to confirm zolpidem is safe for this age group.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 8–17 - NCT05546554RecruitingPhase 2
Suvorexant for sleep problems in teens with autism
This Phase 2 study tests whether suvorexant helps improve sleep in children and teens with autism who have significant sleep trouble. It may help reduce behaviors related to poor sleep by changing how the brain promotes sleep.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 13–17 - NCT05590715Recruiting
Study of autism details using health records
This observational study looks at different groups of people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) using existing medical records and caregiver reports. It may help researchers better understand what different autistic subgroups need, without giving an experimental treatment.
Sherman Oaks, CaliforniaAges 12–65 - NCT05916339RecruitingPhase 4
Managing ADHD symptoms in autistic children with a study plan
This Phase 4 study looks at how to manage ADHD symptoms in children and teens who also have autism. It may help your child’s care team learn what treatment routines work best in real life settings.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 4–17 - NCT05987761Recruiting
Social skills training for teens with autism
This study tests a social skills training program for teens with autism who are higher functioning. It uses brain scans to see how the training might work, and your teen must be willing to come in for weekly sessions for 9 weeks.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 11–14 - NCT06059352Recruiting
Sleep and hearing in autism spectrum disorder study
This study looks at how sleep problems might affect the way people with autism process sounds. It aims to find better ways to help with listening difficulties.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges 6–17 - NCT06362733Recruiting
Therapy for Autistic Youth Who Need Sameness
This study tests a type of therapy for autistic children who have a hard time with changes or need things to stay the same. It focuses on helping with that 'insistence on sameness' behavior.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 4–17 - NCT06472115Recruiting
Parent-led therapy for autistic children who need routines
This study tests a program where parents help their autistic children who really struggle with changes in routines (insistence on sameness). It aims to reduce the need for family members to constantly adjust to these behaviors.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 6–11 - NCT06500637RecruitingPhase 2
TB006 for autism in adults
This study tests an experimental medication called TB006 for adults with autism. It aims to see if it can help reduce symptoms. Participants must be 18–35, have moderate-to-severe autism, and have a caregiver who can join them.
Aliso Viejo, CaliforniaAges 18–35 - NCT06523387Recruiting
Online parent training for autism communication
This study tests an online training program for parents of young children with autism to help improve their child's communication skills. The training is done at home over video calls, so you don't need to travel to Stanford.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 2–5 - NCT06559267Recruiting
Training for school staff to support kids at recess
This trial tests a training program for school staff (like paraeducators and teachers) to help them support autistic children and those with other neurodevelopmental disorders during recess. The goal is to make recess more engaging and positive for elementary-aged students.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 5 years+ - NCT06627205Recruiting
Sleep Restriction Therapy for children with autism
This study tests a therapy called Sleep Restriction Therapy to help children with autism who have trouble sleeping. It aims to see if this approach can improve sleep without changing other treatments.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 6–12 - NCT06690255Recruiting
Online Spanish parent training for autism language delays
This study tests a special online parent training program (in Spanish) that teaches you how to help your child with autism and language delays. The goal is to boost your child's communication skills using a method called Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT), which focuses on motivation and natural learning.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 2–5 - NCT06229210RecruitingPhase 3
Lumateperone safety study for children with schizophrenia, bipolar, or autism
This trial tests a medication called lumateperone for children and teens with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or autism spectrum disorder. It aims to see if the medicine is safe and tolerable over time.
Anaheim, CaliforniaAges 5–17
Autism spectrum disorder trials by city in California
Where these studies are running in California
Institutions with a site for the recruiting autism spectrum disorder studies listed above.
- Stanford University · 13 studies
- Advanced Research Center (ARC), Inc. · 2 studies
- California Neuroscience Research · 2 studies
- Excell Research Inc · 2 studies
- Inland Psychiatric Medical Group Inc · 2 studies
- Next Level Clinical Trials, LLC · 2 studies
- University of California, Davis Medical Center · 2 studies
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What taking part in a autism spectrum disorder 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.
Autism spectrum disorder trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there autism spectrum disorder clinical trials in California?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 38 recruiting autism spectrum disorder studies with a site in California, 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 autism spectrum disorder study in California?
- 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 California to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in California, 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 autism spectrum disorder 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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New autism spectrum disorder studies open in California regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.