Clinical trials
CBT clinical trials
Below are recruiting cbt clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 212 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06497894RecruitingPhase 4
Hormone therapy for sleep in late menopause
This trial tests whether hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can improve sleep for women in late menopause who have insomnia. If you are in late menopause and struggle with poor sleep, this study may offer a treatment option.
BernAges 45–69 - NCT06516874Recruiting
Trauma-focused therapy for PTSD in adults
This study tests a therapy called trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) for adults with PTSD or complex PTSD. It aims to see if this approach can help people who have been through traumatic events feel better.
Curicó, Maule RegionAges 18–64 - NCT06517589Recruiting
A new talk therapy for hard-to-treat anxiety and depression
This study tests a new type of talk therapy called 'process-based therapy' for people whose anxiety or depression has not gotten better with at least two prior treatments. The goal is to see if this approach can help when standard treatments have not worked.
Frankfurt am Main, HesseAges 18–65 - NCT06521957Recruiting
CBT for women in IVF to improve mind-body health
This trial tests if cognitive behavioral therapy (a type of talk therapy that helps with stress and emotions) can improve the mental and physical factors linked to IVF success. It is designed for women who have primary infertility (not been pregnant before) and are starting an IVF program.
Jakarta Pusat, DKI JakartaAges 25–42 - NCT06544057Recruiting
E-counseling to help quit smoking or vaping
This trial tests a real-time e-counseling program to help adults quit smoking or vaping. It is designed for those who are motivated to stop using nicotine and set a quit date.
Leicester, MidlandsAges 18–65 - NCT06553235Recruiting
App-based sleep and memory help for breast cancer survivors
This study tests whether an app-based program can improve sleep and thinking problems (like concentration and memory) in people who finished breast cancer treatment 1-5 years ago. If you have trouble sleeping and/or notice changes in your memory or focus, this trial may be able to help.
Aarhus NAges 18 years+ - NCT06595953RecruitingPhase 2
Music therapy with CBT for child anxiety
This study tests if adding a special music therapy that responds to where your child looks during cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help reduce anxiety better than CBT alone. It is designed for children 8–17 with separation, generalized, or social anxiety.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 8–17 - NCT06627894Recruiting
Online therapy for depression after ICU stay
This trial tests if an online cognitive behavioral therapy program can help reduce depression and slow down thinking and memory problems in older adults who have been in the intensive care unit (ICU). It looks at whether treating depression can protect your brain health after a serious illness.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 50 years+ - NCT06631222Recruiting
Can cognitive behavioral therapy help smartphone addiction and tension headaches?
This trial tests if cognitive behavioral therapy (a type of talk therapy that changes unhelpful thoughts and behaviors) can reduce both smartphone addiction and tension-type headaches. It is for people aged 19-34 who have frequent tension headaches and are heavy smartphone users.
Cairo, Cairo GovernorateAges 19–34 - NCT06635486Recruiting
Mental health support for Venezuelans in Lima
This study offers mental health support to Venezuelan adults living in Lima who are feeling anxious, depressed, or have experienced trauma. It will check if you have signs of depression, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress and provide help if you do.
LimaAges 18 years+ - NCT06667674Recruiting
Online therapy for prolonged grief in Sweden
This study tests an internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy program for people with prolonged grief disorder. It aims to help those who have lost a loved one at least six months ago and are still struggling with intense grief.
UppsalaAges 18 years+ - NCT06677866Recruiting
Group therapy for teens with Fragile X or autism
This trial tests if group cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help teens with Fragile X syndrome or autism spectrum disorder improve social and emotional skills. It looks at how teens with these conditions respond to a structured group program.
RomeAges 13–19 - NCT06678295Recruiting
CBT for social anxiety or body dysmorphic disorder
This study looks at how individual factors affect the success of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for social anxiety or body dysmorphic disorder. You'll have therapy sessions and brain scans to see what works best for people like you.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18–45 - NCT06687161Recruiting
Treating insomnia in mild memory problems
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation method (TMS) combined with cognitive training can improve sleep in older adults with mild memory issues. It may help if you have trouble falling or staying asleep and have early memory changes.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 60 years+ - NCT06733792Recruiting
Mobile app to reduce or quit cannabis use
This study tests a mobile app designed to help people reduce or quit cannabis use. If you are a young adult (18-30) and have used cannabis recently, this app may help you cut back or stop.
Oviedo, Principality of AsturiasAges 18–30 - NCT06749951Recruiting
Talk therapy for insomnia in heart disease patients
This study tests whether cognitive behavioral therapy (a type of talk therapy focused on changing thoughts and habits) can help people with coronary heart disease who also have trouble sleeping. You will learn skills to improve your sleep and your overall heart health.
Drammen, BuskerudAges 18–75 - NCT06777563Recruiting
Mood app and check-ins to prevent postpartum depression
This study tests whether using a smartphone program (mHealth) along with emotional support (EMA) can help prevent postpartum depression in pregnant women who are feeling distressed. It is for women in Hong Kong who are at 20–28 weeks of pregnancy and have mild to moderate mood symptoms.
Hong Kong, PokfulamAges 18 years+ - NCT06790030Recruiting
Does self-belief affect eating disorder treatment success?
This study looks at whether your confidence in your ability to change (self-efficacy) at the start of therapy affects how well you do in treatment for an eating disorder. It is for adults starting a specific type of therapy called CBT-T.
Zeist, UtrechtAges 18 years+ - NCT06791356Recruiting
Better Sleep for Older African Americans
This study tests a type of talk therapy for insomnia called CBT-I, done over Zoom. It's for older African Americans who have had trouble sleeping for at least three months.
Newark, New JerseyAges 60 years+ - NCT06803706Recruiting
Gut bacteria changes during smoking quit attempt
This study looks at how quitting smoking changes your body's gut bacteria and metabolism. It is for people with a substance use disorder who want to stop smoking.
FehringAges 18 years+ - NCT06806176Recruiting
Study of CAT-GSH for returning patients
This trial is checking if a version of CBT-GSH (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Guided Self-Help) works well for people who've had it before and are coming back for help with anxiety or depression. You'd get the same kind of low-intensity support again.
Ashton-under-LyneAges 16 years+ - NCT06831435Recruiting
Digital therapy for depression study
This study tests if a digital cognitive behavioral therapy program can help treat depression in real-world settings. It is designed for people aged 14 to 60 who have moderate to severe depression symptoms.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 14–60 - NCT06831838Recruiting
Pain management program for breast cancer survivors with joint pain
This trial tests a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) based program to help relieve joint and muscle pain caused by aromatase inhibitors, a common hormone therapy for breast cancer. It aims to improve your quality of life and reduce symptoms.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06831708Recruiting
Comparing two types of talk therapy for generalized anxiety
This trial compares two short-term therapies—psychoanalytic and cognitive behavioral—for people with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). It aims to see which approach works better over 12 weekly sessions.
IstanbulAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cbt?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 212 recruiting cbt 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 cbt 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 cbt 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.