Clinical trials
Cognitive Behavior Therapy clinical trials
Below are recruiting cognitive behavior therapy clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 321 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06432985Recruiting
Smoking Cessation Program for Veterans with Cancer
This study tests a video-based program to help Veterans who smoke and are being treated for cancer or lung cancer screening to quit. If you're a VA patient in San Francisco and currently smoke, you may be able to join.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06434571RecruitingPhase 2
Comparing two sleep treatments for people with MS
This trial tests if talking with a sleep coach by video is better than a web-based program for improving sleep, reducing fatigue, and protecting the brain in people with multiple sclerosis (MS). Both treatments focus on changing thoughts and habits around sleep.
Kansas City, KansasAges 18–65 - NCT06441864Recruiting
Behavioral treatment for nightmares in REM sleep behavior disorder
This study tests a behavioral therapy (non-drug treatment) for nightmares in people with REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD). It's designed for you and a family member who lives with you.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18 years+ - NCT06511518Recruiting
Talking therapy for fatigue in advanced cancer
This study tests whether cognitive behavioral therapy, a type of talking therapy, can help reduce severe fatigue in people with advanced solid tumors or gliomas who are receiving or have completed palliative treatment. The goal is to see if this approach improves energy levels and quality of life.
Amsterdam, North HollandAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT06535516Recruiting
Supporting youth and families after tough experiences
This study tests a program to help youth ages 10-15 who have faced child maltreatment, like abuse or neglect. It aims to build resilience in both the youth and their family.
Rochester, New YorkAges 10–15 - NCT06551987Recruiting
Insomnia treatment for military members with mild brain injury
This study tests a behavioral insomnia therapy for active-duty service members who have had a mild traumatic brain injury and continue to have sleep problems and other symptoms. It aims to help improve sleep and recovery.
Fort Cavazos, TexasAges 18–45 - 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+ - 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 - NCT06636006Recruiting
Exercise vs. digital therapy for better sleep
This study compares two treatments for insomnia: aerobic exercise and a smartphone-based cognitive behavioral therapy program. It aims to find which approach works better for people who have trouble sleeping.
Jatai, GoiásAges 18 years+ - NCT06661460Recruiting
Online therapy for youths with anxiety disorders
This study tests an online cognitive behavioral therapy program for children and teens (8 to 17 years old) who have specific anxiety disorders. It aims to help reduce anxiety symptoms by providing therapy through a smartphone, tablet, or computer, with support from a caregiver.
Kalmar, Region Kalmar LänAges 8–17 - 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+ - NCT06784141Recruiting
Comparing two types of cognitive behavioral therapy for chronic pain
This trial tests two different ways of doing cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for chronic pain — one is a standard approach, the other is tailored to your personal pain network. The goal is to see which method helps you better manage your pain and improve your quality of life.
LandauAges 18 years+ - NCT06788119Recruiting
Smartphone tool for facing fears in anxiety
This study tests a smartphone tool called SYMPTOMS-JIT to help people with anxiety disorders face their fears in real life. It might be a good option if you have a specific phobia, agoraphobia, panic disorder, or social phobia and want to try a new, guided approach.
Castellon, CastellónAges 18 years+ - NCT06789250Recruiting
Online therapy for mental health and alcohol use issues
This trial tests an internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy program designed for people who struggle with both mental health symptoms (like depression or anxiety) and problematic alcohol use. The goal is to see if this approach can help improve both issues at the same time, conveniently from home.
LinköpingAges 18 years+ - NCT06797726Recruiting
CBT for adults with ADHD and behavioral addiction
This trial tests if cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) can help people who have both ADHD and a behavioral addiction (like gambling or gaming). If you qualify, you would attend therapy sessions to see if it improves your symptoms.
BrestAges 18 years+ - NCT06807086Recruiting
Online talk therapy for insomnia in cancer survivors
This study tests if online therapy sessions can help cancer survivors with long-term sleep problems (insomnia). It is for people who have finished or are still in active cancer treatment, including those with stable metastatic cancer.
Boston, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT06809192Recruiting
Cognitive behavioral therapy for multiple sclerosis fatigue
This study will test different parts of cognitive behavioral therapy to see which ones help with fatigue in people with multiple sclerosis. You will participate in sessions that may involve changing thoughts about fatigue, scheduling activities, or addressing related emotions like depression or anxiety.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18 years+ - NCT06817694Recruiting
CBT for fear of cancer returning in BRCA1/2 women
This trial tests if cognitive behavioral therapy can reduce fear of cancer recurrence in women with BRCA1/2 mutations who have finished treatment for breast or ovarian cancer. It aims to help you cope with worries about cancer coming back.
Québec, QuebecAges 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 - NCT06891677Recruiting
Online therapy and education for COPD
This trial tests a program you can do from home on your computer. It combines talk therapy and education to help you manage your COPD symptoms and feel better.
Norrköping, Östergötland CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT06937892Recruiting
Metacognitive therapy vs. Cognitive therapy for anxiety
This study compares two different types of therapy for anxiety disorders: metacognitive therapy (which focuses on how you think about your thoughts) versus cognitive-behavioral therapy (which works on changing thoughts and behaviors). It may help you find which approach works best for you.
StockholmAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cognitive behavior therapy?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 321 recruiting cognitive behavior therapy 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 cognitive behavior therapy 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 cognitive behavior therapy 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.