Clinical trials
Counseling clinical trials
Below are recruiting counseling clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 262 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05257629RecruitingPhase 3
Aggressive smoking quit program after heart problems
This trial tests whether a strong quit plan using varenicline (a quit pill) plus nicotine e-cigarettes, along with counseling, helps people stop smoking after a recent heart-related event. It’s aimed at people who want to quit and can safely stay involved for about a year.
New Westminster, British ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07175701Recruiting
Reducing ultra-processed foods and tracking blood sugar
This study tests whether reducing ultra-processed foods (like packaged snacks and sugary drinks) can help young adults maintain healthier blood sugar levels. You will wear a small sensor to track your glucose continuously for up to 2 weeks and receive guidance on cutting back on these foods.
Seoul, SeoulAges 20–39 - NCT07171164Recruiting
Community-based ways to boost RSV vaccine use in Latino adults
This study looks at community-based ways to help Latino adults ages 50 and older in San Francisco and Daly City get the RSV vaccine. The goal is to learn what works best to increase vaccination rates.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07157397Recruiting
Plant-based diet for nutrition on dialysis
This study tests if eating more plant-based foods can improve nutrition in people on peritoneal dialysis who are underweight or malnourished. Participants will follow a special diet plan and have regular health check-ups for 6 months.
Cheras, Kuala LumpurAges 18 years+ - NCT07111936Recruiting
Using CONNECT to help multilingual smokers get lung cancer screening
This study tests a program called CONNECT to help current smokers aged 50-80 get lung cancer screening. It aims to see if the program works well for people who speak different languages.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 50–80 - NCT03601026Recruiting
Genetic counseling for youth using cannabis safely
This study offers genetic counseling to help reduce mental health problems that can happen for some young people who use cannabis. You join if you are already part of the FORBOW study and fit their age and mental-health criteria.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 12–21 - NCT07098065Recruiting
Health warnings and counseling to help you quit smoking
This trial tests whether health warnings and counseling can help smokers quit. You'll get support during visits to your local pharmacy.
DhakaAges 18–90 - NCT07012096Enrolling by invitation
Preventing high blood pressure with counseling
This study tests whether counseling can help prevent high blood pressure in people who live in slums and are currently healthy. If you join, you may learn ways to keep your blood pressure normal.
DhakaAges 18–70 - NCT06966362RecruitingPhase 4
Help cutting back on smoking for veterans not ready to quit
This study tests a medicine called varenicline (also known as Chantix) to help veterans who aren't ready to quit smoking yet but want to cut down. The goal is to see if it helps reduce how much they smoke.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT06879652Recruiting
Does dairy affect weight and health in teens and seniors?
This study looks at how eating more dairy might affect body weight, body composition, and health in adolescents and older adults who have some extra weight and borderline high blood sugar. It will likely compare a higher dairy diet to a usual diet.
Toronto, OntarioAges 14–80 - NCT06646965Recruiting
Family dietary counseling for healthy pregnancy weight gain
This trial tests whether family-based dietary counseling during pregnancy helps women gain the right amount of weight. It is for pregnant women who can bring an adult household member who shares at least one meal a day with them.
AuchAges 18 years+ - NCT06853873Enrolling by invitation
Alcohol counseling for safer pregnancies
This trial tests a counseling program to help pregnant women reduce risky alcohol use. The program is designed to support women in making healthier choices for themselves and their baby.
Cape TownAges 18 years+ - NCT06837662Recruiting
Counseling and peer support for opioid use disorder in primary care
This study tests whether adding counseling and peer support helps people with opioid use disorder and other medical problems stay in treatment. It is for patients seen at Central City Concern in Portland who are starting or restarting medication for opioid use disorder, or who are not yet on medication but want help.
Portland, OregonAges 18 years+ - NCT06744595Enrolling by invitation
Genetic counseling for people with a family history of pancreatic cancer
This study offers personalized education and genetic counseling to help people with a close family history of pancreatic cancer understand their risk and decide about genetic testing. It is only for current Mayo Clinic Florida patients in certain clinics.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06390462Recruiting
Counseling for teens in school-based primary care
This study tests a brief counseling approach called Interpersonal Counseling for Adolescents (IPC-A) in school settings. It aims to help teens with emotional or social challenges before they become more serious, and it's designed for those who aren't already in mental health treatment.
HämeenlinnaAges 13–16 - NCT06624930Recruiting
Lifestyle change program for cancer survivors
This study tests a behavior change program to help cancer survivors become more physically active. You will receive support through video calls and a smartphone app to build a healthier routine after cancer treatment.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06529666Recruiting
Weight management counseling training for new doctors
This trial tests a new weight management counseling program for first-year medical residents (PGY1s). It aims to improve their skills in talking with patients about weight.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06483854Recruiting
HIV testing from traditional healers in rural South Africa
This trial compares HIV counseling and testing provided by traditional healers to the standard care approach. If you are over 18 and would like to receive an HIV test from a traditional healer, you may be able to join.
Agincourt, MPAges 18 years+ - NCT06171139Recruiting
Genetic counseling tool for Black men with prostate cancer
This study tests a new tool to help Black or African American men with prostate cancer understand genetic testing options. The goal is to improve counseling and decision-making about tumor genetic testing.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06147076Recruiting
Social support counseling for kidney transplant candidates
This study tests a counseling program that helps kidney transplant candidates and their family or friends work together to improve social support during the transplant process.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT05833074Enrolling by invitation
Testing HIV risk again each year for male couples
This study looks at whether repeating HIV testing once a year for male couples at higher risk helps results stay on track over time. It includes couples who previously took part in an earlier study and are willing to keep participating.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 17–65 - NCT05694559Recruiting
Genetic risk screening and counseling for Black adults
This study connects Black adults to genetic counseling and genetic testing to learn whether they may have an inherited cancer risk. It uses a simple risk screening tool, including visits by phone or video, to guide next steps.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05513872RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Help to quit smoking using nicotine replacement while not quitting yet
This early-stage study tests ways to help adults who currently smoke daily start making progress toward quitting (or changing smoking habits) over the next 6 months. You may use nicotine replacement, and the study checks safety for people who can use it.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05540704Recruiting
Therapy support for eating problems in type 1 diabetes
This study compares three groups: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, standard supportive diabetes counseling, or a waitlist. It aims to reduce binge eating and harmful weight-control behaviors, including insulin withholding, in people with type 1 diabetes.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 16–50
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for counseling?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 262 recruiting counseling 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 counseling 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 counseling 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.