Clinical trials · New York
Depression clinical trials in New York
We’re tracking 109 recruiting depression studies with a site in New York — including Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in New York
- NCT07573176RecruitingPhase 3
Seltorexant for Depression in Adults and Older Adults
This study tests a new medication called seltorexant as a standalone treatment for major depression. The trial is for adults and older adults who have depression that hasn't improved with other antidepressants or who haven't tried them yet.
Brooklyn, New YorkAges 18–74 - NCT07553637RecruitingPhase 2
ALTO-207 for Adults With Hard-to-Treat Depression
This study tests whether a new medication called ALTO-207 can help people with depression that hasn't improved with standard antidepressants. You may qualify if you've tried multiple antidepressants without enough relief and are willing to add this experimental treatment to your current medication.
Amherst, New YorkAges 18–75 - NCT07484217RecruitingPhase 3
Testing solriamfetol for depression with daytime sleepiness
This study tests if the drug solriamfetol can help people with major depression who also feel very tired during the day. It aims to improve both mood and daytime sleepiness.
Brooklyn, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT06223880RecruitingPhase 4
AXS-05 vs Bupropion to prevent depression relapse
This study tests whether a new drug called AXS-05 can prevent depression from coming back, compared to an older drug called bupropion. If you have major depression and are at risk of relapse, this trial may help you stay well.
Brooklyn, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT07412756RecruitingPhase 3
Brenipatide for major depressive disorder
This trial tests a new medication, Brenipatide, to see if it helps people with major depression who are already on a stable treatment. You would need to inject the study drug yourself and complete questionnaires.
New York, New YorkAges 18–75 - NCT06824532Recruiting
Veterans' views on ketamine therapy for depression and end-of-life
This study surveys older veterans to understand their perceptions of ketamine-assisted psychotherapy as a treatment for depression and end-of-life distress. Your responses may help improve care for veterans facing similar challenges.
Albany, New YorkAges 65 years+ - NCT07390331Recruiting
Helping heart patients manage depression
This trial tests a program that helps patients with both depression and heart disease take a more active role in their care. It combines support for depression treatment with your regular heart checkups.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07300969RecruitingPhase 2
Testing DT-101 for adults with depression
This trial tests a new medicine called DT-101 to see if it helps people with depression. It is for adults who have had more than one depressive episode in their life.
New York, New YorkAges 18–75 - NCT07276997RecruitingPhase 2
Study of Icalcaprant for major depressive disorder
This trial tests an oral medication called icalcaprant for adults with major depressive disorder (MDD). It aims to see if the drug can reduce depression symptoms and what side effects may occur.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT07218055Recruiting
Music for mood in children with depression
This study looks at how listening to or making music might help children with depression. Your child would answer questions or keep a diary about their mood and music experiences.
New York, New YorkAges 7–15 - NCT07210255Recruiting
SAINT TMS for postpartum depression
This trial tests a special type of TMS (brain stimulation) called SAINT for severe depression that started around childbirth. It may help new mothers who are still within a year postpartum and have not found relief from other treatments.
New York, New YorkAges 18–45 - NCT07196501RecruitingPhase 3
Study of a new add-on treatment for depression maintenance
This trial tests a new medication (NBI-1065845) added to your current antidepressant to see if it helps maintain improvement in depression. It is for people whose depression hasn't fully responded to their current oral antidepressant.
Glen Oaks, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07139834RecruitingPhase 1
Memory and mood study for depression
This study tests how a medication called memantine affects memory and mood in people with major depression who are not currently taking antidepressants. It involves MRI scans and may help find new ways to treat depression.
New York, New YorkAges 18–50 - NCT07115329RecruitingPhase 2
Testing Zelquistinel for major depression
This study tests a new oral medication called Zelquistinel (taken as a tablet) against a placebo for treating major depressive disorder. Researchers want to see if it can reduce depression symptoms, especially when other antidepressants haven't been tried or haven't worked.
Cedarhurst, New YorkAges 18–64 - NCT06592833RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin with or without pimavanserin for depression
This study tests whether combining psilocybin (a psychedelic substance) with pimavanserin (a medication that may help reduce side effects) works better than psilocybin alone for treating major depressive disorder. It may help people who have not responded well to other treatments.
New York, New YorkAges 21–80 - NCT06963021RecruitingPhase 3
Study of NBI-1065845 for depression that hasn't fully responded to treatment
This trial tests an investigational drug called NBI-1065845 added to your current antidepressant. It is for people with moderate to severe depression or persistent depressive disorder who have not improved enough with oral antidepressants alone.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06966401RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term safety study of a new depression treatment
This study tests a new oral medication (NBI-1065845) added to your current antidepressant to see if it's safe and tolerable over a long period for people with depression that hasn't fully responded to treatment.
Cedarhurst, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06911112RecruitingPhase 3
A new pill for depression when current treatment isn't working well enough
This trial tests an investigational medication (NBI-1065845) added to your current antidepressant to see if it can improve depressive symptoms. It is for people with moderate to severe depression who have not fully responded to their current antidepressant.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06901687RecruitingPhase 2
Home brain stimulation for depression in MS
This study tests whether a special, gentle brain stimulation device you can use at home (called tDCS) can help improve depression symptoms in people with multiple sclerosis. You will be supervised over video during the sessions to make sure everything goes smoothly.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT06213324RecruitingPhase 4
Ketamine's effects on brain circuits in depression
This trial studies how ketamine affects brain circuits in people with depression compared to healthy volunteers. It involves a single infusion of ketamine and brain scans before and after.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT06830044RecruitingPhase 3
Adding an experimental drug for major depression
This trial tests if adding a new medicine called milsaperidone can help people with major depression who haven't gotten enough relief from their current antidepressant. It aims to see if the combination works better than the antidepressant alone.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT06818734Recruiting
Testing a tool for postpartum depression screening
This trial tests a tool that helps doctors screen for postpartum depression during pregnancy. You may be eligible if you are at least 20 weeks pregnant and receive care at a participating clinic.
Brooklyn, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06559826RecruitingPhase 2
Ketamine therapy with or without talk for depression
This study compares ketamine alone to ketamine combined with psychotherapy for treating depression. It may help if you have moderate to severe depression and want to see if adding talk therapy improves results.
New York, New YorkAges 18–90 - NCT06786624RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new drug for depression that hasn't fully responded to treatment
This trial tests a new medication called NBI-1065845 added to your current antidepressant for people with depression that hasn't fully responded to treatment. It aims to see if this combination can better improve your symptoms.
Mount Kisco, New YorkAges 18 years+
Depression trials by city in New York
Where these studies are running in New York
Institutions with a site for the recruiting depression studies listed above.
- Neurocrine Clinical Site · 5 studies
- Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai / Mount Sinai Hospital · 3 studies
- Adams Clinical Harlem · 2 studies
- Clinical Research Site · 2 studies
- Bioscience Research
- Center for Community Health: 515 6th street (3rd floor)
- Columbia University Irving Medical Center
- Draig Clinical Site
What taking part in a depression 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.
Depression trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there depression clinical trials in New York?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 109 recruiting depression studies with a site in New York, 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 depression study in New York?
- 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 New York to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in New York, 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 depression 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.
Not the right time?
New depression studies open in New York 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.