Clinical trials · Boston, MA
Mental Disorder clinical trials in Boston
We’re tracking 21 recruiting mental disorder studies with a site in or near Boston — including Phase 2 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Boston
- NCT05962879Recruiting
Program for teens with early psychosis-like experiences
This trial tests a new mental health program for teenagers who are having at least one psychosis-like experience and may be at risk for serious mental illness. It may help by offering structured support for both teens and their parents.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 14–19 - NCT06878859Recruiting
Online program for depression and cannabis use
This study tests a digital (online) program designed to help people who struggle with both depression and cannabis use. If you're feeling down and also using cannabis more than you'd like, this program might help you manage both.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06376734RecruitingPhase 2
TMS for depression, anxiety, OCD, or schizophrenia
This study tests whether a brain stimulation technique called TMS can help people with depression, anxiety, OCD, or schizophrenia. It aims to find better ways to target the treatment for each person's specific needs.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–65 - NCT05910580Recruiting
Screening and support for alcohol and substance risk in adults
This study aims to improve care access and outcomes for adults who screen positive for risky alcohol or drug use. If you qualify, you may be offered ways to connect to support during your reproductive years.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07610928Recruiting
Stress management and gentle movement for Asian Americans with depression
This study tests whether learning stress management and gentle movement (like Tai Chi or Qigong) can help Asian Americans with depression and physical symptoms. It may offer a way to feel better that you can do from home in online group sessions.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05567640Recruiting
Smart digital mental health support
This study tests a digital mental health program that uses smart technology to personalize your experience and keep you engaged. If you join, you may get a more tailored approach to improving your mental well-being.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06564948Recruiting
Better mental health support for people with police contact
This study looks at different ways to help people with mental health crises who have had contact with police. It compares the usual care with a program that connects people to support services, especially if you come to the emergency room with police.
Cambridge, MassachusettsAges 18–100 - NCT07336537Recruiting
Testing talk-based data collection software for chronic pain
This study tests easy-to-use talk-based software to collect health information from people with chronic pain. It may help researchers learn if tools like these are helpful for managing pain at home or in a lab.
Cambridge, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06792175Enrolling by invitation
Using speech to detect mental health conditions
This study uses a computer program to listen to your speech and see if it can help detect mental health or neurodevelopmental conditions. It may help find new ways to diagnose conditions like ADHD, anxiety, depression, and others earlier.
Brookline, MassachusettsAges 13–60 - NCT05245903Recruiting
Test a supplement and track brain changes with wearable sensors
This study tests whether taking nicotinamide riboside (a form of niacin) affects early memory changes in people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or mild Alzheimer’s disease (AD). It also uses passive wearable or sensor data (“digital biomarkers”) to measure changes over time.
Belmont, MassachusettsAges 18–89 - NCT07195721Recruiting
How special contact lenses affect mental health
This study looks at whether PROSE or scleral lenses can improve mental health in people with certain eye surface conditions. It may be a good fit if you have a dry eye or related disease and are considering these lenses.
Needham, MassachusettsAges Any age - NCT07097376Recruiting
Job counseling for veterans with mental health and substance use issues
This trial tests a vocational counseling program to help unemployed veterans with mental health or substance use disorders find and keep meaningful paid work. You'll meet weekly with a counselor to build skills and support your return to employment.
Bedford, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07742722Recruiting
Peer support for veterans with mental health and substance use issues
This study tests a program where trained peer supporters help veterans who have been involved with the justice system and have mental health or substance use issues. It aims to improve their well-being and recovery.
Bedford, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06790641Recruiting
Supporting mental health during and after pregnancy
This study aims to improve mental health care for people during and after pregnancy. It involves interviews or focus groups with healthcare providers, peer mentors, and patients to understand how to make support services more helpful and accessible.
Shrewsbury, MassachusettsAges 18–70 - NCT07458698Recruiting
A digital program to prevent anxiety during pregnancy
This study tests a mobile app called Reaching Calm that may help prevent anxiety disorders in pregnant people. It is for those who are already receiving prenatal care and have mild to moderate anxiety symptoms.
Leominster, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07359157Recruiting
Support program for WRCH patients with legal history
This study offers a group program at Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital (WRCH) aimed at helping people who have been involved with the legal system. It is designed for current patients at WRCH who are at least 18 years old and comfortable speaking English.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07779707Recruiting
Healthy groceries for people with depression and food needs
This study gives free, healthy groceries made to match your health needs and offers support to help improve your mood and reduce stress. It aims to see if getting nutritious food can help people with depression feel better.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05138614Recruiting
Help for people with opioid use disorder and mental health needs
This trial studies a program meant to improve treatment access and support recovery for people with opioid use disorder who also have mental health symptoms. It may help if you are new to the program or recently relapsed, or if mental health symptoms have worsened—even without a relapse.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06880796Enrolling by invitation
Mindfulness therapy for serious mental illness
This trial tests whether mindfulness-based therapy helps people with serious mental illnesses like schizophrenia or mood disorders. You'll learn mindfulness skills in a group setting at your community mental health center.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT05703412Enrolling by invitation
Text or app check-ins after discharge for serious mental illness
This study tests an mHealth (phone-based) program that helps people with serious mental illness after leaving the hospital. It may help you stay connected to care and support in the community after discharge.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT06548490RecruitingPhase 2
Semaglutide for Opioid Use Disorder
This study tests whether a once-weekly injection of semaglutide (a GLP-1 receptor agonist) can reduce opioid use in people who are already on buprenorphine or methadone but still using opioids. It lasts about 19 weeks.
Fall River, MassachusettsAges 18–75
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Where these studies are running near Boston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting mental disorder studies listed above.
- Brigham and Women's Hospital · 2 studies
- Butler Hospital · 2 studies
- Massachusetts General Hospital · 2 studies
- UMass Chan Medical School · 2 studies
- VA Bedford HealthCare System, Bedford, MA · 2 studies
- AugMend Health at MIT.nano Immersion Lab
- BostonSight
- Cambridge Health Alliance
What taking part in a mental 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.
Looking wider? See all recruiting mental disorder studies in Massachusetts.
Common questions
- Are there mental disorder clinical trials near Boston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 21 recruiting mental disorder studies with a site near Boston, 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 mental disorder study near Boston?
- 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 Boston to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Boston, 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 mental 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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