Clinical trials
Mental Health Disorder clinical trials
Below are recruiting mental health disorder clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 523 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06903819RecruitingPhase 4
Ketamine for pain and mental health after orthopedic injury
This trial tests if ketamine can reduce pain, opioid use, and improve mental health in adults recovering from serious orthopedic injuries. It may help those with high injury severity scores.
Lubbock, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT06973512Recruiting
Brain stimulation for severe addiction
This trial tests a new brain stimulation approach for people with severe addiction that hasn't gotten better with other treatments. It uses deep brain stimulation guided by brain mapping to try to reduce cravings and help you stay abstinent.
Toronto, OntarioAges 25–65 - NCT06567496Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality for mental health and success in PT students
This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) can help Physical Therapy students feel better mentally and do better in school. If you are a PT student at Belmont University and free from certain health issues that VR might affect, you may be able to join.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 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+ - NCT07206199Recruiting
Virtual reality therapy for OCD
This trial tests if virtual reality exposure therapy can help people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). You will experience realistic situations in a safe virtual environment to face your fears, which may reduce your OCD symptoms.
Klecany, Česká RepublikaAges 18–55 - NCT00018057RecruitingPhase 2
Brain study of pediatric anxiety disorders
This study looks at how the brain works in children and adults with anxiety disorders. It uses brain scans (fMRI) and other safe tests to understand anxiety better.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 8–65 - 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 - NCT04373629Recruiting
Testing how flexible appearance worries may change in BDD
This study looks at whether training can change how people with body appearance worries (including body dysmorphic disorder) perceive faces or the head. It may help researchers understand new ways to reduce distress related to these concerns.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–40 - NCT06152705Recruiting
fMRI-Guided vs. Standard Brain Stimulation for Depression
This study compares two types of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) to treat depression. One type uses a brain scan (fMRI) to guide the treatment, while the other uses a standard approach. It may help people whose depression hasn't improved with medication.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06417437RecruitingPhase 4
Brain-computer interface test for depression
This trial tests a non-invasive brain-computer interface (BCI) to help people with depression. It may be a good fit for teenagers and adults who are right-handed, Han Chinese, and have moderate to severe depression without other major health problems.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 12 years+ - NCT06457243Recruiting
Brain stimulation for methamphetamine use disorder
This trial tests a type of brain stimulation (called cTBS) to see if it can reduce methamphetamine cravings and improve thinking. If you are in recovery or still using, you may be able to join.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–60 - NCT07146633Recruiting
Testing an EMDR app for PTSD and substance use
This study tests an app that uses EMDR therapy to help people with both PTSD and substance use problems. EMDR is a type of therapy that uses eye movements or taps to help process traumatic memories. You would use the app at home and avoid starting other new therapies during the study.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT05661448Recruiting
Online cognitive health program for people with psychosis
This study tests an online, group-based program aimed at supporting thinking and memory (“cognitive health”) for people living with psychosis. It may help by teaching strategies and monitoring progress, while keeping participation safe through clinician judgment and emergency planning.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06936930Recruiting
Reproductive and Mental Health in Aplastic Anemia
This study looks at how aplastic anemia affects reproductive and mental health in adults. By understanding these connections, doctors can provide better support for your overall well-being.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18–40 - NCT07075081RecruitingPhase 2
Cultural healing trial for Ojibwe adults using substances
This trial tests a culturally-based program called Gii'Igoshimong (Sitting With Your First Family) for Ojibwe/Anishinaabe/Chippewa adults who have used substances recently. It aims to support wellness and recovery in a way that respects your heritage.
Duluth, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT07031661Recruiting
Bipolar disorder risk study for teens and children
This study follows children and teens who may be at higher risk for bipolar disorder to develop a prediction model. It includes three groups: those with a parent who has bipolar disorder, those with atypical depression, and healthy volunteers.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 6–18 - NCT06675461Enrolling by invitation
Brief talk therapy for suicidal patients with borderline personality disorder
This trial tests a short talk therapy for people with borderline personality disorder who come to the emergency department after hurting themselves or thinking about suicide. The goal is to see if this brief help can ease suicidal thoughts and keep you safer.
Toronto, OntarioAges 16 years+ - NCT06672588Recruiting
Magnetic seizure therapy for schizophrenia
This trial tests a new type of brain stimulation called magnetic seizure therapy (MST) for people with schizophrenia who haven't gotten better with standard medicines. The goal is to see if MST can help reduce symptoms like hallucinations or confusion.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06773949Recruiting
Exercise before rTMS for hard-to-treat depression
This trial tests if doing exercise before repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can improve depression symptoms in people who haven't gotten better with standard treatments.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18–75 - NCT06901739Recruiting
Synbiotic for mental health in obesity
This trial tests if a synbiotic (a mix of probiotics and prebiotics) can improve mental health in people with obesity. It may help if you have obesity and also struggle with anxiety or depression.
Valencia, ValenciaAges 18–65 - NCT01327690RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Group therapy for mental health in veterans and families
This early-stage study looks at mental health outcomes for active-duty service members, veterans, and their family members after participating in group therapy sessions. If you can follow instructions and complete consent forms, this trial may help researchers understand how group therapy affects well-being in these communities.
Santa Rosa, CaliforniaAges 18–80 - NCT07573839Recruiting
Predicting bipolar disorder relapse using voice and video analysis
This study uses artificial intelligence to analyze speech patterns and facial expressions from people with bipolar disorder to predict who might have a relapse. If successful, it could help doctors identify warning signs earlier and prevent episodes before they happen.
ShanghaiAges 18–64 - NCT04935619Recruiting
Testing cannabis abstinence effects in depression symptoms
This study looks at how stopping cannabis for a period of time may affect depression symptoms and thinking/memory. You might benefit by getting close monitoring of mood and cognition while researchers compare changes during cannabis abstinence.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–55 - NCT07292883RecruitingPhase 2
Accelerated TMS for smoking cessation
This trial tests whether a rapid form of brain stimulation (TMS) can help people stop smoking. It is designed for adults who are ready to quit within the next month.
Penetanguishene, OntarioAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for mental health disorder?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 523 recruiting mental health disorder 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 mental health disorder 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 mental health disorder 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.