Clinical trials · California
Mental Health clinical trials in California
We’re tracking 31 recruiting mental health studies with a site in California — including Early Phase 1 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in California
- NCT07259746Recruiting
Student well-being study
This trial tests a program to help students feel better and thrive in school. It may be a good fit if you are a college student looking for ways to improve your well-being.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07364799Recruiting
Sound therapy for stress in detained teens
This trial tests a multi-sensory therapy called SoundHeal for teens in juvenile detention. It uses sound and vibration to help with stress, anxiety, depression, or substance use.
San Luis Obispo, CaliforniaAges 12–18 - 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 - NCT06430853Enrolling by invitation
Pregnancy support study for moms with anxiety or depression
This study tests if a mental health program during pregnancy can help mothers with past or current anxiety or depression. You'll get support and you may feel better and have a healthier pregnancy.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04356274Enrolling by invitation
Improving access to addiction and mental health care at VA clinics
This study tests an approach to help VA clinics reach more Veterans with proven treatments for addiction and mental health conditions. It focuses on clinic-level processes (not individual medications) to increase how widely evidence-based care is delivered.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03380078Enrolling by invitation
Training programs to better support kids with autism
This study tests an organized training plan meant to help mental health programs and schools support children with autism. It involves leaders, therapists/providers, and parents who complete brief surveys and assessments to see what improves care and services.
Westwood, Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05362292RecruitingPhase 4
Treating bladder leakage to support mind and body health
This study tests medicines to reduce “urgency” urine leakage (when you suddenly feel you must go) and to see whether improving bladder control also helps overall mental and physical health. You may be eligible if you have had these symptoms for at least 3 months and can follow the study plan.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 60 years+
Mental Health trials by city in California
Where these studies are running in California
Institutions with a site for the recruiting mental health studies listed above.
- Stanford University · 2 studies
- Chapman University
- Foothill College
- San Luis Obispo County Juvenile Hall
- Soul Medicine Institute
- University of California Los Angeles Rheumatology
- University of California San Diego
- University of California, Berkeley
What taking part in a mental health 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.
Mental Health trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there mental health clinical trials in California?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 31 recruiting mental health studies with a site in California, 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 health study in California?
- 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 California to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in California, 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 health 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 mental health studies open in California 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.