Clinical trials
Motivational Interviewing clinical trials
Below are recruiting motivational interviewing clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 67 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07238998Recruiting
App to help high-risk drinkers reduce alcohol use
This study tests a mobile app that uses motivational interviewing to help high-risk drinkers reduce their alcohol consumption. You may be eligible if you want to cut back on drinking and use an Android phone.
Seoul, SeoulAges 19–59 - NCT06513819RecruitingPhase 1
HIV and Alcohol Study for People on Multiple Medications
This study looks at how alcohol use affects people with HIV who take multiple medications, including certain brain or nerve drugs. It aims to find safer ways to manage their health.
West Haven, ConnecticutAges 50 years+ - NCT06637436Recruiting
PrEP motivation help for men who use meth
This study tests two ways to help men who were assigned male at birth and use methamphetamine stay motivated to start PrEP, a medicine that prevents HIV. You may join if you are HIV-negative or don't know your status and haven't taken PrEP recently.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06882863Enrolling by invitation
Study to help reduce sitting in severe COPD
This study tests whether a nurse can help you sit less during the day if you have severe COPD. A nurse will visit you at home for motivational interviews to help you become more active.
RoskildeAges 65 years+ - NCT06826703Recruiting
Motivational interviewing for diabetes self-management and cyberchondria
This study tests whether talking with a coach (motivational interviewing) helps people with diabetes better manage their condition and reduces worry caused by looking up health information online (cyberchondria).
Van, VanAges 18 years+ - NCT07205458Recruiting
Web-based education to help first-time fathers support breastfeeding
This trial tests whether a web-based education program can help first-time fathers support their partners with breastfeeding. The program is designed to increase fathers' knowledge, motivation, and skills.
SakaryaAges 19 years+ - NCT06288438Recruiting
Tele-rehab program for veterans with multiple health issues
This trial tests a video-based rehabilitation program designed to help veterans manage multiple chronic conditions and improve physical function at home. It may be a good fit if you're a veteran aged 60+ with several health problems and trouble with daily activities like standing from a chair.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 60 years+ - NCT06712940Recruiting
Hospital support program for firearm violence survivors
This study tests a hospital-based program to help young people aged 16-24 recover after a violent injury like a gunshot, stab wound, or assault. The program is designed to provide support in a private setting.
New Orleans, LouisianaAges 16–24 - NCT06261398Recruiting
Better pregnancy outcomes with text support
This trial uses text messages and education to help improve pregnancy outcomes for women who are less than 21 weeks pregnant. It's designed for patients receiving care at certain Ohio State University clinics.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07529509Recruiting
Mental Health Support for Latino Adults in Connecticut
This study helps Latino adults in Connecticut who have serious mental health challenges and trauma but aren't currently in treatment. Researchers want to understand how to better engage and support this community.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT06713603Recruiting
Digital smoking cessation with motivational counseling
This study tests a digital program that uses personalized counseling over video or phone to help people stop smoking. It is for adults who smoke daily, have a primary care doctor, and can use a smartphone or computer.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05804461Recruiting
PrEP support study for Latino gay and bisexual men in Puerto Rico
This study tests ways to help Latino men who have sex with men use PrEP, a medicine that helps prevent HIV. You may be invited if you are HIV-negative (or your status is unknown), are not currently on PrEP, and can read and write Spanish.
San JuanAges 21–99 - NCT07042152Recruiting
Wearable device and coaching to improve arm use after stroke
This study tests whether a wearable device that tracks arm movement, plus coaching to use your weaker arm more, can help you recover better after a stroke. It's for people who are at least 6 months past their stroke and have some arm weakness but can still use their hand.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18–84 - NCT06033599RecruitingPhase 3
Mindfulness and motivation to quit smoking while on methadone
This study combines counseling (motivational interviewing) with mindfulness training (like guided exercises) to help people on methadone quit smoking. It tests if adding mindfulness can make it easier to stop smoking and stay quit.
New Brunswick, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT07415707Recruiting
Reducing alcohol and taking probiotics for brain health in older adults
This study tests whether cutting back on alcohol and taking probiotics can improve memory and thinking in older adults who are heavy drinkers. If you are interested in drinking less, you may be able to join.
Miami, FloridaAges 65–84 - NCT07218471Recruiting
Cannabis reduction study for heavy users
This study tests if helping people reduce heavy cannabis use improves daily life. It's for adults with cannabis use disorder who want to cut back.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07261722Recruiting
Navy Buddy Program to Reduce Risky Drinking and Sexual Violence
This study tests whether a program that helps Navy buddies support each other can reduce risky drinking and sexual violence. You and a friend who also serves would join together.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 18–24 - NCT06115252Recruiting
Brain scan study for young adults responding to programs
This study uses brain scans and follow-up surveys to understand how young adults respond to programs. It may help if you are a right-handed young adult without a history of brain injury or certain mental health conditions.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–19 - NCT07637630Recruiting
HPV Vaccine Education for Vietnamese American Parents
This study helps parents in the Vietnamese American community learn about the HPV vaccine, which prevents certain cancers. Researchers will work with you to understand what information helps families decide about vaccinating their children.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07527871Enrolling by invitation
Emergency care screening and counseling for substance use prevention
This study tests whether screening patients in the emergency department for substance use, followed by a brief counseling session, can help prevent substance use problems and overdoses. You would be asked about your substance use and receive supportive counseling by phone or video.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT04430257Recruiting
PrEP for people at higher risk of HIV
This study checks whether taking HIV prevention medicine called PrEP can help protect people who are not living with HIV but have recent risk of HIV exposure. You may qualify if you have ongoing risk and are not already taking PrEP.
Cambridge, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04770025RecruitingPhase 2
Brain stimulation with therapy for risky alcohol use
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation device can make standard psychotherapy work better for people who drink in a risky way. It’s designed for community participants who are not already in alcohol-use treatment.
Albuquerque, New MexicoAges 21–60 - NCT05412862Recruiting
Improving mood after a recent heart event
This study looks at whether increasing positive emotions after an acute heart problem (like a heart attack or unstable angina) can help patients feel and function better. You may be eligible if you had a recent heart event and are not currently getting enough physical activity.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–95 - 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+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for motivational interviewing?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 67 recruiting motivational interviewing 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 motivational interviewing 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 motivational interviewing 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.