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
- NCT05617898Recruiting
Study how social rewards work in early schizophrenia
This study looks at how your brain learns from positive social experiences in people who are in the early stages of schizophrenia-type illness. It may help researchers understand “social anhedonia” (feeling less pleasure or reward from social situations) and guide future treatments.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–35 - NCT05765656Recruiting
Doctors and pharmacists helping older adults reduce sleeping pills
This study will see if working closely with your doctor and pharmacist can help older adults safely reduce or stop taking medications for anxiety or sleep, like benzodiazepines.
NantesAges 65 years+ - NCT05997875Recruiting
Learning about dialysis access options
This study tests a new way to teach people about hemodialysis and the access (the spot in your arm or leg where the dialysis machine connects). It is for people with advanced kidney disease who are considering hemodialysis and want to learn about their options for vascular access.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06090240Recruiting
Talking about future care plans after an ER visit
This study tests if talking with a counselor can help older adults and their family caregivers make plans for future medical care. It focuses on people who have recently visited the emergency room.
Hong KongAges Any age - NCT06099288Recruiting
Strong families start at home: A healthy eating study for Latinx families
This study tests a program to help families eat healthier together at home. It is for Latinx caregivers of young children and involves recording a few meals to see how the program helps.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT06127784Recruiting
Survivorship program for head and neck cancer follow-up
This trial tests a new program to help people who finished treatment for head and neck cancer stay on track with follow-up care. You may be able to join if you completed treatment 3 to 6 months ago and your cancer has not spread.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06133595Recruiting
Motivational interviewing to help people with sexual interest in children seek support
This trial tests whether motivational interviewing can help people who are concerned about their sexual interest in children to find help and avoid harming children. It aims to make it easier to talk about these concerns and get support.
KlecanyAges 18 years+ - NCT06307977Recruiting
Couples counseling to reduce drug use and HIV risk
This study tests a couple-focused counseling approach to help male couples reduce drug use and lower the risk of HIV. You and your partner would join sessions together to talk about safer choices and support each other.
Detroit, MichiganAges 18–55 - NCT06598397RecruitingPhase 4
Quit smoking help for people with HIV in NYC
This study is testing different ways to help people with HIV quit smoking. It combines medication, coaching, and text messages to find the most affordable and effective support.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06771843Recruiting
Helping men with HIV reduce drinking and improve HIV prevention
This study tests whether helping men with HIV who also drink heavily can lower their alcohol use and improve how well HIV treatment works to prevent passing the virus to others. It's for men living in fishing communities in Uganda.
KampalaAges 18 years+ - NCT06866496Recruiting
Better remission in alcohol-related liver cirrhosis
This trial tests if an optimized treatment plan can improve remission in people with liver cirrhosis caused by alcohol. It aims to help patients achieve better health outcomes.
Hvidovre, Capital RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT06994962Recruiting
Smartphone app to reduce heavy drinking in young adults
This study tests a smartphone app designed to help young adults (ages 18–25) drink less alcohol. If you're a heavy drinker and want to use technology to cut back, this app might be a good fit for you.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–25 - NCT07433270Recruiting
Friend-based alcohol reduction study for women
This study tests an intervention delivered by a friend to help women reduce binge drinking. It is designed for women who frequently drink heavily and socialize with a close friend.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 18–24 - NCT07451496Recruiting
Personalized aging study with lifestyle and supplements
This study tests whether personalized lifestyle advice, supplements, and exercise can help slow aging and improve health. If you are a generally healthy adult aged 50–80 who is not currently exercising, you may be a good fit.
Singapore, SingaporeAges 50–80 - NCT07516301Recruiting
Substance use screening for adult childhood cancer survivors
This study tests whether adding a quick substance use survey and a short follow-up conversation into your regular clinic visits is helpful. It is designed for people who were treated for childhood cancer and are now adults.
Memphis, TennesseeAges 15 years+ - NCT07307924Enrolling by invitation
Can motivational talks help with high blood pressure?
This study tests whether talking with a health coach (motivational interviewing) can help people with high blood pressure better understand their condition, feel more confident managing it, and stick with their treatment. It focuses on people living in semi-rural areas.
Kütahya, Kütahya/ SimavAges 25–59 - NCT05989906Enrolling by invitation
Sprint interval training during spinal cord injury rehab
This study tests whether a program of short, intense arm exercise (sprint interval training) is safe and doable for people with spinal cord injury who are in the hospital for rehab. If you are eligible, you would do the exercise sessions during your stay.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18–65 - NCT05752292Enrolling by invitation
Pregnant with gestational diabetes: share risk info to help
This study is testing how to share risk information during pregnancy in a way that helps patients feel more informed and empowered. It includes people currently pregnant with gestational diabetes and will ask about your preferences and understanding.
Pleasanton, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07402642Recruiting
Early Education to Lower Heart Attack Risk Factors
This trial tests if personalized education after a heart attack helps patients lower their future risk of heart problems. It focuses on people who had an emergency procedure to open blocked arteries.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las PalmasAges 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.