Clinical trials
Posttraumatic Stress Symptom clinical trials
Below are recruiting posttraumatic stress symptom clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 41 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07840417Recruiting
Deep brain reorienting therapy for PTSD in veterans
This study tests a new type of talk therapy called deep brain reorienting (DBR) for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It aims to help your brain process traumatic memories and reduce PTSD symptoms over 8 sessions.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 18–65 - NCT07756723RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Comparing PTSD treatments for veterans with substance use
This study compares two proven treatments for veterans who have both PTSD and substance use problems. It aims to find which treatment works best to help with trauma recovery.
Coatesville, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07710417RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Float therapy for healthcare workers with PTSD
This study tests whether floating in a shallow pool of water can help reduce PTSD and stress-related symptoms in first responders and emergency medical personnel. If you're a healthcare worker struggling with work-related trauma, this floating therapy might offer relief.
Tulsa, OklahomaAges 18–64 - NCT07542431Recruiting
How Dog Adoption Helps Veterans With Stress and Mental Health
This study explores whether adopting and training a shelter dog can improve stress symptoms and overall mental health in military veterans. Researchers will follow veterans in the Fort Lauderdale area who adopt dogs through the Humane Society to see if the bond with a trained dog helps their wellbeing.
Boca Raton, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07483333Recruiting
Comparing two group therapies for kids with medical conditions and trauma
This study compares two types of group therapy for youth ages 8–18 who have a chronic medical condition and trauma-related distress. The goal is to see which type of group helps kids feel better and handle their health challenges.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 8–18 - NCT05414708Recruiting
Art therapy for veterans with PTSD symptoms
This study tests whether art therapy can improve emotional well-being in military members who have significant PTSD symptoms. You would answer questionnaires and likely take part in art-making sessions as part of the treatment being studied.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–64 - NCT07313280Enrolling by invitation
PTSD and chronic pain therapy study for women
This study looks at how a psychological program can help women with chronic pain conditions linked to central sensitization (where the nervous system stays on high alert) and PTSD. It aims to reduce pain and stress symptoms.
Málaga, MálagaAges 18–65 - NCT05701111Recruiting
School-based treatment for teens with trauma symptoms
This study tests a school-based approach to help teens who have experienced trauma and now have post-trauma symptoms. It also collects emotional and physical (biologic) information to understand how treatment may help.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 11–17 - NCT07219056Recruiting
Sound therapy for adults with trauma and addiction
This trial tests a sound-based program (Safe & Sound Protocol) to help adults with both trauma and substance use disorder in residential treatment. It aims to see if this gentle listening therapy can calm the nervous system and support recovery.
Wernersville, PennsylvaniaAges 18–75 - NCT07165834Recruiting
Sexuality after sexual trauma: a group therapy study
This study explores how a psychoeducational group can help people reclaim their sexuality after sexual trauma. It aims to understand the struggles and successes of healing in a supportive setting.
SkienAges 18–65 - NCT06449326Recruiting
Brain imaging and stimulation study for PTSD in veterans
This study uses brain scans and a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) to help reduce PTSD symptoms in veterans. You may be eligible if you have ongoing PTSD symptoms and are on stable medication.
Albuquerque, New MexicoAges 18–80 - NCT06706323Recruiting
Depression after heart surgery study
This study looks at depressive symptoms in people who have had heart bypass surgery. It aims to understand how patients feel emotionally after surgery and may help improve care.
ZurichAges 18–90 - NCT05751473Recruiting
Reducing PTSD symptoms for first responders and frontline health workers
This study tests a way to help reduce PTSD symptoms in first responders and frontline healthcare workers. You may join a main treatment study, and some participants may also take part in follow-up questions to learn what helped.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT03642028RecruitingPhase 4
Sleep medicine study for PTSD-related sleep problems
This trial tests suvorexant, a sleep medicine, to help improve sleep disturbance in people with PTSD. It’s designed for adults who have had PTSD symptoms for at least a few months and also have insomnia.
Long Beach, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT06923423Recruiting
Cognitive processing therapy for drug use and trauma in prison
This study tests if a type of therapy called cognitive processing therapy (CPT) can help people in prison who have both a drug use problem and trauma-related stress. If you qualify, you would receive CPT and be compared to those getting usual care.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07106593Recruiting
Talk therapy for PTSD and tinnitus after concussion
This study tests a type of talk therapy for people with both PTSD and chronic tinnitus that started after a mild head injury. The therapy aims to help reduce symptoms of both conditions together.
San Antonio, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06989957RecruitingPhase 1
Psilocybin and MDMA therapy for PTSD in veterans
This study tests whether a combination of two investigational drugs, psilocybin and MDMA, can help veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). You would receive the drugs in a controlled setting and be monitored closely.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 21 years+ - NCT05427708Recruiting
Breathing training to reduce anxiety symptoms
This study tests whether specific respiratory (breathing) training can reduce anxiety symptoms and fear responses. It may help people who have several kinds of anxiety or trauma-related anxiety, especially if they are not on anxiety medicines or only stable on them.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06185244Recruiting
Online trauma therapy for teens with PTSD
This study tests an online therapy for teenagers with PTSD. It's a type of talk therapy that helps you deal with trauma, and you and your parent take part from home.
StockholmAges 13–17 - NCT06348472Recruiting
Biomarkers and PTSD psychotherapy response
This study is looking at whether certain biomarkers in your blood (related to inflammation and the oxytocin system) can predict how well you respond to trauma-focused psychotherapy. It may help find better ways to personalize PTSD treatment.
Hod HaSharonAges 18–80 - NCT07250061Recruiting
Self-help PTSD program for women veterans
This study tests a self-guided program to help women veterans with PTSD. You would work through coping skills on your own, with support from a group of other women veterans.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07238192Recruiting
Testing a therapy to reduce suicide risk in veterans with PTSD
This trial is testing whether a therapy called Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), given in an intensive format, can reduce suicide risk in veterans and active duty service members with PTSD. It aims to see if this approach is more effective than standard care at preventing suicidal thoughts and behaviors.
Fort Hood, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06193161Recruiting
Prolonged Exposure Therapy for PTSD in Immigrants
This trial tests prolonged exposure therapy for immigrants in Sweden who have PTSD. You will receive this online therapy to see if it helps reduce trauma symptoms.
SolnaAges 18 years+ - NCT06968832Recruiting
Prolonged therapy for PTSD and substance use
This trial tests a therapy that helps people with both post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and a substance use disorder (SUD). You'll receive extended therapy sessions to reduce PTSD symptoms and support your recovery from substance use, while continuing your current substance use treatment.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for posttraumatic stress symptom?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 41 recruiting posttraumatic stress symptom 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 posttraumatic stress symptom 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 posttraumatic stress symptom 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.