Clinical trials
Psychology clinical trials
Below are recruiting psychology clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 455 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06811311Recruiting
Hypnotherapy and Brain Activity in Generalized Anxiety Disorder
This study uses EEG (a brain wave test) to see how Ericksonian hypnotherapy, a gentle type of hypnosis, affects brain activity and anxiety symptoms in people with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) who are not currently in treatment or taking medication for anxiety.
IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT06813495Recruiting
ACT for injury prevention in nurses and aides
This study tests a program called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help nurses and nursing aides prevent injuries at work. If you work in a long-term care facility in specific areas of the US or Thailand, you may be able to join.
Bowling Green, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06822569Recruiting
Teen health choices & wellness study
This study tests a program to help teenagers make healthy choices. It may be a good fit if you've recently done a behavior you'd like to change and live in Rhode Island.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 13–16 - NCT06837311Recruiting
Smoking cessation after stroke via smartphone monitoring
This study tests a smartphone-based program that helps people who recently had a stroke quit smoking. It uses digital monitoring and support as part of your regular post-stroke follow-up to lower the risk of another stroke.
BordeauxAges 18–80 - NCT06853912RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin therapy for PTSD and alcohol use in veterans and first responders
This trial tests whether psilocybin, given along with psychological support, can help military veterans and first responders who have both PTSD and alcohol use disorder. If you're a veteran or first responder looking to reduce or stop drinking, you may be able to participate.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 21–65 - NCT06866106Recruiting
Well-being in IBS: A phone program for strengths and happiness
This study tests a program that helps people with IBS focus on their strengths and happiness through phone sessions. It aims to see if this approach can improve well-being and manage IBS symptoms.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06874790Recruiting
Web-based mental health app study for Latina women
This study tests a web-based app to help Latina women in Los Angeles or Orange County who are feeling anxious or depressed. If you are not currently in therapy or on medication, you may be able to join from home using your smartphone or computer.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06876948Recruiting
Long COVID brain effects in children
This study looks at brain and nerve problems in children and teens who had COVID-19. It uses brain scans and other tests to understand long-lasting symptoms like headaches, tiredness, memory issues, or dizziness.
Pisa, PIAges 6–16 - NCT06877598Recruiting
Online sexual health clinic for prostate cancer patients
This study tests an online clinic (SHAReClinic) that helps prostate cancer patients and their partners with sexual health and recovery. You can join if you’re in active treatment or recently finished, have internet access, and meet a few health-related requirements.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06877715Recruiting
Sensory and autism traits in children with Prader-Willi syndrome
This study looks at autism-like symptoms and sensory profiles in children with Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS). It aims to better understand these traits to improve care and support.
ToulouseAges 3–16 - NCT06889519Recruiting
Parenting support for caregivers with trauma history
This study tests a group therapy program for parents who have experienced trauma or difficult childhoods. It aims to help them build stronger bonds with their babies (0-36 months old) and improve family well-being.
Santiago, Santiago MetropolitanAges 18 years+ - NCT06899165RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin therapy for trauma passed down in families
This trial tests whether psilocybin (a substance that can change how you think and feel) combined with talk therapy can help treat depression or anxiety that may be linked to trauma your parent survived. It is for adults whose parent directly experienced genocide and who currently have depression or an anxiety disorder.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06908447Recruiting
Cold water and decision-making study
This trial tests whether taking a cold shower or swim affects how you make decisions. You'll be exposed to cold water and then complete decision-making tasks.
NuthetalAges 18–40 - NCT06916429Recruiting
Talking therapy study for common mental health issues
This trial tests if different types of talking therapy work well for people with common mental health problems like anxiety or depression. It’s designed to help find which treatment might be best for you.
Copenhagen, Central RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT06921512Recruiting
Chinese therapeutic exercise for anxiety and depression
This study tests whether a traditional Chinese mind-body exercise (Daoyin) can help people with mild to moderate anxiety and depression. It also looks at how the exercise might affect your body and mind.
ShanghaiAges 18–65 - NCT06932432Recruiting
Psychological support study for young adults with chronic pain
This study tests a new approach to psychological support for young adults (ages 18-25) with chronic pain that started in childhood. It uses daily surveys on your smartphone to adjust support based on what you need day to day.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18–25 - NCT06941428Recruiting
Redesigning trauma therapy for schools
This study is redesigning a trauma-focused therapy (TF-CBT) for schools. It tests a new version of the therapy to help students aged 7–19 who have experienced trauma and still feel upset by it.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 7 years+ - NCT06952933Recruiting
Trauma and resilience in adults with congenital heart disease
This study surveys adults with congenital heart disease to understand how psychological trauma and resilience affect their health. You would complete online questionnaires about your experiences and coping.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06956781Recruiting
Finding the best treatment for childhood PTSD
This study tests different ways to help children ages 8-17 who have PTSD after a traumatic event. It looks at how to best support both the child and their caregiver through therapy and surveys.
Rochester, New YorkAges 8–17 - NCT06959212Recruiting
Memory study in patients with disorders of consciousness
This trial studies memory abilities in people who are unconscious due to a brain injury. It compares unconscious patients, conscious patients in intensive care, and people who have recovered consciousness after being unconscious. Participation involves memory testing and may help us understand how the brain recovers.
ParisAges 15 years+ - NCT06972121Recruiting
Digital mindset training for half marathon runners
This study tests a digital mindset training program designed to help runners improve their performance and enjoyment of their first few half marathons. If you're running a half marathon in New Zealand in 2025 and have a device to receive online materials, you may be eligible.
AucklandAges 18 years+ - NCT06981312Recruiting
Internet therapy for teens with chronic pain
This study tests two online treatments for teenagers with chronic pain: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and pain education. It aims to see if these programs help reduce pain and improve daily life, and parents join a separate support program.
VallentunaAges 13–19 - NCT06981598Recruiting
Preventing mental health issues with unit-based support
This trial studies how having behavioral health technicians (mental health support people) work directly in military units can help prevent psychological problems. It is for service members who are currently seeing one of these technicians, or for the technicians themselves who are embedded in a unit.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06987227Recruiting
Parent-child bonding help for parents of premature babies
This study tests a program to help parents of premature babies bond with their child during the hospital stay and after going home. It aims to improve parents' physical, mental, and social health.
Teipei, TaiwanAges 20–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for psychology?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 455 recruiting psychology 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 psychology 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 psychology 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.