Clinical trials
Psychology clinical trials
Below are recruiting psychology clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 445 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05924113Recruiting
Latin dance program after lung transplant
This trial tests whether learning and doing Latin dance is safe and helpful for people after a lung transplant. It looks at your ability to move, your recovery, and how you feel day to day with a supervised exercise approach.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18–80 - NCT05883540RecruitingPhase 2
LSD therapy in palliative care for comfort and well-being
This Phase 2 study tests how LSD may affect comfort and quality of life for people with advanced or end-stage life-limiting illness. It also checks whether the medicine is safe and can be given in a controlled way in palliative care settings.
BaselAges 22 years+ - NCT05868135Recruiting
Online guided therapy for depression and anxiety
This trial tests an internet-based (online) guided psychological program, called e-Meistring, for people with moderate depression plus panic disorder and social anxiety. It aims to see whether the program improves symptoms and is also worth the cost.
BergenAges 18 years+ - NCT05785169Recruiting
Trial improves clinic support for people with HIV
This study works with specific Ryan White clinics to improve support and well-being for both patients and healthcare staff. It will help test whether an “all-facility” approach in participating clinics can create a better care experience.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT05774002Recruiting
Psychological check-in for teens getting back surgery for scoliosis
This study asks teens with idiopathic scoliosis to complete psychological assessments while planning for elective back surgery. It may help doctors better understand patients’ mental and emotional needs around surgery.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 10–19 - NCT05722236Recruiting
Peer support program to help people manage stress from IBD
This trial tests a “peer-to-peer” support program to help adults with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) manage psychological distress (stress and emotional strain). It may help you cope better during major life or treatment changes related to IBD.
Halifax, N.S.Ages 18–99 - NCT05676255RecruitingPhase 2
SUPORT study for breast cancer survivors and their partners
This Phase 2 study looks at an online program for breast cancer survivors and their supportive partners who live together. The goal is to see whether the program helps survivors and partners during survivorship and adjustment after treatment.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05624931Recruiting
Helping pregnant women stay on PrEP after starting it
This study tries to reduce the psychological barriers that make it hard for pregnant or postpartum women to keep taking PrEP. It may help by offering support tailored to stress, trauma symptoms, or depression—especially soon after PrEP is started.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 15 years+ - NCT05619822Enrolling by invitation
Third-steps therapy for psychosis and PTSD symptoms
This study tests a structured therapy program for people who have both psychosis symptoms and high PTSD symptoms. It aims to reduce distress from past trauma while also supporting mental health symptoms.
Pozuelo de Alarcón, MadridAges 18–65 - NCT05600868Enrolling by invitation
Testing dual attention during EMDR therapy for PTSD
This study tests whether adding “dual attention” to EMDR therapy helps people with high PTSD symptoms. If you have significant PTSD symptoms, this approach may improve how well the therapy works, but it depends on safety and recent treatment history.
Pozuelo de Alarcón, MadridAges 18–65 - NCT05591937Recruiting
Online therapy and prevention support for eligible East LA students
This project offers online mental health prevention and therapy programs and short assessments for eligible students. It may help you access support in a convenient way if you meet the study’s student, coverage, and technology needs.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–40 - NCT05558527Recruiting
Study of how relationships affect noticing threat cues
This study looks at how being in a stable romantic relationship changes how you notice and react to threat-related cues. It may help researchers understand factors that shape fear and alertness, which could guide future mental health treatments.
Reno, NevadaAges 18–65 - NCT04713722Recruiting
Study of early stress and depression using brain imaging
This study looks at how early life stress may be linked to depression, using brain scans. You’ll be asked about your history and asked to do brain imaging to help researchers understand these brain and mood changes.
Belmont, MassachusettsAges 20–32 - NCT05524597RecruitingPhase 1
Older adults write about health experiences
This study looks at how writing about your life experiences and health affects outcomes in older adults. If you’re 65 or older and meet health and safety requirements, you may be able to take part.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 65 years+ - NCT05436106Recruiting
Reducing stress with a behavioral program for Black gender minority women
This trial tests a behavior-based program meant to help lower stress. It is designed for Black gender minority women who were assigned male at birth.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18–99 - NCT05423444Recruiting
Therapy for PTSD in teens using brain connectivity imaging
This study looks at how well PTSD-focused therapy changes brain “connectivity” patterns in adolescents. It may help your care team understand which teens benefit most from therapy.
San Antonio, TexasAges 12–17 - NCT05420051Recruiting
Program to boost happiness and emotional well-being in type 2 diabetes
This trial tests whether a support program using messages and coaching can improve emotional well-being and happiness for people with type 2 diabetes. It may also encourage healthier activity, especially if you’re currently not very active.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT05398120Recruiting
Skills group for teens at high risk for psychosis
This study offers a skills-based group program for teens who are considered at high risk of developing a psychotic disorder. It aims to help young people cope and possibly lower the impact of early warning symptoms.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 13–18 - NCT05234125Recruiting
Lifestyle counseling during pregnancy for African American women
This trial tests a better lifestyle counseling program during pregnancy to help improve health—especially for women who started pregnancy at a higher weight. It may help you learn practical changes for a healthier pregnancy and outcomes.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–40 - NCT04945278Recruiting
Brain study of self-recognition in teens at mental risk
This study looks at how people recognize themselves and understand the difference between self and others. It may help researchers better understand brain processes in teens who are at higher risk for certain mental health problems, using special tasks that involve seeing light and images.
BoharsAges 15–25 - NCT04871412RecruitingPhase 3
Surgery care program for lung or upper GI cancer patients
This trial tests an “integrative” support program around the time of cancer surgery to see if it improves care and outcomes for people having surgery for lung, stomach, or esophagus cancer. It may help by adding extra structured support during the peri-operative (around-surgery) period.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT04789694RecruitingPhase 3
Prehab program for gynecologic cancer before treatment
This trial tests whether a structured “prehab” program (before major cancer treatment) can improve how well people tolerate therapy and recover. It focuses on people with certain ovarian or early endometrial cancers who need additional treatment planning, including timing of surgery or chemotherapy.
PragueAges 18–85 - NCT04750876Recruiting
Psychological and physical therapy follow-up after leg amputation
This trial tests whether adding both psychological support and physical therapy check-ins before and after leg amputation improves recovery and rehab planning. It may help patients feel better and regain function during the transition to rehabilitation care.
La Roche-sur-YonAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for psychology?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 445 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.