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
- NCT07641244Recruiting
How Family Income Changes Affect Child Mental Health and Brain Function
This study looks at how changes in a parent's income affect children's mental health, stress levels, and brain development. Researchers will follow children whose parents are in a financial support program to understand these connections better.
Evanston, IllinoisAges 10–18 - NCT07671430Recruiting
Psychological care before ACL surgery
This trial tests if extra psychological support before anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery helps people who are very afraid of the operation. You would attend remote counseling sessions to see if they improve your recovery.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT07550166Enrolling by invitation
Mindfulness App Study for Korean Older Adults
This study tests whether a mindfulness app—guided exercises to help you relax and focus your mind—can improve wellbeing in Korean immigrants aged 60 and older. You'll use the app on your smartphone for 8 weeks.
Tampa, FloridaAges 60 years+ - NCT07499219Enrolling by invitation
Digital help for students waiting for mental health support
This study tests a short digital program for students who are on a waiting list for psychological treatment. It aims to see if the program can provide support while they wait.
Oslo, OsloAges 18–80 - NCT07455370Enrolling by invitation
Moral distress and stress study for nurses
This study looks at how work-related stress and moral challenges affect nurses. It aims to understand and improve support for nursing staff.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges Any age - NCT07444099Enrolling by invitation
Early treatment after surgery for stomach cancer patients
This trial tests an early treatment plan after stomach cancer surgery. It is for people who completed chemotherapy before surgery without serious side effects and had a short hospital stay.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–80 - NCT07409792Enrolling by invitation
Ear seed therapy for anxiety, sleep, and IVF success
This trial tests if sticking tiny seeds on ear points (auricular therapy) can help women going through IVF feel less anxious, sleep better, and possibly improve their chances of pregnancy. It is for women with infertility who are about to have a frozen embryo transfer and have some anxiety or sleep problems.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 20–45 - NCT07409298Enrolling by invitation
AI support for breast cancer patients on CDK4/6 inhibitors
This trial tests whether an AI-powered management program can improve mental health and daily habits for people with HR+/HER2- breast cancer who are taking CDK4/6 inhibitor pills at home. It is designed to help you feel supported and stay on track with your rehabilitation plan.
TianjinAges 18–80 - NCT07356830Enrolling by invitation
Art therapy for infertility: stress and pregnancy study
This study tests whether art therapy sessions, led by a nurse, can help reduce stress and improve pregnancy chances for women with infertility. If you join, you'll take part in guided art activities and fill out questionnaires about your feelings.
Yiwu, ZhejiangAges 18–40 - NCT07306312Enrolling by invitation
How thoughts affect low back pain with manual therapy
This study looks at how your thoughts and feelings about your chronic low back pain affect your pain and ability to move, during a course of manual therapy (hands-on treatment by a therapist). It may help you understand if your mindset influences your recovery.
AthensAges 18–65 - NCT07283471Enrolling by invitation
Helping staff support children in residential care
This study looks at a workshop for staff who work with children in residential care. It aims to help staff improve their interactions with children to support their development.
Ithaca, New YorkAges 8 years+ - NCT07168512Enrolling by invitation
Release technique and exercises for cervicogenic headache
This trial tests whether a gentle hands-on therapy called myofascial release, alone or with exercises, can improve the neck curve, sleep, and mood in people whose headaches come from a neck problem. If you have headaches that start from your neck, this might help you find relief.
Gaza, Gaza StripAges 20–55 - NCT06864637Enrolling by invitation
Nutrition for trauma community survey
This study surveys adults about nutrition and trauma. It's open to almost anyone over 18 who isn't pregnant or incarcerated.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06822673Enrolling by invitation
Mind-Body Therapy for Children with Headaches
This study tests a mind-body therapy (MBI) to see if it can reduce headaches and improve well-being in children. It focuses on children aged 8 to 12 who get headaches and are otherwise healthy.
RawalpindiAges 8–12 - NCT06675461Enrolling by invitation
Brief talk therapy for suicidal patients with borderline personality disorder
This trial tests a short talk therapy for people with borderline personality disorder who come to the emergency department after hurting themselves or thinking about suicide. The goal is to see if this brief help can ease suicidal thoughts and keep you safer.
Toronto, OntarioAges 16 years+ - NCT06557928Enrolling by invitation
Study of body and mind changes in the Tibetan plateau
This study looks at how healthy people's bodies and minds adapt when they travel to the high-altitude Tibetan plateau. It aims to help understand the changes and find ways to support people working there.
BeijingAges 18–50 - NCT06412328Enrolling by invitation
Psychoeducation for parents of children with DMD
This study offers a psychoeducation program for parents of children with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. It aims to provide support and education to help you care for your child.
Ankara, CankayaAges 18–65 - NCT06141902Enrolling by invitation
Herbal tea for stem cell donor well-being
This study tests whether a special herbal tea (Jing Si Herbal Drink) can help people who donate stem cells feel better physically and emotionally. It is for healthy stem cell donors who are willing to drink the tea as part of the study.
Hualien CityAges 20–55 - NCT06070025Enrolling by invitation
Military life experiences and psychological health study
This study looks at how experiences before joining the military affect the mental health of active-duty service members. It may help understand what supports are needed for those currently serving.
Oceanside, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05977894Enrolling by invitation
Study of floatation experience in nurses and physicians
This trial asks nurses and physicians about their experience with floatation. It’s likely testing how different healthcare workers feel during or after floatation sessions.
Youngstown, OhioAges 21–70 - 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 - NCT04165460Enrolling by invitation
CBT programs for anxiety and coping in cervical cancer
This study tests two structured talk-therapy programs (cognitive-behavioral therapy) to help people with cervical cancer manage anxiety, depression symptoms, and unhelpful coping skills. It also looks at the role of a main caregiver during care planning and support.
Mexico City, TlalpanAges 18 years+
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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.