Clinical trials
Psychology clinical trials
Below are recruiting psychology clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 447 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07626944Recruiting
Music and Sound Therapy for Dementia Behaviors
This study tests whether special music and sound patterns can help reduce difficult behaviors and improve mood in people with dementia living in assisted care. Researchers will play these sounds to you and track any changes in how you feel and behave.
Denver, ColoradoAges 55–95 - NCT05632757Recruiting
Studying support for ALS patients and their family caregivers
This study looks at how much burden (stress and day-to-day strain) ALS creates for both the patient and the main caregiver. It may help shape better ways to support families facing ALS over time.
MarseilleAges 18 years+ - NCT05308537Recruiting
Mindful compassion program for nurses feeling emotionally exhausted
This study tests whether a mindful compassion training program can reduce psychological distress in nurses who feel emotionally drained. It targets nurses working on COVID-19 hospital units and compares the program to a wait-and-see group.
Verona, ItaliaAges 25–65 - NCT07617467Recruiting
Group therapy for emotional distress in young people
This trial tests whether group-based therapy (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT) can help young people manage anxiety, depression, and stress. The therapy teaches skills to accept difficult feelings while living according to your values.
Arendal, AgderAges 16–25 - NCT06630598Recruiting
Family violence education for psychology trainees
This study tests online learning resources about family violence for psychology graduate students. It helps you recognize and respond to family violence in your clinical work.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07615257Recruiting
Mindfulness and CBT for Psoriasis-Related Emotional Stress
This study tests whether a combination of mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)—talk-based techniques to manage thoughts and emotions—can help psoriasis patients feel less stressed and more compassionate toward themselves. Participants attend sessions over several weeks to learn these skills.
Rahim Yar Khan, Punjab ProvinceAges 25–75 - NCT07617441Recruiting
Brain and Psychology Study of Hard-to-Treat Migraines
This research study compares brain structure and psychological traits in people with chronic migraines that don't respond well to standard treatments versus healthy volunteers without migraines. Understanding these differences may help doctors develop better treatment options for difficult-to-treat migraines.
Catanzaro, CatanzaroAges 18–75 - NCT05969431Recruiting
Measuring hair cortisol to study stress in fathers of babies
This study looks at whether a father’s stress level over time can be estimated by measuring cortisol (a stress hormone) in hair. Results may help researchers better understand how chronic stress affects new families, especially when babies are born early or on time.
Cologne, Northrhine-westfaliaAges 1 day–1 week - NCT06707363Recruiting
Psychological factors and pain after orthopedic surgery
This study looks at how your thoughts and feelings affect your pain after orthopedic surgery. Researchers want to understand these factors to improve care for future patients.
Krakow, MalopolskaAges 18–65 - NCT07610135RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Psilocybin with or without pimavanserin pretreatment
This trial tests whether taking pimavanserin before psilocybin changes the drug's effects in healthy volunteers who have never used psychedelics. It aims to understand how to make psychedelic therapy safer and more predictable.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 21–65 - NCT05986279Recruiting
MINDGAPS: A balance and mental health study for military members
This study tests a program called MINDGAPS to help Veterans and active-duty service members with their balance and mental health. If you are a military member who can stand on your own and have not had a recent head injury, you may be eligible.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07594756Recruiting
Online social support while waiting for mental health care
This trial tests an online platform that offers social support and activities for young people aged 16 to 25 who are waiting for mental health care. It may help reduce distress and make the waiting period easier.
AmsterdamAges 16–25 - NCT07590999Recruiting
Probiotics and Menopause Symptoms: A Research Study
This study tests whether taking a probiotic supplement helps with hot flushes, mood changes, and other symptoms of perimenopause (the years around menopause). Researchers believe gut health may play a role in these symptoms.
Oxford, EnglandAges 45–60 - NCT06721468Recruiting
Trout eating and brain health in kids and families
This study looks at how eating trout may affect brain health in children and their families. It has three parts for different age groups, and you may be asked to eat trout or answer questions online.
Moscow, IdahoAges 3 years+ - NCT06142032Recruiting
Virtual support groups in metaverse for Ukrainian refugees
This trial tests whether virtual support groups in the metaverse can help Ukrainian refugees feel connected and supported. If you are a Ukrainian refugee without a diagnosed mental disorder and not currently in treatment, you may be eligible.
BucharestAges 18–85 - NCT07582861Recruiting
Support for Mothers Expecting Babies With Heart Disease
This study offers psychological support to pregnant mothers who have learned their baby has congenital heart disease (a heart condition present at birth). The research tests whether counseling and coping strategies provided before and after birth can help mothers manage stress and anxiety during this challenging time.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07576335RecruitingPhase 2
Prehabilitation and rehabilitation for prostate cancer surgery
This study tests a program that combines exercise, nutrition, and mental preparation before and after prostate removal surgery. The goal is to help you recover faster and keep better urinary and sexual function.
Sydney, New South WalesAges 18 years+ - NCT07562100Recruiting
AI-Powered Exercise Program for Oral Cancer Patients Returning to Work
This study tests a smartphone-based exercise and wellness program designed to help people recently diagnosed with oral cancer prepare their body and mind before treatment, with the goal of helping them return to work faster and more safely. Researchers will track whether the program improves recovery and reduces healthcare costs.
TaipeiAges 20–70 - NCT07568145Recruiting
TMS for recent trauma may reduce PTSD symptoms
This study tests whether a type of brain stimulation called transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) can help reduce PTSD symptoms in people who have recently experienced trauma. It aims to see if TMS can prevent PTSD from becoming long-lasting.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18–65 - NCT07561632Recruiting
Early Stress Screening After Emergency Cesarean Delivery
This study looks at whether certain signs of distress right after an unexpected cesarean delivery can predict who might develop PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) later. Researchers want to understand this connection so they can help women who are struggling after this traumatic birth experience.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 19 years+ - NCT07554287Recruiting
Leg vs. Arm Exercise for Gestational Diabetes Management
This study tests whether exercising with your legs or arms helps manage blood sugar levels during pregnancy if you have gestational diabetes. The goal is to see which type of exercise works better and how it affects your overall health and stress during pregnancy.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–35 - NCT07551934Recruiting
Women's Mental Health and Pregnancy Choices in Wartime Ukraine
This study looks at how pregnant women and new mothers in Ukraine are coping emotionally and making decisions about their pregnancies and babies during wartime. Researchers want to understand your experiences to help improve support for women in similar situations.
KyivAges 18 years+ - NCT06738953Recruiting
Preventing mental disorders with a self-efficacy course
This trial tests if a course designed to boost your belief in your own abilities can help prevent anxiety, mood, or substance use disorders. It is for young adults who currently feel less confident in handling challenges.
Potsdam, BrandenburgAges 18–30 - NCT07550075Recruiting
Support program for Korean American dementia caregivers
This study tests a virtual support program designed specifically for Korean American adults who care for family members with dementia. The program aims to help caregivers manage stress and learn practical caregiving skills through online classes.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for psychology?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 447 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.