Clinical trials
Psychotherapy clinical trials
Below are recruiting psychotherapy clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 145 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07737990Enrolling by invitation
Psilocybin group therapy for treatment-resistant depression
This trial tests whether psilocybin-assisted group therapy can help people whose depression hasn't improved with other treatments. You must have already completed a prior psilocybin study to join this group.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07710573Recruiting
Brief PTSD therapy compared to usual care for adults
This study tests a short, focused therapy (SEE FAR CBT) for adults with PTSD. It's a type of talk therapy that helps you process trauma, and the study wants to see if it works better than the usual care you would get.
Sha'ar HanegevAges 18 years+ - NCT07704138Recruiting
Testing process-based therapy for depression and anxiety
This trial tests a type of talking therapy called process-based therapy to see how well it works in everyday care. It focuses on treating depression or anxiety and helps therapists learn how to make better treatment decisions.
Frankfurt am Main, HesseAges 18–65 - NCT07706478Recruiting
Ketamine and Talk Therapy for Tough Depression
This trial tests whether a combination of ketamine (given through an IV) and talk therapy can help people with depression that hasn't responded to other treatments. If you have tried multiple antidepressants and therapy without success, this study may offer a new option.
Doorn, UtrechtAges 18–70 - NCT03755401Recruiting
Therapy trial for PTSD after prior treatment didn’t fully help
This trial studies a specific talk-therapy approach (psychodynamic psychotherapy) for people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) who still have significant symptoms despite prior treatment. You may be able to join if your PTSD symptoms are in a moderate range and you can safely participate without urgent safety risks or certain other conditions.
New York, New YorkAges 18–70 - NCT03803332Recruiting
Therapies for PTSD from military sexual trauma compared for adults
This trial compares two types of talk therapy to treat PTSD caused by military sexual trauma. It aims to see which therapy helps symptoms better and how well people can complete weekly outpatient sessions.
New York, New YorkAges 18–85 - NCT03846375Recruiting
Therapy trial for self-harm and suicidal thoughts
This study looks at emotional regulation during and alongside standard outpatient dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) for people who have self-harmed or had suicidal thoughts. It may help the team understand which emotions or patterns change with treatment.
BergenAges 18–65 - NCT04356924Recruiting
Talking therapy to help with worries from mild memory problems
This trial studies a psychological (talking) treatment to help people cope with everyday life challenges caused by mild cognitive impairment or subjective cognitive decline. It may help reduce anxiety, avoidance, and feelings of stigma linked to memory or thinking changes.
Stockholm, Stockholm CountyAges 45–75 - NCT04452825Recruiting
Psychotherapy for older adults with cancer distress
This trial studies a new talking-therapy program for people age 70+ who have cancer and feel emotional distress. It may help reduce anxiety and low mood while you’re receiving cancer treatment or followed closely after treatment.
New York, New YorkAges 70 years+ - NCT04626050Recruiting
PTSD and stress support study for healthcare workers
This study looks at psychological distress, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), in healthcare workers after work-related trauma. You may be eligible if you are an adult healthcare worker with PTSD (and otherwise stable) who can complete regular study check-ins.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT04770025RecruitingPhase 2
Brain stimulation with therapy for risky alcohol use
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation device can make standard psychotherapy work better for people who drink in a risky way. It’s designed for community participants who are not already in alcohol-use treatment.
Albuquerque, New MexicoAges 21–60 - NCT04793776Recruiting
MERA program to reduce aggression in PTSD
This trial tests a program called MERA to help people with PTSD-related symptoms manage emotions and reduce aggressive outbursts. It’s meant for Veterans who’ve had recent impulsive aggression and may benefit from structured skills practice and coaching.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18–64 - NCT04892251RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Ketamine-assisted therapy for opioid use disorder
This trial tests whether ketamine-assisted therapy can help people with opioid use disorder, alongside standard treatment with buprenorphine. It also looks at whether you can safely take part in group mindfulness-style sessions during the study.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18 years+ - NCT04911829Recruiting
Program for persistent low-grade depression and treatment changes
This trial looks at how treatment for persistent depressive disorder (long-lasting low mood) affects real-world costs and the process of changing treatments. It may help people who have tried some treatments before and need a practical plan moving forward.
Vikersund, BuskerudAges 18–70 - NCT07698132Recruiting
Psychotherapy for binge eating disorder
This trial tests three levels of psychotherapy (high, medium, and low intensity) to find which works best for binge eating disorder. It aims to help you stop binge episodes and improve your relationship with food.
Ballerup Municipality, Capital RegionAges 18–65 - NCT04996433Recruiting
Compare two talk therapy programs for treatment-resistant depression
This study compares two psychotherapy programs to help people who have ongoing, difficult-to-treat depression while in inpatient care. If you qualify, you’ll receive one of the therapy programs and be followed to see which approach helps depression symptoms more.
Berlin, State of BerlinAges 18–75 - NCT05356611Recruiting
Study for depression and mild memory thinking problems
This trial tests a program aimed at helping older adults with depression who also have mild thinking and memory difficulties. You may be asked to complete study sessions and tracking, with support for depression symptoms and thinking function.
Las Vegas, NevadaAges 60 years+ - NCT05585164Recruiting
Therapy program for postpartum depression up to one year
This trial tests a structured talk-therapy program for postpartum depression in the first year after having a baby. It may help by reducing depressive symptoms and improving day-to-day functioning.
New York, New YorkAges Any age - NCT05587517RecruitingPhase 2
Support for family decision-makers of critically ill patients
This Phase 2 study tests interventions to support family surrogate decision-makers when a loved one is very sick in the ICU and is nearing end-of-life. It may help by reducing distress and pre-loss grief through structured support delivered by phone or video.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05726721Recruiting
Study of treatment targets for binge eating disorder
This trial studies how binge eating disorder behaves during treatment and compares patterns over time. It may help by improving future treatment approaches for people with binge eating disorder.
Aarhus, Central JutlandAges 18 years+ - NCT05833087Recruiting
Schema therapy for long-lasting, hard-to-treat depression
This study tests whether schema therapy can help people with chronic depression that hasn’t improved enough with standard antidepressant treatments. You’d be in a psychiatric clinic and be assessed for severity and diagnosis, then receive the therapy being studied.
Ballerup MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT05833529Recruiting
Therapy program for cocaine use in a residential setting
This trial tests an “innovative cognitive and behavioral” therapy approach to help people stop cocaine use or stay stopped. It is done while you’re in a residential hospital program, aiming to improve coping and reduce relapse.
Fort-de-FranceAges 18 years+ - NCT05843695Recruiting
Therapy study for PTSD and anxiety in veterans
This trial tests a psychotherapy approach to help veterans and service members who have PTSD and/or anxiety disorders. You may be randomly assigned to different therapy conditions, and the study aims to improve quality of life and reduce anxiety and PTSD symptoms.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05858346Recruiting
Therapy for social anxiety in Veterans with trauma symptoms
This study compares two kinds of treatment for social anxiety disorder to see which one works better for Veterans. It focuses on people who also have significant posttraumatic stress symptoms (trauma-related symptoms).
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for psychotherapy?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 145 recruiting psychotherapy 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 psychotherapy 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 psychotherapy 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.