Clinical trials
Psychotherapy clinical trials
Below are recruiting psychotherapy clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 141 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06138522Recruiting
How Teens View Changes in PTSD Therapy
This study talks with traumatized teens and their therapists to understand how their therapy changes over time. It aims to improve care for young people with PTSD.
Paris, IDFAges 12 years+ - NCT06151158Recruiting
Preventing suicide in high-risk youth after a crisis visit
This study tests a program to help teens and young adults who have had thoughts of suicide or made an attempt. The program provides extra support after they leave the hospital or treatment program to help keep them safe.
St. Petersburg, FloridaAges 12–24 - NCT06096740Recruiting
Talking therapy for PTSD and its effects on the brain
This study looks at how a specific type of talk therapy affects the way your brain processes rewards. You'd join a group that either starts therapy right away or waits a bit before starting. Your brain activity will be scanned with an MRI to see changes.
Austin, TexasAges 18–65 - 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 - NCT06072898RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin brain imaging trial for depression
This study tests whether a single dose of psilocybin (a psychedelic compound) can help treat depression by looking at brain changes on MRI. It is designed for people with moderate-to-severe depression who have not responded well to other treatments.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–64 - NCT06004414Recruiting
SilverCloud mental health app study for high school students
This study tests a mental health app called SilverCloud in high school students who are feeling anxious or depressed. It aims to see if the app can help improve their mood and wellbeing.
New Brunswick, New JerseyAges 13–22 - NCT05974553Recruiting
Dialectical behavior therapy for justice-involved veterans
This study tests whether dialectical behavior therapy (DBT, a structured therapy skills program) can help veterans with stress or behavior challenges related to justice system involvement. It may help by teaching practical coping skills in a group setting.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 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 - 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+ - NCT05792930Recruiting
Therapy plus biofeedback for body-symptom distress
This study tests an integrated talk-therapy program that combines cognitive-behavioral therapy and biofeedback to help people whose symptoms are strongly felt in the body. It may help by teaching skills to reduce distress and improve how you manage symptoms.
YunlinAges 20–70 - NCT05766592RecruitingPhase 3
Therapy for sexual or gender-minority adults and a rejecting parent
This study tests a therapy program tailored for sexual and gender-minority adults who are dealing with strong rejection from a parent. It also involves that parent in sessions to help improve support and reduce anxiety or depression.
New York, New YorkAges 20 years+ - NCT05574127Recruiting
Brief behavioral therapy for depression in older cancer survivors
This study tests a brief behavioral activation program to help older cancer survivors with depression. It involves 10 sessions (or a shorter version) to improve mood and quality of life.
New York, New YorkAges 65 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 - NCT05509166Recruiting
Therapy for sexual-minority women dealing with anxiety or depression and drinking
This trial tests a type of supportive psychotherapy to help sexual-minority women improve mental well-being and reduce drinking. It may help if you’re experiencing depression or anxiety and have been drinking heavily, and you’re not already in certain kinds of treatment.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT05398484RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Psilocybin therapy for advanced cancer-related anxiety
This trial studies whether psilocybin (with support and therapy) can reduce anxiety in people with advanced cancer. It may help with distress and quality of life, while the study team monitors safety closely.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 21–100 - NCT05284513Enrolling by invitation
Care team study for families with high cholesterol
This study tests a “reach everyone” approach in primary care clinics to improve care for people with familial hypercholesterolemia (families with very high cholesterol). It may help families get recognized sooner and get the right follow-up.
Multiple Locations, PennsylvaniaAges 26 years+ - NCT05142605Recruiting
Grief therapy for parents who lost a child to cancer
This study compares different grief-therapy approaches for parents (and their support people) after they lose a child diagnosed with cancer. It may help if your grief feels especially intense and long-lasting, and you are willing to take part in English telehealth sessions.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - 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 - 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+ - 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+ - 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
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for psychotherapy?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 141 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.