Clinical trials · California
Schizophrenia Disorders clinical trials in California
We’re tracking 16 recruiting schizophrenia disorders studies with a site in California — including Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in California
- NCT06229210RecruitingPhase 3
Lumateperone safety study for children with schizophrenia, bipolar, or autism
This trial tests a medication called lumateperone for children and teens with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or autism spectrum disorder. It aims to see if the medicine is safe and tolerable over time.
Anaheim, CaliforniaAges 5–17 - NCT07010614Recruiting
Brain stimulation for memory in schizophrenia
This trial uses brain stimulation to target memory areas in people with schizophrenia or related conditions. It aims to see if this can help improve symptoms.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06376734RecruitingPhase 2
TMS for depression, anxiety, OCD, or schizophrenia
This study tests whether a brain stimulation technique called TMS can help people with depression, anxiety, OCD, or schizophrenia. It aims to find better ways to target the treatment for each person's specific needs.
Sunnyvale, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT05025605RecruitingPhase 1
Study medicine for agitation in youth with bipolar or schizophrenia
This Phase 1 trial tests whether BXCL501 is safe and can help reduce agitation in children and teens who have bipolar disorder or schizophrenia. You may be considered if your agitation is significant during screening, but certain recent medication and health factors can make you ineligible.
Anaheim, CaliforniaAges 10–17 - NCT05303064RecruitingPhase 3
Study of weight gain medicine for teens with certain mood or psychosis
This Phase 3 study tests a treatment aimed at reducing unhealthy weight gain in teens with schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder, using changes in BMI (a height-and-weight measure). It may help families who are concerned about weight changes that can happen with some psychiatric medicines.
Encino, CaliforniaAges 10–17 - NCT05890183Recruiting
Telehealth exercise and brain training after a first psychosis episode
This trial tests whether a combination of at-home (telehealth) aerobic exercise and computer-based cognitive training can improve thinking and day-to-day function after a first episode of schizophrenia-spectrum illness. It may help by strengthening attention and learning skills after the initial psychotic episode.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–45 - NCT07098169Recruiting
Testing a program to improve self-awareness for schizophrenia
This trial tests a program called iTEST that helps people with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder improve how accurately they understand their own thoughts. The program combines device use with feedback from a clinician or loved one to support better self-awareness.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06898879Recruiting
Working together to improve mental health care for veterans
This study is for veterans getting mental health support through VA programs. It tests a way to improve teamwork between veterans and their care teams to make the care better.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07177261Recruiting
Brain synchrony study for schizophrenia
This study looks at how brain activity syncs between people with schizophrenia and others. It aims to understand social interaction differences—potentially leading to better treatments.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07105111RecruitingPhase 4
Valbenazine for tardive dyskinesia after other treatment
This study tests if valbenazine helps adults with tardive dyskinesia whose symptoms continue even after taking or stopping another similar medication. Tardive dyskinesia involves uncontrollable movements from long-term use of certain mental health drugs.
Fountain Valley, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06138054Recruiting
Mobile Program for Veterans with Mental Illness and Homelessness History
This trial tests a smartphone-based program to help veterans with serious mental illness who have experienced homelessness feel more connected to their community. It aims to see if the mobile coaching can improve daily living skills and reduce feelings of isolation.
West Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT05208190RecruitingPhase 4
Clozapine to prevent violence in schizophrenia
This trial tests whether clozapine can reduce repeat violent behavior in people with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder. Participants are randomly assigned to clozapine or usual care to see which approach works better for preventing violence.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT04987229Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Kid’s long-term safety follow-up for OLZ and SAM treatment
This study checks how safe a kid’s ongoing treatment is over a longer period. It is mainly for children who already finished a related study and may benefit from continuing the same medicines.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 10–17 - NCT05945602Recruiting
Using brain signals to guide cognitive rehab in psychosis
This study looks at brain-wave or related “brain signal” measurements to better guide cognitive rehabilitation (thinking and memory skills). It may help people with long-term psychotic disorders, and it also may include healthy comparison volunteers to understand the signals.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT06969755RecruitingPhase 4
Brain scans and genetics to guide early schizophrenia treatment
This study tests whether using brain scans and genetic tests can help choose the best treatment for people early in their schizophrenia. It will check if these biomarkers can predict who will respond better to medication.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18–35 - NCT06586164Recruiting
Rehabilitation research for veterans with serious mental illness
This study is testing a new rehabilitation program for veterans with serious mental illness, like schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or PTSD. If you join, you will help researchers see if this program improves daily functioning and quality of life.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–83
Where these studies are running in California
Institutions with a site for the recruiting schizophrenia disorders studies listed above.
- University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) · 3 studies
- VA San Diego Healthcare System · 3 studies
- Alkermes Investigational Site · 2 studies
- University of California San Diego · 2 studies
- VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, West Los Angeles, CA · 2 studies
- Acacia Clinics
- Advanced Research Center (ARC), Inc.
- Adverum Clinical Site 215
What taking part in a schizophrenia disorders study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Schizophrenia Disorders trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there schizophrenia disorders clinical trials in California?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 16 recruiting schizophrenia disorders studies with a site in California, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a schizophrenia disorders study in California?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in California to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in California, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a schizophrenia disorders trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
Not the right time?
New schizophrenia disorders studies open in California regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.