Clinical trials
Self-Compassion clinical trials
Below are recruiting self-compassion clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 24 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06409975Recruiting
Self-compassion program for transgender and nonbinary young adults
This study tests an online self-compassion program designed for transgender and nonbinary young adults ages 18–29. It aims to see if the program is easy to use and helpful for reducing stress and improving emotional well-being.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18–29 - NCT06538597Recruiting
Online self-compassion training for medical students
This trial tests if an online mindfulness and self-compassion course can help first- and second-year medical students at the University of Toronto. It aims to see if the program is feasible and helpful for managing stress.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07187557Enrolling by invitation
Self-Compassion Birth Preparation Program for Pregnant Women
This study tests a birth preparation program that focuses on self-compassion (being kind to yourself during pregnancy). It aims to help pregnant women feel more prepared and less anxious about childbirth.
Ordu, OrduAges 18 years+ - NCT07551882RecruitingPhase 2
Oxytocin and self-compassion training for borderline personality disorder
This study tests whether oxytocin (a hormone given as a nasal spray) combined with training in self-compassion can help people with borderline personality disorder, especially those who are very self-critical. You would receive the oxytocin spray and participate in self-compassion training sessions over several weeks.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 18–50 - NCT07513220Recruiting
Mindful Self-Compassion Training for Teenagers
This study tests whether learning self-compassion through mindfulness helps teenagers feel better emotionally. You'd join online group sessions for 4 weeks and answer questions about how you're feeling.
Malden, MassachusettsAges 14–19 - NCT05671419Recruiting
Mindful self-compassion training for anxiety and depression
This study tests whether a structured “mindful self-compassion” program can reduce symptoms of anxiety disorders or depression. It’s meant to help by improving how you relate to yourself during difficult thoughts and feelings.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18–75 - NCT07488351Recruiting
Self-kindness and confidence in Parkinson's: symptoms, function, quality of life
This study looks at how self-compassion and self-belief affect symptoms, daily function, and quality of life in people with Parkinson's disease. It aims to help researchers understand how emotional well-being relates to physical health.
Istanbul, TurkeyAges 40–85 - NCT06398093Recruiting
Self-compassion tool kit for type 2 diabetes distress
This study tests a self-compassion tool kit designed to help people with type 2 diabetes feel less stressed and more in control of their condition. If you have type 2 diabetes and are feeling some distress about it, this program may offer practical support to improve your daily life.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06673407Recruiting
Group workshops for social anxiety in CU undergraduates
This study tests a group workshop program for undergraduates at CU Boulder who feel anxious in social situations or when speaking in public. The workshops are designed to help you face your fears step by step, with support from others.
Boulder, ColoradoAges 18–30 - NCT07028216Recruiting
Mindful Self-Compassion for Anxiety and Depression
This study tests whether a program called Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) can help people with anxiety or depression who tend to be hard on themselves. You will be assigned to learn MSC either in a group class or online.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18–65 - NCT07051005Recruiting
Online self-compassion study for diabetes distress
This trial tests a tailored online program to help people with diabetes manage distress through self-compassion skills. It's designed for those whose diabetes team feels they could use extra mental health support.
Bangor, WalesAges 18–99 - NCT07585838Enrolling by invitation
Hope-Focused Counseling During Cancer Radiation Treatment
This study tests whether motivational interviews—supportive conversations focused on hope and positive thinking—help cancer patients cope better while receiving radiation therapy. The goal is to improve emotional well-being and treatment outcomes for newly diagnosed patients.
Bartın, BartınAges 18–65 - NCT06988995Recruiting
Compassion support study for LVAD patients and caregivers
This study tests a compassion-based support program for people with a left ventricular assist device (LVAD) and their family caregivers. It aims to improve emotional well-being and reduce distress.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18–80 - NCT06959992Recruiting
Resilience in transgender and nonbinary people in the metaverse
This study explores how transgender and nonbinary people handle social challenges and build resilience in virtual worlds (the metaverse). It aims to understand the impact of online experiences and may help develop better support programs.
Bucharest, BucharestAges 18–35 - NCT06960668Recruiting
Nature for Body Image
This study looks at whether spending time in nature can help improve how young women feel about their bodies. If you are a woman between 18 and 35 and do not have a diagnosed body image disorder, you may be able to join.
Padova, ItalyAges 18–35 - NCT06937606Enrolling by invitation
Reducing caregiver fatigue in cancer support group leaders
This study tests whether a mindfulness program can reduce stress and fatigue for group leaders who run support groups for women with cancer. If you lead such a group, you may benefit from learning ways to take better care of yourself.
Würzburg, BavariaAges 18 years+ - NCT06632366Recruiting
Self-compassion training for women with sexual dysfunction after childbirth
This study tests whether a self-compassion training program can improve sexual quality of life and marital adjustment in women who have sexual dysfunction and are 2-6 months after giving birth. It aims to help women feel better about themselves and their relationships.
GaziantepAges Any age - NCT07195019Recruiting
Women's Wellbeing Study for survivors of violence
This study tests whether a specially-designed yoga program can help women who have experienced interpersonal violence feel better. You would participate in yoga sessions and assessments to see if it reduces distress.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18–65 - NCT04585685Recruiting
Healthy recovery program for PTSD after sexual trauma
This study looks at how to help people recover from PTSD symptoms after sexual trauma, including feeling mentally “contaminated.” You may be eligible if you currently meet criteria for PTSD and report these contamination feelings, and you can avoid starting other trauma treatments during the study.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18 years+ - NCT04821544Recruiting
Study of stress in new mothers and how it affects breastmilk
This study looks at how stress in new mothers may change their breastmilk and how that relates to newborn health outcomes. It is specifically recruiting mothers with babies in certain NICUs.
Coeur d'Alene, IdahoAges 18–50 - NCT06497868Recruiting
Self-compassion and bipolar disorder
This study looks at how self-compassion (being kind to yourself) relates to bipolar disorder. If you have bipolar disorder and have been treated outside a hospital in recent years, you may be able to help by allowing researchers to review your medical records.
Strasbourg, Les Hôpitaux Universitaires de StrasbourgAges 18 years+ - NCT06813495Recruiting
ACT for injury prevention in nurses and aides
This study tests a program called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help nurses and nursing aides prevent injuries at work. If you work in a long-term care facility in specific areas of the US or Thailand, you may be able to join.
Bowling Green, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07542769Recruiting
Mindfulness Training Choice for Pediatric Residents
This study helps pediatric doctors-in-training learn mindfulness (a stress-relief technique) while letting them choose how they learn it. Researchers want to see if giving residents control over their learning makes mindfulness more helpful for managing work stress.
Chicago, IllinoisAges Any age - 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
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for self-compassion?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 24 recruiting self-compassion 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 self-compassion 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 self-compassion 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.