Clinical trials
Stress Disorders, Traumatic clinical trials
Below are recruiting stress disorders, traumatic clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 276 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06215313Enrolling by invitation
Comparing two therapies for trauma memories
This study compares two types of therapy—EMDR and imagery rescripting—to help people who have upsetting memories or nightmares from past events. It's for people with depression or PTSD, and you'll need to come to therapy twice a week.
Eindhoven, North BrabantAges 18–70 - NCT06088303Recruiting
Improving PTSD treatment through better communication
This study tests if improving how you talk with your doctor can make PTSD treatment work better. You can join if you have PTSD and have been on stable medications for at least 4 weeks.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - 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+ - NCT06000475Recruiting
Memory boosting therapy for PTSD in veterans
This trial is testing a type of therapy called Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for PTSD, along with memory exercises to help enhance the therapy's effects. It is for veterans who have PTSD and want to see if adding memory training can improve their treatment.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 60 years+ - NCT05497115Recruiting
Care model to improve access to mental health after trauma
This trial tests a practical care plan to help people get mental health support after a traumatic injury, especially if screening suggests risk for PTSD or depression. It may help you connect faster to the right kind of treatment after your injury.
Washington, VirginiaAges 16 years+ - NCT02560805RecruitingPhase 2
Study drugs that affect stress nerves and blood pressure in PTSD
This Phase 2 study looks at how stress-related nerve activity and a hormone called angiotensin II may be involved in PTSD, and how specific blood-pressure-related medicines affect the body. You may be eligible if you are a PTSD patient (or a matched control without PTSD) and meet safety criteria.
Decatur, GeorgiaAges 18–65 - NCT07573488Recruiting
Sleep, Stress, and Migraine: Observation and Training Study
This study explores how sleep and stress affect migraine headaches and tests whether improving sleep habits can help reduce migraines. You'll be observed and taught strategies over several months while researchers track your headaches and sleep patterns.
ZurichAges 18–65 - NCT06641115Recruiting
Integrated treatment for opioid use disorder and PTSD
This study tests a combined therapy for people with both opioid use disorder and PTSD. It aims to help you manage both conditions together, rather than treating them separately.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 18–70 - NCT07865052Recruiting
Psychological support before complex stomach or intestinal surgery
This study tests whether a psychological program before major abdominal surgery can help reduce distress and improve recovery. Participants will receive extra mental health support to prepare for their operation.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07055633Recruiting
Improving cognitive rehab for veterans with concussion and PTSD
This trial tests a program to help veterans with memory, attention, or thinking problems after a mild concussion (mTBI) and with PTSD. It also looks at depression and sleep issues. The goal is to improve thinking and daily life.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06210711Recruiting
Prolonged exposure therapy for trauma injury patients
This study tests if prolonged exposure therapy can help people who were injured in a trauma and admitted to a Level I trauma center. It aims to reduce the psychological impact of the traumatic event, such as PTSD symptoms.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT07227987Recruiting
Cognitive rehab for anger in Veterans with TBI and PTSD
This study tests a cognitive rehabilitation program to help Veterans with TBI and PTSD manage anger. You and a trusted support person will participate together to learn skills to reduce anger and improve thinking.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT05466851Recruiting
Study testing anxiety and depression biology and therapy markers
This study looks at “biopsychosocial markers” (biological, psychological, and social signs) in people with major depression and/or anxiety. It aims to understand what changes with treatment and how those changes connect to symptoms like anxiety and depression.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT02757339Enrolling by invitation
Study of brain differences in dissociation after abuse
This study looks at brain activity and biology in women who have PTSD or dissociative identity disorder (DID) with a history of childhood abuse or neglect. It may help researchers understand what causes “traumatic dissociation” and how it develops.
Belmont, MassachusettsAges 18–89 - NCT07313280Enrolling by invitation
PTSD and chronic pain therapy study for women
This study looks at how a psychological program can help women with chronic pain conditions linked to central sensitization (where the nervous system stays on high alert) and PTSD. It aims to reduce pain and stress symptoms.
Málaga, MálagaAges 18–65 - NCT06690151Recruiting
Babies with heart defects and development support
This study looks at how a serious heart condition before birth may affect a baby's brain development. It follows babies and their parents to better understand and support these children as they grow.
Nantes, Loire AtlantiqueAges Any age - NCT07710417RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Float therapy for healthcare workers with PTSD
This study tests whether floating in a shallow pool of water can help reduce PTSD and stress-related symptoms in first responders and emergency medical personnel. If you're a healthcare worker struggling with work-related trauma, this floating therapy might offer relief.
Tulsa, OklahomaAges 18–64 - NCT05734547Recruiting
Support for children after trauma through parent-and-child sessions
This trial offers a structured program for children who have ongoing trauma symptoms after a scary or harmful event, with work involving both the child and a parent/caregiver. It aims to reduce post-trauma stress symptoms and help the child feel safe again.
AskerAges 7–12 - NCT06944262Recruiting
Cancer-related stress study for patients and caregivers
This study looks at stress after a cancer diagnosis and asks patients and caregivers what kind of support they want. It may help improve care for people coping with cancer.
Lille, NordAges 18 years+ - NCT07771530RecruitingPhase 2
Medication or dog therapy for PTSD symptoms
This study tests whether a combination of two medications (reboxetine and Ritalin) is more effective than dog-assisted therapy for reducing PTSD symptoms. Participation involves either taking the medications or attending dog therapy sessions.
HaifaAges 18–70 - NCT07402681Recruiting
Tracking change in teens after trauma with weekly therapy
This study tests a type of talk therapy (TF-CBT) for teens who have been through trauma and still have upsetting symptoms like nightmares, flashbacks, or strong anxiety. It focuses on tracking how symptoms change over time and offers weekly sessions with a supportive adult.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 12–18 - NCT07250061Recruiting
Self-help PTSD program for women veterans
This study tests a self-guided program to help women veterans with PTSD. You would work through coping skills on your own, with support from a group of other women veterans.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT07176273Recruiting
Personalized PTSD Treatment for Veterans
This trial helps veterans with PTSD choose between two proven talk therapies—Prolonged Exposure (PE) or Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)—and uses a smartphone app to support their treatment. The goal is to see which approach works best for each person.
Augusta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07033741Recruiting
EMDR therapy for depression symptoms study
This trial studies whether EMDR therapy helps reduce depressive symptoms and what factors predict improvement. It is open to patients with anxiety, depression, PTSD, or dissociation symptoms.
Turin, TurinAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for stress disorders, traumatic?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 276 recruiting stress disorders, traumatic 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 stress disorders, traumatic 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 stress disorders, traumatic 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.