Psychiatry
Mental health clinical trials
Depression, anxiety, and other mental-health and behavioral conditions. We’re tracking 7,764 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable6,413
- Phase 2492
- Phase 1247
- Phase 3239
- Phase 4212
- Phase 1/Phase 294
- Phase 2/Phase 367
Top conditions
- Anxiety388
- Depression381
- Alzheimer Disease338
- Autism Spectrum Disorder240
- Dementia226
- Mild Cognitive Impairment195
- Schizophrenia184
- Major Depressive Disorder173
- Insomnia159
- Cognitive Impairment150
- Alcohol Use Disorder142
- Opioid Use Disorder140
- Stress117
- PTSD105
- Mental Health98
- Autism94
- Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)88
- Suicidal Ideation87
Leading sponsors
- VA Office of Research and Development105
- Yale University86
- Massachusetts General Hospital77
- Stanford University68
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris64
- Johns Hopkins University61
- University of California, Los Angeles58
- The University of Hong Kong51
- University of Pennsylvania51
- Karolinska Institutet50
Where studies are running
- California517
- Massachusetts266
- New York254
- Texas209
- Maryland175
- Pennsylvania169
- Florida147
- Alabama118
- Arizona109
- Illinois103
Recruiting studies7,764 total
- NCT06815809Recruiting
Floor training to reduce fear of falling
This study tests a simple program where you learn to safely get down to and up from the floor to help manage fear of falling. It is for healthy adults who want to feel more confident handling a fall.
Karlstad, Värmland CountyAges 18–64 - NCT06802939Recruiting
Personalized brain stimulation for voices in schizophrenia
This trial tests a targeted brain stimulation method (rTMS) using brain imaging to treat persistent auditory hallucinations that haven't improved with medication. It may help people with schizophrenia who continue to hear voices despite trying multiple antipsychotics.
ShanghaiAges 13–55 - NCT06784830Recruiting
Nursing care for Alzheimer's patients during PET/CT scans
This trial tests a special nursing care plan for Alzheimer's patients during PET/CT brain scans. The goal is to make the imaging experience more comfortable and safe for people with memory loss.
Chengdu, SichuanAges Any age - NCT06818409Recruiting
Blood test to predict confusion after hip fracture surgery
This study looks at a simple blood test called CALLY (CRP-Albumin-Lymphocyte) to see if it can predict which older adults might become confused after hip fracture surgery. The goal is to identify those at risk early so doctors can take steps to prevent or manage delirium.
Ankara, KeçiörenAges 65 years+ - NCT06826937Recruiting
Short-term recall therapy for severe PTSD
This study tests a new therapy that uses short-term recall and reprocessing to help people with severe PTSD. It may help you if you have strong PTSD symptoms and are not currently in crisis or have certain other mental health conditions.
BeershebaAges 18–70 - NCT05771844Recruiting
Home sleep treatment for older adults with memory changes
This study tests whether a home sleep therapy program can improve symptoms in older adults who have amnestic mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or help compare to people without MCI. It may be useful if your main issue is memory or thinking changes and you also have sleep problems.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 40–85 - NCT05985850RecruitingPhase 2
Can cannabis help with opioid addiction treatment?
This trial tests if adding a specific cannabis product to standard methadone treatment helps people with opioid use disorder. It's for adults over 25 who recently started methadone and have used cannabis before.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 25 years+ - NCT06164314Recruiting
Calming medicine during brain tumor surgery
This trial tests if a calming medicine (dexmedetomidine) given during and after brain tumor surgery can help prevent confusion or delirium afterwards.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT06767137Recruiting
Comparing two therapies for insomnia
This study compares two types of talk therapy — BRT (a brief version) and CBT-I (the standard approach) — to see which works better for people with insomnia. You would attend sessions and learn techniques to improve your sleep.
Bern, Canton of BernAges 18–80 - NCT06712940Recruiting
Hospital support program for firearm violence survivors
This study tests a hospital-based program to help young people aged 16-24 recover after a violent injury like a gunshot, stab wound, or assault. The program is designed to provide support in a private setting.
New Orleans, LouisianaAges 16–24 - NCT07391540Recruiting
Internet therapy for financial stress
This trial tests an internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (ICBT) program for people feeling mild to moderate psychological symptoms because of money worries. It aims to see if online treatment can help reduce these symptoms.
Linköping, Östergötland CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT07396675Recruiting
Operating room debriefing study for team effectiveness
This trial studies whether having structured team debriefings with the help of an Operating Room Black Box improves how well healthcare professionals work together and feel safe speaking up. It is for OR team members at three hospitals.
CopenhagenAges 18 years+ - NCT06817863RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Mobile app for binge eating and weight loss
This study tests a self-guided mobile app (iPhone or Android) to help adults with binge eating and obesity. It aims to see if the app can reduce binge eating episodes and support weight management.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–70 - NCT07389473Recruiting
Studying eye movements in long-term psychiatric medication use (Gaize device)
This trial uses a special device (Gaize) to track how your eyes move while you take psychiatric medication. It aims to see how long-term medication affects eye patterns, which could help doctors better understand treatment responses.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–65 - NCT06828926Recruiting
Tai Chi study for older adults with memory concerns
This study tests whether tai chi can improve thinking, memory, and overall well-being in older adults who have mild memory problems (Mild Cognitive Impairment) or are healthy. It looks at how tai chi affects the brain and daily life.
Athens, OhioAges 60 years+ - NCT07396220Enrolling by invitation
Psychotherapy with esketamine nasal spray for suicidal thoughts
This study tests combining a specific type of therapy (BCBT-SP) with esketamine nasal spray to help people with treatment-resistant depression who are having ongoing suicidal thoughts. The goal is to see if this combination can reduce suicidal ideation more effectively than either treatment alone.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT07397975Recruiting
Using speech to predict relapse in psychosis
This study uses speech recordings from a smartphone app to see if changes in the way you talk can predict when someone might have a relapse of psychosis. It is for people who are currently stable or for healthy volunteers to compare.
KlecanyAges 18–65 - NCT07397429Recruiting
Group therapy to reduce anxiety using I-Reconstruction method
This trial tests a group psychotherapy method called 'I-Reconstruction' designed to lower anxiety. You may be eligible if you have moderate to high anxiety, specific trauma-related scores, and are not taking psychiatric medications.
Kyiv, Kyiv OblastAges 18–55 - NCT07393152Recruiting
Quality of life study for children with autism
This study tests tools to help families and doctors make better decisions together and improve care for children with autism. It focuses on children under 12 who are part of a regional autism network.
Bosisio Parini, (LC)Ages birth–11 years - NCT07395206Recruiting
Kiso Mind App for schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder
This study tests the Kiso Mind app, a smartphone app designed to help people with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder manage their symptoms. It looks at whether the app is easy to use and helpful for daily life.
Berlin, State of BerlinAges 18–65 - NCT07392177RecruitingPhase 2
Understanding the brain's role in insomnia
This trial tests whether a part of the brain called the locus coeruleus is involved in insomnia. It involves sleep questionnaires and possibly brain imaging to understand your sleep problems better.
Macquarie Park, New South WalesAges 30–65 - NCT07393672RecruitingPhase 2
Cannabinoids for menopause symptoms
This trial tests if hemp-derived cannabinoids can help with menopause symptoms like hot flashes and sleep issues. It may be an option if you are between 40 and 60, no longer having monthly periods or starting the transition, and can use a smartphone for virtual visits.
Pullman, WashingtonAges 40–60 - NCT07393893Enrolling by invitation
Parent intervention trial for young children with autism
This trial tests a program to help parents support children with autism. It aims to improve child development and family well-being through parent training and guidance.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 1.5 years–6.5 years - NCT07390084Recruiting
How stress and social settings affect drinking decisions
This study looks at how stress and being with others might affect your decision to drink more alcohol. It helps researchers understand what influences drinking in social situations.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 21–50
Common questions
- How many mental health clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 7,764 recruiting psychiatry studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 12,350 we cover in this area in total.
- What does “Mental health” cover here?
- Depression, anxiety, and other mental-health and behavioral conditions. We group each study into mental health based on the conditions it studies, so you can scan the whole therapeutic area at once and drill into a specific condition.
- How do I find a mental health trial near me?
- Use the search to filter mental health studies by location and eligibility. Every Clin2 trial page explains the criteria in plain English and offers a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read — the study team makes the final decision.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov; specialty groupings are derived from each study’s conditions. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.