Psychiatry
Mental health clinical trials
Depression, anxiety, and other mental-health and behavioral conditions. We’re tracking 7,770 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable6,416
- Phase 2492
- Phase 1248
- Phase 3239
- Phase 4212
- Phase 1/Phase 294
- Phase 2/Phase 369
Top conditions
- Anxiety388
- Depression381
- Alzheimer Disease338
- Autism Spectrum Disorder240
- Dementia226
- Mild Cognitive Impairment195
- Schizophrenia184
- Major Depressive Disorder173
- Insomnia159
- Cognitive Impairment150
- Alcohol Use Disorder144
- Opioid Use Disorder142
- Stress117
- PTSD105
- Mental Health98
- Autism94
- Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)88
- Suicidal Ideation88
Leading sponsors
- VA Office of Research and Development105
- Yale University87
- Massachusetts General Hospital77
- Stanford University68
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris64
- Johns Hopkins University61
- University of California, Los Angeles58
- University of Pennsylvania53
- The University of Hong Kong51
- Karolinska Institutet50
Where studies are running
- California517
- Massachusetts266
- New York256
- Texas209
- Maryland175
- Pennsylvania171
- Florida149
- Alabama118
- Arizona108
- Illinois104
Recruiting studies7,770 total
- NCT07239869RecruitingPhase 1
Robot-assisted activity program for dementia and caregivers
This trial tests a robot-assisted activity program designed to help people with mild-to-moderate dementia and their caregivers become more physically active. It aims to improve health and well-being for both.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT07242586Recruiting
Trauma therapy for people with psychosis and PTSD
This study tests a trauma-focused treatment for people who have both a psychotic disorder (like schizophrenia) and significant post-traumatic stress symptoms. If you are over 18, receive care from early intervention services, and have PTSD symptoms, this treatment may help you process traumatic experiences.
Copenhagen, DenmarkAges 18–35 - NCT07248254Recruiting
Effects of a therapy on motor skills and sleep in autistic children
This study tests if a therapy called DPPT helps improve motor skills and sleep in children with autism who also have sensory processing issues. It may be a good fit for children who struggle with movement and sleep.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 6–12 - NCT07246746Recruiting
Using an entertainment system during MRI for first-time anxiety
This study tests whether watching a movie or listening to music during a brain MRI can help people who feel anxious about the scan. It is for adults who are having their first brain MRI and feel nervous about it.
DijonAges 18 years+ - NCT07246356Recruiting
Online group therapy for birth trauma
This trial tests a structured online group therapy for people experiencing trauma symptoms related to childbirth. It aims to see if the therapy is feasible and helpful for those under a specific perinatal mental health service.
WolverhamptonAges 18–65 - NCT07245030Recruiting
Virtual reality vs show-do for dental anxiety in kids with hearing loss
This trial tests whether virtual reality or a show-do method works better to reduce dental anxiety in children who have moderate to severe hearing loss. If your child needs a dental cleaning, this could help make the visit less stressful.
Giza, Giza GovernorateAges 6–12 - NCT07245238RecruitingPhase 3
CBD lotion for itching in scleroderma
This trial tests if a CBD (cannabidiol) lotion can help reduce itching in people with scleroderma, a condition that often causes chronic itch. It compares the CBD lotion to a placebo (inactive lotion) to see if it works and is safe.
Khon KaenAges 18–70 - NCT07248735Recruiting
Hand therapy with or without robotic glove for children with CP
This study compares two types of hand therapy for children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy. One therapy uses only constraint-induced movement therapy (CIMT) to encourage use of the weaker hand, and the other adds a robotic glove to help with hand movements. The goal is to see which one works better for improving hand function.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 6–12 - NCT07240935Recruiting
A new needs assessment for teens and young adults with cancer
This study is testing a new questionnaire that helps find out what emotional and practical needs teens and young adults with cancer have. Your answers could help doctors better support people your age during treatment.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 15–25 - NCT07245186Enrolling by invitation
Healthy living program for kidney decline
This study tests a program to help people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) stay healthy through diet tracking and other proactive steps. It focuses on people whose kidney function has declined but who are not yet on dialysis.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–90 - NCT07244484Recruiting
Brain Training for Heart Health in Coronary Artery Disease with Anxiety
This trial tests a brain training technique (neurofeedback) to help people with coronary artery disease and anxiety. It aims to improve heart rate control by targeting a specific brain area.
Shenyang, LiaoningAges 18 years+ - NCT07242105Recruiting
Improving brain activity in depression
This study tests if a type of brain stimulation (TMS) can improve brain function in people with depression. It also includes a small group of epilepsy patients who are already having brain monitoring. The goal is to find new ways to treat depression by targeting specific brain areas.
Iowa City, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07247968RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Esketamine with ECT for severe depression in teens
This study tests whether adding a low dose of esketamine (a type of anesthesia) to modified electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) helps treat severe depression in teenagers. It aims to see if this combination works better and is safer than ECT alone.
ChongqingAges 13–17 - NCT07240233Enrolling by invitation
Music for dental anxiety in adults
This trial tests whether listening to music through headphones during dental treatment can help lower anxiety. If you get nervous at the dentist and are willing to wear headphones, this study may be a good fit.
AlmadaAges 18 years+ - NCT07247045Enrolling by invitation
App to help mental health providers improve supervision
This study tests an app called SuperAssist that helps mental health providers and their supervisors work better together. It may benefit providers and clients in recovery from mental health or substance use conditions.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07243990Recruiting
Monitoring brain activity to reduce post-anesthesia confusion in kids
This trial tests if using a brain monitor during anesthesia can help lessen agitation in children after surgery. If your child is 6-12, generally healthy, and having a non-emergency surgery, this might be relevant.
SakaryaAges 6–12 - NCT06089096Recruiting
Sleep apnea and memory in people with mild memory problems
This study looks at whether sleep apnea (pauses in breathing during sleep) is linked to thinking and memory in people who have mild memory problems. You will do a home sleep test and take memory tests to help researchers find this connection.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT06150352Recruiting
Sleep apnea and memory in older adults with mild concerns
This trial looks at how sleep apnea affects memory and brain health in people who have mild memory problems or are worried about their memory. You will have a sleep study and brain scans to see if treating sleep apnea could help protect your thinking skills.
Hong KongAges 50–80 - NCT06089850Recruiting
Emotional effects of stem cell donation on haploidentical donors
This study looks at the emotional and psychological impact on people who donate stem cells to a family member (a haploidentical donor). It aims to understand how the donation experience affects donors.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT06319885Recruiting
Text messaging to reduce high-risk alcohol use in older adults
This study uses text messages to help adults aged 55–80 who drink above recommended limits to reduce their alcohol intake. If you want to cut back but not necessarily quit completely, this program may be a good fit for you.
Odense, Southern DenmarkAges 55–80 - NCT06692530Recruiting
Virtual reality study for paranoid delusions in asylum seekers
This study uses virtual reality to help understand and treat paranoid delusions in asylum seekers who have a psychotic disorder. It may help improve care for people with similar experiences.
Balkbrug, OverijsselAges 18 years+ - NCT06485986Recruiting
Brain Networks in Parkinson's and DBS
This study uses a brain scan called MEG to look at how Parkinson's disease and impulse control disorders affect brain networks in people who have already had deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery. You will be asked to delay your morning medication so the researchers can study your brain without the effects of the drugs.
OxfordAges 18 years+ - NCT06745934Recruiting
Strengthening health and insight for new teachers
This study aims to help new teachers by checking in on their health and well-being. If you are a student in Block 3, you may be invited to take part.
Tuscaloosa, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06852209Recruiting
Brain training with neurofeedback after a stroke
This study tests a brain-training technique called neurofeedback to see if it can improve thinking skills after a stroke. If you have ongoing memory or attention problems despite recovery, this trial may help you train your brain using real-time feedback from your own brain activity.
BordeauxAges 18–75
Common questions
- How many mental health clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 7,770 recruiting psychiatry studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 12,391 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.