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
- NCT06413849Recruiting
Phone coaching with a picture-story book for dementia caregivers
This study tests if talking with a coach by phone and reading a story-based book can help family caregivers of people with dementia feel better. You'll get a free book and weekly coaching calls to help manage your mood.
Hong Kong SARAges 18 years+ - NCT06275035RecruitingPhase 3
Memantine for memory protection during brain radiation
This trial tests whether a medicine called memantine can help protect memory and thinking skills in people getting radiation to the brain and spine. If you qualify, you would receive memantine or a placebo during your treatment.
Mumbai, MaharashtraAges 5–39 - NCT06193161Recruiting
Prolonged Exposure Therapy for PTSD in Immigrants
This trial tests prolonged exposure therapy for immigrants in Sweden who have PTSD. You will receive this online therapy to see if it helps reduce trauma symptoms.
SolnaAges 18 years+ - NCT06779149Recruiting
Comparing therapy and medication for chronic insomnia
This trial compares two treatments for chronic insomnia: cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT-I) and a medication called lemborexant. It aims to find which works better for different types of insomnia. You may qualify if you have ongoing trouble sleeping and are not taking other sleep aids.
Québec, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT06851156Recruiting
Brain stimulation for disorders of consciousness after severe injury
This trial tests a new type of brain stimulation called transcranial temporal interference stimulation to see if it can help people with severe brain injury who are in a vegetative or minimally conscious state. It uses gentle electrical currents to try to improve awareness and recovery.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 18–65 - NCT06913738Recruiting
Extended therapy for borderline personality disorder
This study tests a longer version of a therapy called Good Psychiatric Management for people with borderline personality disorder (BPD). It aims to see if the extended program helps symptoms more than usual care.
BayonneAges 18 years+ - NCT06918873Recruiting
Birth control and quality of life
This study looks at how different types of birth control pills (combined hormonal contraceptives) affect your quality of life. It aims to help women find the option that works best for them.
Pavia, PaviaAges 18–40 - NCT06918899Recruiting
Study on complex PTSD in trauma-exposed children
This study looks at complex PTSD in children and teens (ages 7 to 18) who have been through at least one traumatic event. It aims to better understand what factors are related to this condition.
Istanbul, FatihAges 7–18 - NCT05460143Recruiting
Optical brain scanning to study memory and thinking
This study uses brain “optical” and possibly MRI scans to understand how thinking and memory work in people with Lewy body dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, or mild memory problems. It may help researchers find better ways to measure brain changes and cognition over time.
CambridgeAges 18 years+ - NCT06035705Recruiting
Patient needs in hospital care
This study looks at how nurses assess how sick their patients are. It aims to improve care in medical wards.
GävleAges Any age - NCT06902181Recruiting
Inhaling an essential oil for mild memory loss
This trial tests whether inhaling a special essential oil (CXMCI-01) can help people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) — a condition where you have more memory problems than normal for your age. The study aims to see if the oil is safe and might improve memory and thinking.
TaichungAges 50 years+ - NCT06922721Recruiting
Addiction, trauma, and immigration study for young adults
This study looks at how addiction, trauma, and immigration affect young adults living in housing centers. It aims to better understand their needs and how to help them.
Jarville-la-MalgrangeAges 18–25 - NCT04900064Recruiting
Self-help CBT added to primary care behavioral health
This trial studies whether adding a Swedish self-help version of “CBT” (a structured talking-therapy approach) improves care for adults getting behavioral health support in primary care. It may help people who want support for mental health without needing fully guided therapy sessions.
Varberg, Halland CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT05407623Recruiting
Behavior game program for Swedish elementary classrooms
This trial tests whether a structured “good behavior game” helps improve the classroom environment in Swedish elementary schools. It targets regular classes in early grades and is delivered by participating teachers, with the school supporting measurements and parent communication.
StockholmAges 6–10 - NCT05591027RecruitingPhase 1
Testing Centella asiatica for memory problems in older adults
This Phase 1 study tests whether Centella asiatica (a plant-based supplement) is safe and reaches its intended target in people with mild cognitive impairment or early Alzheimer’s disease. It also checks how it affects memory-related brain measures like MRI scans, which is why multiple scans are required.
Portland, OregonAges 60–85 - NCT06250842Recruiting
Benzodiazepine impact on brain function study
This study uses brain scans to understand how long-term benzodiazepine use affects thinking and memory. It compares people who have taken benzodiazepines for at least 3 months with those who have not.
Dalian, LiaoningAges 18–80 - NCT06923553Recruiting
Coaching caregivers of young autistic children
This study tests a coaching program that helps caregivers of young children with autism or developmental delays learn natural and effective ways to support their child's development. Caregivers will receive training and guidance from a behavior analyst.
Austin, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06010511Recruiting
White matter changes and brain fluid study in older adults
This study uses special MRI scans to look at white matter changes in the brain (often linked to memory problems). It may help doctors understand more about these changes in older adults visiting memory or geriatric clinics.
LeidenAges 65 years+ - NCT06924008Recruiting
Eye contact therapy for adults with autism
This study tests a new program to help adults with autism feel more comfortable using eye contact. It is for people who are already getting treatment at a specialized autism center in the Netherlands.
Deventer, OverijsselAges 18–65 - NCT07208344RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Umbilical cord blood infusion for Alzheimer's disease
This early-phase study tests whether infusing donated umbilical cord blood (a source of young immune cells) can help slow Alzheimer's disease. It is for people aged 50–75 with mild to moderate Alzheimer's who have a caregiver and are otherwise generally healthy.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 50–75 - NCT07204249RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a diabetes drug to help stop meth use
This study tests whether a medication called 'Glutide' (a GLP-1 agonist, similar to drugs used for diabetes) can help people who want to stop or cut down on methamphetamine. It's for those with moderate to severe meth use disorder who have used meth on at least 15 of the past 30 days.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07203469Recruiting
Nature and activity groups for neurodivergent children
This trial explores whether group activities in nature can help neurodivergent children and youth feel better. It is part of a PhD project, with different phases for different groups.
Kristiansand, AgderAges 5–18 - NCT07210255Recruiting
SAINT TMS for postpartum depression
This trial tests a special type of TMS (brain stimulation) called SAINT for severe depression that started around childbirth. It may help new mothers who are still within a year postpartum and have not found relief from other treatments.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18–45 - NCT07207122Recruiting
Focused ultrasound for Parkinson's cognitive symptoms
This trial tests whether a non-invasive ultrasound treatment, called transcranial focused ultrasound stimulation (tFUS), can improve movement and thinking in people with Parkinson's disease. It may be an option for those whose symptoms are not well controlled by medication alone.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 22–80
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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