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
- NCT07185451Recruiting
Brain stimulation for teens with depression
This trial tests if a gentle electrical brain stimulation called tACS can help teens with depression who are already on stable medication. The treatment is added to their usual medication to see if it improves mood.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 12–18 - NCT07189715Recruiting
Testing a new memory technique for anxiety
This trial tests a technique called imagery rescripting, which helps change how you remember upsetting memories from childhood. A computer program may help make this more effective. This could help people with high anxiety who remember their parents being critical.
Poznan, WielkopolskaAges 18–35 - NCT07192094Recruiting
Mindfulness program for Hispanic young adults who drink heavily
This study tests a mindfulness-based program to help Hispanic young adults ages 18–25 who drink heavily reduce their alcohol use. You may be able to join if you are an FIU student and have had at least 2 heavy drinking episodes in the past month.
Miami, FloridaAges 18–25 - NCT07188623Recruiting
Virtual reality therapy for older adults with depression
This study tests if a virtual reality program can help older adults with depression become more active and feel better. You would use a VR headset at home to practice activities that improve your mood.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 65 years+ - NCT07186309Recruiting
At-home test for postpartum depression study
This trial is testing a way to screen for postpartum depression from the comfort of your home. You would take a test during pregnancy to see if it can help find women who may be at risk.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07192783Recruiting
Lavender inhalation for anxiety, sleep, and blood pressure
This study tests whether inhaling lavender aroma can help lower anxiety, improve sleep, and reduce blood pressure in people with high blood pressure. It is a simple, non-drug approach that you can try at home.
Ardahan, ArdahanAges Any age - NCT07188870Recruiting
Autistic traits and feeding difficulties in young children
This study looks at how autistic traits relate to feeding problems in children aged 1.5 to 6 years. It invites both children with autism, those showing signs, and typically developing kids to help understand these connections.
BudapestAges 1.5 years–6 years - NCT07186023Recruiting
Mindfulness or brain stimulation for older adults in Taiwan
This study compares two approaches—mindfulness training or brain stimulation—to see which helps older adults in Taiwan feel better. If you qualify, you would join either the mindfulness group or the brain stimulation group.
New Taipei CityAges 55 years+ - NCT07188597Recruiting
Therapy to help prevent first episode of psychosis
This trial tests a culturally adapted talking therapy to help young people who are at risk of having their first episode of psychosis. If you are between 16 and 35, have some early warning signs but no history of psychosis, this study might be a good fit.
Karachi, SindhAges 16–35 - NCT06946940RecruitingPhase 2
Cannabis oil for fibromyalgia pain
This trial tests whether cannabis oil can help people with fibromyalgia who still have pain despite trying other treatments. Participants will receive cannabis oil, and researchers will look for biological markers that predict who responds best.
HaifaAges 30 years+ - NCT05531734Recruiting
Study of attention changes during shift work fatigue
This study uses special brain recording to see how fatigue from demanding hospital shifts affects attention in healthy adults. You might help researchers understand fatigue risk and how attention changes during emergency or intensive care work.
GarchesAges 18 years+ - NCT06108583Recruiting
Psychological program for children with autism and feeding problems
This study tests a psychological program to help children with autism who have serious feeding difficulties. The goal is to make mealtimes easier and less stressful for the whole family.
Esplugues de Llobregat, BarcelonaAges 3–8 - NCT06721936Recruiting
Study for menopause symptoms after breast cancer
This trial tests a treatment for menopause-like vaginal symptoms that can happen after breast cancer treatment. It aims to help survivors feel more comfortable.
MadridAges 38 years+ - NCT06947369Recruiting
Support for First-Time Moms with Childbirth Fears
This study offers special education sessions for first-time pregnant women who have significant fears about childbirth. The goal is to help you feel more prepared, less scared, and more confident about becoming a mother.
Kilis, MerkezAges Any age - NCT06667674Recruiting
Online therapy for prolonged grief in Sweden
This study tests an internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy program for people with prolonged grief disorder. It aims to help those who have lost a loved one at least six months ago and are still struggling with intense grief.
UppsalaAges 18 years+ - NCT07183748RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin microdosing plus therapy for hard-to-treat depression
This trial tests whether taking very small, repeated doses of psilocybin (a substance found in magic mushrooms) along with talk therapy can help people with depression that hasn't gotten better with other treatments. You'll need to stop your current depression medications and avoid drugs or alcohol for the study period.
BeershebaAges 18–65 - NCT07180342Recruiting
Nature outings for depression recovery
This study tests whether nature-based group trips can help people with major depression feel better. You would visit parks and do outdoor activities while researchers measure changes in mood and daily function.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–59 - NCT06105853Recruiting
Stress and brain activity in alcohol use disorder
This study looks at how people with alcohol use disorder respond to stress and what happens in the brain. You'll use a smartphone and may have an MRI scan to understand your stress responses.
Mannheim, Baden-WurttembergAges 18–65 - NCT06687278Recruiting
Talk therapy for women who experienced partner violence
This study tests a type of talk therapy (interpersonal relationship psychotherapy) to help women who have been harmed by a partner. The goal is to improve mental health and well-being.
IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT06598163Recruiting
Cognitive training app for mild memory problems
This trial tests a mobile app called Five Lives MED to see if it can improve thinking and memory in people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). You can join if you have MCI and are 50 or older.
Paris, Île-de-France RegionAges 50 years+ - NCT06781593Recruiting
Light therapy and CPAP for depression with sleep apnea
This study tests if adding bright light therapy to standard CPAP treatment helps improve mood in people who have both depression and sleep apnea. You may benefit if your depression and sleep apnea are both being treated.
Bron, FranceAges 18 years+ - NCT07175025Recruiting
PTSD treatment for pregnant and new mothers
This study tests a new therapy to help pregnant women and new mothers with PTSD. The goal is to see if the therapy improves mental health after trauma.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18–50 - NCT07176767Recruiting
Sleep study on insomnia and mask use in kids
This study looks at how insomnia affects how well children and teenagers use their breathing mask (PAP therapy) for sleep apnea. It aims to find ways to help kids stick with their treatment.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 8–18 - NCT07174947RecruitingPhase 2
Fluoxetine plus immunotherapy for advanced liver cancer with depression
This study tests whether adding the antidepressant fluoxetine (Prozac) to standard immunotherapy can help treat advanced liver or bile duct cancer in people who also have depression or anxiety. You must not have received any prior cancer treatment and be ready to start immunotherapy as your first therapy.
Wenzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–80
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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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.