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
- NCT07060066Recruiting
TMS for depression in schizophrenia
This study tests whether a type of brain stimulation called TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) can help with depression in people who have schizophrenia. You would receive TMS sessions targeting areas of the brain linked to mood, and the goal is to see if this improves depression symptoms.
Houston, TexasAges 18–60 - NCT07062042Recruiting
Empowering narratives for Ukrainian refugees in Norway
This study tests a therapy program for Ukrainian refugees in Norway who have PTSD symptoms or have experienced trauma. It aims to help participants by exploring personal stories and coping strategies.
OsloAges 18 years+ - NCT07064733Recruiting
Music or Warm Foot Bath for Pregnancy Anxiety
This study tests whether listening to music or soaking your feet in warm water can help lower pregnancy-related anxiety, improve your blood pressure, and boost your quality of life. It's designed for women with a healthy, low-risk pregnancy.
EdirneAges 18–39 - NCT07057232Recruiting
Chronic insomnia treatment for non-cancer pain patients
This study is testing a treatment for chronic insomnia (trouble sleeping) in people who have long-term pain from non-cancer causes. Researchers want to see if improving sleep can help you manage your pain better.
Badalona, CataloniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07064343Recruiting
Anti-drug adventure program for young students
This study tests an adventure-based program to help prevent drug use among college students. Participants take part in outdoor activities designed to build resilience and avoid substance abuse.
Hong KongAges 18–35 - NCT07060170Recruiting
Can VR or AR glasses help kids feel less pain at the dentist?
This study tests if wearing fun glasses that show virtual or augmented reality can help children feel less pain and worry when getting a numbing shot for a cavity. It compares two types of high-tech glasses to see which works better.
Cairo, EgyptAges 5–8 - NCT07059364Recruiting
Empowering caregivers to help autistic children gain independence
This study helps caregivers learn how to support their autistic child (ages 10–17) with severe intellectual disability to become more independent in daily activities like chores and leisure tasks. It tests a program that gives you tools and coaching to promote your child's skills.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 10–17 - NCT07064590Recruiting
TMS for alcohol craving: a brain stimulation study
This study tests whether a gentle magnetic stimulation (TMS) to the front of the brain can help reduce alcohol cravings. It's designed for people with alcohol dependence who are not in severe withdrawal.
Frankfurt am Main, HesseAges 18–65 - NCT07058389Recruiting
Exercise in green spaces for schizophrenia symptoms
This study tests whether combining physical activity with being in green outdoor spaces can reduce the tough symptoms of schizophrenia, like feeling flat or unmotivated. It's designed for people whose negative symptoms are not going away.
Saint-Etienne, FranceAges 18–55 - NCT07064226Recruiting
Digital cognitive rehab for older adults
This trial tests a digital program designed to help improve cognitive skills in older adults with mild memory or thinking problems. The program may help strengthen attention, memory, and problem-solving abilities.
MilanAges 65 years+ - NCT07064915Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Financial help for parents during pregnancy
This study tests a program that combines medical care with financial support to see if it helps parents feel less stressed, improves pregnancy outcomes, and supports healthy baby development. If you are expecting a baby and get care at certain clinics, you may be able to join.
Harbor City, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07064551Recruiting
Combining medical and community support for depression
This study tests a new way of combining medical care with community support for middle-aged and older adults who have depression and are waiting for mental health services. The goal is to see if this team approach can help improve mood and well-being while you wait.
Hong KongAges 45 years+ - NCT07060144Recruiting
CPT therapy for PTSD during pregnancy
This trial tests if Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), a type of talk therapy, can help pregnant women with PTSD. It aims to reduce PTSD symptoms and improve well-being.
Austin, TexasAges 18–46 - NCT07060638RecruitingPhase 2
Combination therapy for severe alcoholic hepatitis
This trial tests a combination of treatments for people with severe alcohol-related liver disease (alcoholic hepatitis) that has not responded to standard care. The goal is to improve liver function and help you stop drinking.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18–70 - NCT07056894Recruiting
Cognitive training for substance use in early psychosis
This study tests a computer-based cognitive training program to help people with early psychosis reduce their alcohol and cannabis use. The program is designed to improve thinking skills and may make it easier to cut back on substance use.
St. John's, Newfoundland and LabradorAges 16–30 - NCT07059078Recruiting
Talk therapy with or without mindfulness for teen drinking
This study tests whether a brief talk therapy session, sometimes combined with mindfulness exercises, can help teens reduce alcohol use. It is designed for teens who get care at Johns Hopkins and already drink alcohol at least once a month.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 12–17 - NCT07056192Recruiting
How information affects anxiety during uroflowmetry
This trial studies whether giving verbal or written information before a uroflowmetry test (a simple urine flow test) affects your anxiety and satisfaction. You may join if you are having this test for the first time and can understand Urdu or English.
Karachi, SindhAges 18 years+ - NCT07059858Recruiting
Bladder, bowel, and quality of life in kids with intellectual disabilities
This study looks at how bladder and bowel function affect daily life and participation in children with intellectual disabilities compared to typically developing children. It may help families understand how these functions impact their child's quality of life.
BoluAges 5–12 - NCT07059013Recruiting
Chatbot program to support caregivers of children with autism
This trial tests a chatbot program designed to improve well-being for caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It may help you feel more supported and manage the unique challenges of caring for a school-aged child with ASD.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT07059871Recruiting
Silkworm powder for nutrition in Alzheimer's disease
This trial tests whether a dietary supplement made from silkworm pupa powder can improve nutrition in people with Alzheimer's disease. It looks at weight, nutrition risk, and daily living skills over time.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 50–90 - NCT07055217Recruiting
Mindfulness or brain training for teenagers stuck in negative thoughts
This trial tests two types of brain training—mindfulness and neurofeedback—to see if they can help teenagers and young adults who get stuck in repetitive negative thinking. Participants will do brain exercises while inside an MRI scanner and track their moods on a phone app.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 13–21 - NCT07060534Recruiting
Healthy eating and self-esteem program for KU students
This trial tests a program designed to help university students with bulimia or binge-eating disorder build healthier eating habits and improve self-esteem. It is a remote study that uses a smartphone app.
Lawrence, KansasAges 18–65 - NCT07064967Recruiting
Non-Helium MEG Brain Imaging for Autism
This study uses a special type of brain scan called magnetoencephalography (MEG) that doesn't need helium to work. They want to see if this scan can help understand brain activity in boys with autism. This research might lead to easier and cheaper ways to study the brain.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 6–12 - NCT07063914Recruiting
School-based suicide prevention programs for teens
This trial tests two different support programs for high school students who have been thinking about suicide. Depending on how severe your depression is, you will get one of two online programs to help reduce those thoughts and feel better.
Santiago, Las CondesAges 14–18
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.