Psychiatry
Mental health clinical trials
Depression, anxiety, and other mental-health and behavioral conditions. We’re tracking 7,780 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable6,422
- Phase 2492
- Phase 1251
- Phase 3240
- Phase 4212
- Phase 1/Phase 294
- Phase 2/Phase 369
Top conditions
- Anxiety387
- Depression382
- Alzheimer Disease339
- Autism Spectrum Disorder240
- Dementia227
- Mild Cognitive Impairment198
- Schizophrenia184
- Major Depressive Disorder173
- Insomnia159
- Cognitive Impairment150
- Alcohol Use Disorder145
- Opioid Use Disorder142
- Stress117
- PTSD105
- Mental Health99
- Autism94
- Suicidal Ideation89
- Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)88
Leading sponsors
- VA Office of Research and Development105
- Yale University87
- Massachusetts General Hospital77
- Stanford University68
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris64
- Johns Hopkins University62
- University of California, Los Angeles58
- University of Pennsylvania53
- The University of Hong Kong51
- Karolinska Institutet50
Where studies are running
- California520
- Massachusetts267
- New York256
- Texas209
- Maryland176
- Pennsylvania171
- Florida149
- Alabama118
- Arizona108
- Illinois104
Recruiting studies7,780 total
- NCT06968650Recruiting
Cocooned Moms Support Study
This study tests a program that offers extra support to Black women during pregnancy. It aims to help moms feel safe, connected, and healthy.
Miami, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT02781519RecruitingPhase 1
Study how THC affects men and women who have used cannabis before
This Phase 1 study tests how delta-9 THC (the main active ingredient in cannabis) affects healthy adults, and whether the effects differ by gender. It may help researchers understand risks and responses to THC, which could guide safer use and future treatments.
West Haven, ConnecticutAges 18–55 - NCT06963801Recruiting
DBT for emotional challenges during pregnancy
This study tests whether a therapy called Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) can help pregnant people who struggle with strong emotions. If you are at least 12 weeks pregnant and find it hard to manage your feelings, you may be able to join.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–45 - NCT06972368Recruiting
Home brain stimulation for depression in borderline personality disorder
This trial tests whether a gentle brain stimulation device (tDCS) used at home can help with depression in people with borderline personality disorder. If you have BPD and current depression, you may be able to participate from home using your smartphone.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18–65 - NCT06963463Recruiting
Sleep & light therapy for teens with depression
This study tests a program that combines sleep and light therapy to help teens with depression and sleep problems feel better. It focuses on improving your sleep schedule and adding bright light exposure to boost mood.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 12–18 - NCT06969755RecruitingPhase 4
Brain scans and genetics to guide early schizophrenia treatment
This study tests whether using brain scans and genetic tests can help choose the best treatment for people early in their schizophrenia. It will check if these biomarkers can predict who will respond better to medication.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–35 - NCT06962527Recruiting
Study on how the brain handles uncertainty
This study uses brain imaging to understand how people react to uncertain situations. It may help develop better ways to treat anxiety and related conditions.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 25–60 - NCT06969521Recruiting
Online speech therapy for kids who struggle with the R sound
This trial tests a new online treatment program designed to help children and teens improve their production of the R sound. It may be a good option if your child has difficulty saying the R sound and speaks English as their main language.
Montclair, New JerseyAges 8–17 - NCT06965179Enrolling by invitation
Game activities for well-being in older adults
This study tests whether fun game activities can improve life satisfaction and psychological well-being in older adults. It's designed for active seniors who are enrolled in a lifelong learning program.
Mersin, YenişehirAges 60–85 - NCT06968403Enrolling by invitation
Community program to support mental health in coastal areas
This study tests a community-based emotional support program for adults living in coastal Bangladesh. It aims to see if connecting people through a network can improve mental health and well-being.
DhakaAges 18–50 - NCT06963086Recruiting
Eating disorder prevention program for teens in Nova Scotia
This study tests a program to help prevent eating disorders in teen girls and young women in Nova Scotia. It offers both in-person groups at schools and virtual groups you can join from home.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 15–22 - NCT06963931Recruiting
Gambling treatment study using smartphone app
This study tests a smartphone app to help people reduce gambling. You may qualify if you have gambled recently and are ready to seek or are already in treatment.
Denver, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT06968390Recruiting
Faster TMS for depression during pregnancy or after childbirth
This trial tests a faster form of TMS (brain stimulation) for people with depression who are pregnant (14-34 weeks) or within one year of giving birth. It aims to see if the treatment is safe and well-tolerated.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–55 - NCT06963554Recruiting
Does Project Support help families after trauma?
This study tests a program called Project Support to help families deal with trauma. If you're a caregiver looking for trauma services for your 6-to-13-year-old child, and you can do telehealth sessions, this may be a good fit.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 6–13 - NCT06968832Recruiting
Prolonged therapy for PTSD and substance use
This trial tests a therapy that helps people with both post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and a substance use disorder (SUD). You'll receive extended therapy sessions to reduce PTSD symptoms and support your recovery from substance use, while continuing your current substance use treatment.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06972303RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Mindfulness meditation for insomnia
This trial tests if a mindfulness meditation program, delivered through a mobile app, can help people with chronic insomnia fall asleep faster. You will use your own smartphone or tablet to follow the program and report your sleep.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06967545Recruiting
Smartphone program to help with suicidal thoughts
This trial tests a smartphone-based program designed to help people who have frequent suicidal thoughts. It aims to provide support through your phone, so you can get help when you need it.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06968351Recruiting
Animal-assisted program for people in custody
This study tests whether spending time with trained dogs can improve well-being for people in correctional settings. It aims to understand if animal-assisted activities can be helpful and safe.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT06971354Recruiting
Treatment for rumination syndrome
This trial tests a treatment for rumination syndrome, a condition where food is brought back up from the stomach into the mouth. It may help if you have this syndrome and no other major medical issues.
BarcelonaAges 18–75 - NCT06965062Recruiting
Neck surgery for Alzheimer's: a first test
This study tests a new surgery called cervical lymphatic bypass to see if it can help people with Alzheimer's disease. The surgery creates a new connection in the neck to improve drainage of waste from the brain, which may slow memory loss.
SingaporeAges 50–80 - NCT06969287RecruitingPhase 3
Testing fluvoxamine to prevent confusion after surgery
This trial tests if a medication called fluvoxamine can help prevent delirium (sudden confusion and disorientation) after non-cardiac surgery. If you are having surgery that requires at least a 2-day hospital stay, this study may be for you.
St Louis, MissouriAges 60 years+ - NCT06965010Enrolling by invitation
Tracking Care in Opioid Treatment Programs
This study tests whether tracking your progress with regular check-ins (measurement-based care) helps improve treatment for people starting medication for opioid use disorder at a treatment program.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06971861Recruiting
Just ACT for Student Well-being
This study looks at whether a program called 'Just ACT' helps improve well-being in students. It is for young adults who speak Chinese and have not had serious mental health conditions.
Hong KongAges 10–35 - NCT06971640Recruiting
ADHD and sleep study for kids ages 6-9
This study looks at how sleep patterns relate to ADHD symptoms and thinking skills in children. It helps find out if a child's internal clock (circadian rhythm) might be delayed.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 6–9
Common questions
- How many mental health clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 7,780 recruiting psychiatry studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 12,430 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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