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
- NCT06937021Enrolling by invitation
Art and philosophy program for kids' eco-anxiety
This trial tests whether an art and philosophy program can help elementary school children manage their eco-anxiety. If your child is in elementary school, they may be able to join.
Henhurst Ridge, Burton-on-TrentAges 5–12 - NCT06934759Enrolling by invitation
Parents' experience of a child with a large birthmark
This study explores how parents feel and cope when their child has a large congenital melanocytic nevus, a type of birthmark. You would take part in a one-on-one interview to share your experience.
Nancy, FranceAges 18 years+ - NCT06933212Recruiting
Mediterranean diet for CADASIL and CAA
This trial is testing whether a Mediterranean diet (rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats) can help people with CADASIL or cerebral amyloid angiopathy (CAA) — two conditions that affect blood vessels in the brain. If you have one of these diagnoses, the study may help you understand how diet can support your brain health.
MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT06941428Recruiting
Redesigning trauma therapy for schools
This study is redesigning a trauma-focused therapy (TF-CBT) for schools. It tests a new version of the therapy to help students aged 7–19 who have experienced trauma and still feel upset by it.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 7 years+ - NCT06937892Recruiting
Metacognitive therapy vs. Cognitive therapy for anxiety
This study compares two different types of therapy for anxiety disorders: metacognitive therapy (which focuses on how you think about your thoughts) versus cognitive-behavioral therapy (which works on changing thoughts and behaviors). It may help you find which approach works best for you.
StockholmAges 18 years+ - NCT06933095Recruiting
DHA supplement study for older adults with mild memory concerns
This study tests whether a DHA (omega-3) supplement can improve delivery of certain brain fats in older adults who have mild memory concerns. It involves taking a daily supplement and may include a lumbar puncture (spinal tap).
Cincinnati, OhioAges 55–82 - NCT06932120Recruiting
Online grief support for prolonged grief disorder
This study tests a technology-based program to help people with prolonged grief disorder (intense, long-lasting grief after a loss). You would use a computer and smartphone to complete activities and get support, all in Spanish.
Castellon, Castellón de La PlanaAges 18 years+ - NCT06940674RecruitingPhase 3
CBD plus opioid treatment for recovery
This study tests whether adding cannabidiol (CBD) to your usual methadone or buprenorphine treatment helps you recover from opioid use disorder. If you're already in stable treatment with those medications, the trial aims to see if CBD can improve your outcomes.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT06939348Recruiting
Ultrasound therapy for patients with consciousness disorders
This trial tests whether ultrasound stimulation can help people with disorders of consciousness, like coma or a minimally conscious state. It aims to improve brain function and recovery for patients who have been injured for over a month.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–79 - NCT06934525Recruiting
Team therapy for childhood anxiety and OCD
This study tests a team-based therapy approach for children and teens with anxiety or OCD. It helps families get treatment in community mental health centers, not just in specialized clinics.
East Providence, Rhode IslandAges 5–18 - NCT06938789Recruiting
Bleeding and confusion after hip fracture in older adults
This study looks at how bleeding after a hip fracture might affect confusion (delirium) in older adults. It will help doctors understand how to better manage bleeding to prevent confusion.
Aarhus, Central JutlandAges 75 years+ - NCT05939739Recruiting
Testing genes in severe language and learning difficulties
This study uses a special DNA test (trio exome sequencing) on a child or young adult and their two biological parents to look for a genetic cause of language and learning difficulties. If a genetic reason is found, it may help explain the cause and guide future care.
DijonAges 3–40 - NCT06799403Recruiting
Comparing online vs. group stress relief for work stress
This trial tests whether an online stress management program works as well as a group-based program for people who feel stressed at work. It is designed to help you find a way to reduce stress that fits your life.
Aarhus, Central Region DenmarkAges 18–65 - NCT06875908Recruiting
Turkish sleep survey test for multiple sclerosis
This study tests a Turkish-language sleep survey for people with multiple sclerosis. It aims to see if the survey is a reliable way to measure sleep problems in MS patients.
Bağcılar, IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT05880342RecruitingPhase 3
Study how the brain affects fatigue after exercise
This trial studies how your brain responds when you feel mentally and physically tired, using trained healthy volunteers. It may help researchers understand fatigue better, which could guide future treatments for people who struggle with fatigue.
Brussels, Brussels CapitalAges 18–35 - NCT06448546Recruiting
Gut bacteria in Huntington's disease
This study looks at how gut bacteria are different in people with Huntington's disease who have unusual weight changes. You'll provide stool and blood samples to help researchers understand gut health in HD.
Orlando, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT01353430Recruiting
Study of a rare muscle condition linked to Paget bone disease
This study looks at people and families with a rare muscle weakness condition that can be linked with Paget disease of the bone (and sometimes frontotemporal dementia). It aims to better describe how these conditions appear and relate, which can help future research and care.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06928428Enrolling by invitation
Online talk therapy for depression or anxiety
This study tests if a type of talk therapy called metacognitive therapy, delivered partly online, helps adults with depression or generalized anxiety. It aims to see if this blended approach works well in primary care.
Stockholm, Stockholm CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT06929208Recruiting
Music and heart rate during procedures
This trial studies how listening to music affects your heart rate and stress response during a procedure like surgery or a pain treatment. It may help you relax and feel more comfortable.
SingaporeAges 21–90 - NCT06455397Recruiting
Building emotional awareness and mental health for parents
This trial tests a program called BEAM that helps parents and caregivers of young children (ages 2–5) manage stress, depression, anxiety, or anger. You'll get support from a peer coach through check-ins and learn skills to feel better.
Winnipeg, ManitobaAges 18 years+ - NCT06925867Recruiting
Music therapy for PTSD
This study tests if listening to specially changed music can help people with PTSD get more benefit from a type of talk therapy called cognitive processing therapy (CPT). The therapy is daily for two weeks.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06931093Recruiting
Group writing therapy for teens with complex PTSD
This study tests a type of group writing therapy for adolescents with complex PTSD. The goal is to see if it helps reduce trauma symptoms.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 10–18 - NCT06927362Recruiting
Exercise and balance training for seniors with memory issues
This study tests if combining two types of exercise (LSVT Big and dual-task training) can improve balance and thinking in older adults with mild to moderate memory loss. It may help you stay steady on your feet and manage everyday tasks more easily.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 65 years+ - NCT06931639Recruiting
Suicide prevention therapy for teens
This trial tests a talking therapy designed to prevent suicide in teens. It helps young people and their caregivers work together after a recent suicide attempt.
HelsingborgAges 10–17
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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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.