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
- NCT06888284Enrolling by invitation
Tuijing therapy for depression and heart rate
This trial tests whether Tuijing therapy, a non-invasive treatment, can improve heart rate variability and reduce depression symptoms in people who have been feeling depressed for over three months. It may be an option if you haven't used other treatments recently.
Hong KongAges 18–60 - NCT06888700Enrolling by invitation
tDCS to improve social thinking in heroin recovery
This study uses a gentle brain stimulation technique called tDCS (transcranial direct current stimulation) to improve social thinking skills in people recovering from heroin addiction. It's for adults in early recovery who are in a rehabilitation center.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 30–60 - NCT06881758Enrolling by invitation
High intensity training for anxiety treatment
This study tests whether high intensity exercise can help reduce anxiety symptoms. It is for adults with mild to moderate anxiety disorders who are physically able to exercise.
TromsøAges 18–65 - NCT06888999Recruiting
Virtual Reality to Help Cabin Crew Return to Work After Sick Leave
This trial tests whether using virtual reality (a computer-generated 3D environment) can help cabin crew members return to work after taking sick leave for mental health issues. It is designed for people whose occupational doctor has already referred them to a specific therapy clinic.
SchipholAges 18 years+ - NCT06886217Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Helping children with attention and behavior problems at school
This study tests a program that helps parents and teachers work together to support children with attention and behavior problems. If your child has trouble focusing or following rules in the classroom, this study may offer strategies to help them succeed.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 7 years+ - NCT06886633Enrolling by invitation
Breathing exercise and cold pack for wound cleaning pain
This study tests whether a simple breathing exercise and a cold pack can help reduce pain and anxiety while a wound is being cleaned (called sharp debridement). If you are having a wound cleaned and feel anxious about it, this may be a way to feel more comfortable.
Gaziantep, GaziantepAges Any age - NCT06888128RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin for PTSD in veterans
This study tests whether a guided psilocybin session can help veterans heal from trauma-related PTSD. If you're a veteran with PTSD, you may be able to join.
Houston, TexasAges 21–64 - NCT04356924Recruiting
Talking therapy to help with worries from mild memory problems
This trial studies a psychological (talking) treatment to help people cope with everyday life challenges caused by mild cognitive impairment or subjective cognitive decline. It may help reduce anxiety, avoidance, and feelings of stigma linked to memory or thinking changes.
Stockholm, Stockholm CountyAges 45–75 - NCT05339438Recruiting
Brain scan mapping before epilepsy surgery
This study uses a special MRI scan to map parts of the front-temporal brain in people with drug-resistant epilepsy who may need surgery. The goal is to better plan surgery by showing which brain areas are involved.
NancyAges 18 years+ - NCT06129890Recruiting
Brain stimulation for nerve pain and depression
This trial tests whether a noninvasive brain stimulation technique (rTMS) can help people with long-term nerve pain who also have depression. It aims to see if this treatment can reduce pain and improve mood.
Saint-EtienneAges 18–85 - NCT03170440Recruiting
Non-invasive nerve stimulation for PTSD and sleep
This study tests a non-invasive way to stimulate nerves without surgery in people with PTSD, especially looking at sleep and related symptoms. It may help by improving how your nervous system and sleep patterns work over time.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 18–55 - NCT06726239Recruiting
Relaxation exercises before getting up after heart bypass
This study tests whether doing gentle relaxation exercises before getting out of bed can help reduce pain, anxiety, and stress after heart bypass surgery. It may make recovery more comfortable.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 35–65 - NCT06756139Recruiting
Mobile app therapy for stubborn stomach upset
This study tests if a mobile app teaching cognitive behavioral therapy (a way to change thinking patterns) can help people with stubborn stomach pain or discomfort. It might benefit those whose symptoms haven't improved with usual medicines.
Haikou, HainanAges 18–80 - NCT06878092Recruiting
A support program for young refugees with emotional distress
This trial tests a program called Problem Management Plus with Emotional Processing (PM+EP) for youth who were forced to leave their home country. It aims to reduce stress and improve daily functioning. If you are a young refugee between 16 and 25 years old and feel very anxious or down, this might help you learn ways to cope.
StockholmAges 16–25 - NCT06871696Recruiting
Genetics of intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorders
This study collects information about people with intellectual disabilities or autism that have a known genetic cause. Parents or family members can enter data about their child, and adults with the condition can also share their own experiences.
Paris, Île-de-France RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT06872593Recruiting
Driving simulator test for sleepiness in sleep apnea
This study tests a new driving simulator test (like a video game) to measure daytime sleepiness, compared to the standard sleepiness test. It looks at people with sleep apnea who temporarily stop using their CPAP machine, to see if the new test is accurate.
Zurich, ZRHAges 18 years+ - NCT06871384Recruiting
Red wine diet for brain and body health in early elderly
This study tests whether a special diet including red wine can help improve thinking and movement in people aged 60–74. If you join, you would drink red wine as part of the diet and have your memory and physical abilities checked over time.
Logroño, SpainAges 60–74 - NCT06871488RecruitingPhase 4
ADHD irritability & aggression treatment with stimulants
This study tests whether CNS stimulant medications can improve irritability and aggression in children with ADHD. It looks for factors that predict who will benefit most.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges 7–12 - NCT06878859Recruiting
Online program for depression and cannabis use
This study tests a digital (online) program designed to help people who struggle with both depression and cannabis use. If you're feeling down and also using cannabis more than you'd like, this program might help you manage both.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06869850Recruiting
Special milk-enriched food for children with severe malnutrition
This study tests a special food to help children with severe malnutrition recover. The food is a peanut-based paste with added milk fat globule membrane, which may help kids gain weight and get stronger.
Bandajuma, PujehunAges 6 months–4.9 years - NCT06874452RecruitingPhase 4
Anti-anxiety pill for second cataract surgery
This study tests if giving the anti-anxiety pill alprazolam (XANAX) before your second cataract surgery helps reduce anxiety and improve satisfaction with the procedure.
TaipeiAges 18–80 - NCT06872398Recruiting
Medical conditions in bipolar disorder
This study looks at medical health issues in people with bipolar disorder. It aims to understand how physical health conditions affect the illness, which could lead to better care.
CréteilAges 18–65 - NCT06875323Enrolling by invitation
Online program to help foster youth and CASA advocates
This study is testing a new online program to help foster youth and their CASA volunteers communicate better. If you join, you'll use a website or app to share updates and stay connected with your advocate.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 13–20 - NCT06871982Enrolling by invitation
Norms re-education for parent involvement in college
This study tests a program called Norms Re-education that helps parents get involved in supporting their college students. It is for new first-year students at LMU or Lehigh University and their parents.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 17–20
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.