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
- NCT05922878RecruitingPhase 2
ALTO-300 study for moderate to severe depression
This trial tests ALTO-300 as an add-on treatment for people with moderate to severe major depressive disorder (MDD). It aims to see whether ALTO-300 helps improve depression symptoms when you’re already on a stable antidepressant.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18–70 - NCT06017765Recruiting
Mindfulness for grief after losing a loved one
This study tests whether a mindfulness program can help adults cope with intense grief after the loss of a loved one. If you have been diagnosed with Prolonged Grief Disorder and are not in other grief treatment, this may be an option for you.
Caen, CalvadosAges 18–60 - NCT06221722Recruiting
Brain scan study for treating constipation
This trial uses brain scans to see if doctors can predict how well constipation treatments will work. It is for adults with functional constipation, but only if they have no other digestive problems or medical implants.
Yinchuan, NingxiaAges 18–45 - NCT06330844Recruiting
Stress & memory support for Black and Hispanic older adults
This research study tests a new program that combines help for stress caused by racism with memory training for people with mild cognitive impairment. It may help Black and Hispanic/Latine older adults find ways to cope and improve thinking skills.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 65 years+ - NCT06781801Recruiting
Heart and metabolic health for severe mental illness
This trial tests a long-term program to improve heart and metabolic health in adults with schizophrenia or related disorders. It may help reduce health risks often linked with severe mental illness.
GothenburgAges 18 years+ - NCT06774430Recruiting
Digital outreach for young people at risk of psychosis
This study tests a digital program designed to encourage young people to seek help for early signs of psychosis. It aims to see if online messages can increase connections to care.
New York, New YorkAges 12–29 - NCT06775548Enrolling by invitation
Exercise and vitamins for depression relief
This study tests if combining aerobic and resistance exercises with vitamins D and E can reduce stress and inflammation in people with mild to moderate depression. It may help improve mood and overall well-being.
Karachi, SindhAges 25–35 - NCT06777225Enrolling by invitation
Breathing exercises for women starting chemotherapy
This trial tests whether simple breathing exercises can help women with gynecological cancer who are receiving their first round of chemotherapy. It is designed to see if these exercises improve well-being during treatment.
Ankara, YenimahalleAges 18–65 - NCT06774417Recruiting
Digital strategies to help young people seek help for mental health
This trial tests a digital tool designed to help young people recognize early signs of mental health conditions and take steps toward getting help. It may be a good fit if you are between 12 and 29, live near certain research sites, and can complete a short screening questionnaire in English.
New York, New YorkAges 12–29 - NCT06778356Enrolling by invitation
How environment affects your nervous system
This study looks at how things in your surroundings might change how your brain and nerves work. It could help us understand the environment's role in nervous system health.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06775964RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Stem cell therapy for early Alzheimer's disease
This trial tests a stem cell treatment for people with early-stage Alzheimer's disease. It aims to see if the treatment can help slow memory loss or other symptoms. You must have a specific blood test showing inflammation in the body to qualify.
Houston, TexasAges 60–80 - NCT06778564RecruitingPhase 3
CBD (cannabidiol) for early psychosis
This study tests if adding a CBD medication to your current antipsychotic can improve symptoms in people with schizophrenia or related disorders who started treatment recently but aren't fully better yet.
ViennaAges 16–40 - NCT06779838Enrolling by invitation
Group EFT for eating difficulties in student counselling
This trial tests if group Emotional Freedom Techniques (a type of talking therapy that combines focusing on emotions with tapping on certain body points) can help students with eating concerns. You might join if you have mild to moderate eating or body image issues and are already linked with your school's counselling service.
Royal Tunbridge Wells, KentAges 18 years+ - NCT06781697RecruitingPhase 3
Ketamine and virtual reality for treatment-resistant depression
This trial tests if adding virtual reality to ketamine treatments can help people with depression that hasn't improved with other treatments. You'll receive IV ketamine as prescribed by your doctor and also use a virtual reality headset during sessions.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06773949Recruiting
Exercise before rTMS for hard-to-treat depression
This trial tests if doing exercise before repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) can improve depression symptoms in people who haven't gotten better with standard treatments.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18–75 - NCT06774248Recruiting
Teen opioid recovery support program with medication
This study tests a program called YORS that helps teens with opioid use disorder stick with their medication. It involves you and a support person (like a parent) working together with the study team to stay on track.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 13–21 - NCT06781749Recruiting
Measuring social engagement in older adults with hearing loss
This study tests a new way to objectively measure how socially engaged older adults with hearing loss are. It may help researchers better understand the impact of hearing loss on social participation.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 60 years+ - NCT06781905Recruiting
Brain effects of ALK/ROS1 lung cancer drugs and quality of life
This study looks at how certain targeted therapy drugs for ALK/ROS1-positive lung cancer may affect thinking, memory, mood, and mental health. It aims to build a special care and research path where patients and researchers work together to understand and manage these side effects.
BronAges 18 years+ - NCT06779422Recruiting
AI chatbot for parents of kids with developmental delays
This study tests a chatbot that uses acceptance and commitment therapy to support parents of young children with neurodevelopmental delays. The chatbot aims to help parents manage stress and improve their wellbeing.
Hong KongAges 21 years+ - NCT06776523Recruiting
Psychological help study for refugees in Switzerland
This study tests a brief psychological program (Problem Management Plus, or PM+) to see if it helps refugees and asylum seekers feel better. If you are feeling stressed, anxious, or down, this may be an option for you.
ZurichAges 16 years+ - NCT06776341Recruiting
Study of GEMIN-5 genetic disorder
This study follows people with a confirmed GEMIN-5 genetic condition to learn more about how it affects their health and development over time. It aims to improve understanding and future care.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges Any age - NCT06777693Enrolling by invitation
Unified Protocol for emotional disorders in older adults
This study tests a group therapy program for older adults with anxiety or depression. The program teaches skills to manage difficult emotions and improve emotional well-being.
Bergen, VestlandAges 65 years+ - NCT06776991Recruiting
Social anxiety and public speaking fear study
This study tests if reward processing training combined with exposure therapy helps people with social anxiety disorder who are afraid of public speaking. Participants will complete therapy sessions and possibly an MRI brain scan.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–60 - NCT06777823Recruiting
Social media and mental health study for girls aged 10-11
This study looks at how social media affects the mental health of girls going through puberty. It tests whether sensitivity to rejection and puberty stage make some girls more vulnerable to social media experiences.
St Louis, MissouriAges 10 years+
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.