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
- NCT06774053Recruiting
The SPECTRA study for transgender and gender diverse people
This study follows transgender and gender diverse people of all ages 16 and older to learn more about their health and well-being over time. It is for those who have a diagnosis of gender incongruence and are either starting, continuing, or have stopped gender affirming therapy.
BaselAges 16 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+ - 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 - 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+ - 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+ - 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 - 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+ - 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+ - NCT05393518Recruiting
Study linking brain signals to anxiety in people with epilepsy
This study looks at how brain electrical signals relate to anxiety symptoms in people with drug-resistant epilepsy. It compares people who do (or do not) meet criteria for generalized anxiety disorder, to better understand anxiety in this setting.
BordeauxAges 18–65 - NCT04852744Recruiting
Brain scan study in teens with borderline and/or PTSD
This study uses brain imaging (MRI) to compare brain patterns in teens with borderline personality disorder and those with PTSD, as well as teens without these mental health diagnoses. It may help researchers understand what brain differences go along with these conditions and how they relate to each other.
CaenAges 13–18 - NCT06658041Recruiting
A step-by-step program for mild to moderate depression
This trial tests a structured support program for adults with mild to moderate depression. It uses a team-based approach in primary care to help you feel better step by step.
Hong Kong, HONG KONGAges 45–59 - NCT04962815Recruiting
Study to collect brainwave data for ICU delirium
This study tests how well a special brain-monitor (EEG) can be used to assess delirium in people in the ICU. It may help improve delirium detection and monitoring in critically ill patients.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05550155Recruiting
TMS treatment to reduce voices in schizophrenia
This trial studies whether repeated noninvasive brain stimulation (TMS) can help reduce ongoing voice-hearing (auditory verbal hallucinations) in people with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder. It focuses on whether doing this after medication is already adjusted can improve symptoms and help keep them controlled.
CaenAges 18–65 - NCT05505188Recruiting
Predicting long-term pain after head and neck radiotherapy
This study looks for ways to predict and improve pain you may have months after radiotherapy for first head and neck cancer. It may help doctors better anticipate pain and support patients during recovery.
CaenAges 18 years+ - NCT06049420Recruiting
Lifestyle medicine for rural patients with chronic disease
This trial tests whether exercise therapy can help people with two or more chronic conditions like obesity, diabetes, or heart disease. It's designed for rural patients and requires a referral from your doctor.
Lewisburg, West VirginiaAges 18–64 - NCT06765057RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Probiotics for Depression and Metabolic Health
This trial tests whether taking a probiotic supplement can improve both depression symptoms and metabolic health (like waist size, blood sugar, and cholesterol) in people with major depression. It may be a good fit if you are already on an antidepressant and have signs of metabolic syndrome.
Riyadh, Riyadh RegionAges 18–65 - NCT06762678Recruiting
Studying genes in neurodevelopmental disorders with birth defects
This study is for children or adults with neurodevelopmental conditions and unusual physical features, where standard genetic tests haven't found a cause. Researchers will use RNA and DNA sequencing to look for hidden genetic explanations, which could guide better care.
AngersAges Any age - NCT06767683RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Long-term study of ALKS 2680 for narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia
This study continues treatment with the investigational drug ALKS 2680 for people who have already completed a previous ALKS 2680 study for narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia. It aims to see how safe and effective the drug is over a longer period.
Cullman, AlabamaAges 18–70 - NCT06761066Enrolling by invitation
Testing NVP-NK4146 for mild cognitive impairment due to Alzheimer's
This study tests a new medicine, NVP-NK4146, for people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) due to Alzheimer's disease. The goal is to see if it can help slow down memory and thinking problems.
SeoulAges 60 years+ - NCT06762444Recruiting
Bump the lump: A treatment for throat lump feeling
This study tests a treatment for people who feel like there's a lump in their throat, called globus pharyngeus. If you have this sensation but no swallowing problems, you may be able to join.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06767475Enrolling by invitation
Mindfulness for Black cancer survivors
This trial tests whether a mindfulness program, offered through faith communities, can help Black adult cancer survivors feel better and manage stress. It involves attending group sessions and completing online surveys.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06770244Enrolling by invitation
Positive psychology for postpartum depression in primary care
This trial tests a program based on positive psychology to help prevent or reduce postpartum depression. It is offered within the primary healthcare system and focuses on supporting mothers early in pregnancy.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18 years+ - NCT06770101Recruiting
Suicide prevention program for teens with HIV
This study tests a counseling program for teens with HIV who have had suicidal thoughts or behaviors. The goal is to see if the program is helpful and can be offered at local clinics.
LilongweAges 13–19
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.