Psychiatry
Mental health clinical trials
Depression, anxiety, and other mental-health and behavioral conditions. We’re tracking 7,771 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable6,418
- Phase 2494
- Phase 1248
- Phase 3237
- Phase 4212
- Phase 1/Phase 294
- Phase 2/Phase 368
Top conditions
- Anxiety387
- Depression381
- Alzheimer Disease337
- Autism Spectrum Disorder241
- Dementia224
- Mild Cognitive Impairment194
- Schizophrenia184
- Major Depressive Disorder173
- Insomnia159
- Cognitive Impairment150
- Alcohol Use Disorder142
- Opioid Use Disorder141
- Stress117
- PTSD105
- Mental Health99
- Autism95
- Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)88
- Suicidal Ideation87
Leading sponsors
- VA Office of Research and Development105
- Yale University87
- Massachusetts General Hospital77
- Stanford University68
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris64
- Johns Hopkins University61
- University of California, Los Angeles58
- The University of Hong Kong52
- University of Pennsylvania52
- Karolinska Institutet50
Where studies are running
- California516
- Massachusetts264
- New York255
- Texas209
- Maryland174
- Pennsylvania169
- Florida145
- Alabama118
- Arizona109
- Illinois104
Recruiting studies7,771 total
- NCT07816445Recruiting
Parenting conflict program for separating or divorcing parents
This study tests a program for parents who are separating or divorcing. It aims to help reduce conflict between parents, which could be helpful for them and their children.
Tempe, ArizonaAges 88 years+ - NCT07816536Recruiting
How gut bacteria change with exclusive liquid nutrition in children
This study looks at how giving children complete liquid nutrition (exclusive enteral nutrition) affects the good bacteria in their gut. It may help us learn how this treatment works for children who rely on it.
NantesAges 1–16 - NCT07817069Recruiting
Nitraria retusa tea for weight issues caused by clozapine
This trial tests whether a tea made from the plant Nitraria retusa can help reduce the weight gain and metabolic side effects caused by the medication clozapine. If you take clozapine for schizophrenia and have gained weight, this tea might help you manage that side effect.
SousseAges 18–65 - NCT07810322Recruiting
Testing a new tool to improve treatment connection for opioid use disorder
This study tests a new mobile tool called emPath that helps connect people with opioid use disorder to treatment and support. The goal is to see if using this tool improves how well people stay engaged in care.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07812337Recruiting
Blood test guide for Alzheimer's in primary care
This study is testing a tool that helps doctors decide when to order a blood test for Alzheimer's disease. It has two parts: one for doctors and one for older adults without memory problems.
Madison, WisconsinAges 50 years+ - NCT07811648Recruiting
School counseling for teens with academic or behavior issues
This study tests a type of counseling called solution-focused brief therapy that is done at school. It aims to help teenagers in middle school improve their grades and behavior by setting clear goals and building on their strengths.
Islamabad, FederalAges 12–15 - NCT07816861Enrolling by invitation
Yoga for anxiety and focus in female college students
This study tests whether a single session of yoga helps lower anxiety and improve mood and thinking in female college students. If you're a woman in college who feels very anxious and studies a lot, you may qualify.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 17 years+ - NCT07812753Recruiting
Brain stimulation for smoking cessation
This study looks at how a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called TMS (which uses magnetic pulses to stimulate the brain) might affect the brain's reward system in people who smoke. The goal is to understand how to help people quit smoking more effectively.
Newark, New JerseyAges 18–60 - NCT06488586Recruiting
Ketamine vs Esketamine for treatment-resistant depression
This trial compares two forms of ketamine—given by IV or as a nasal spray—in people with major depression that hasn't improved after trying at least two other antidepressants. The goal is to see which treatment works better.
Kingston, OntarioAges 18–75 - NCT06496412Recruiting
Fecal transplant for brain health in type 1 diabetes
This trial tests whether transplanting healthy bacteria into your gut can improve memory and thinking skills in people with long-term type 1 diabetes. If you have had type 1 diabetes for 10 years or more, this study may help find a new way to protect your brain.
Changsha, HunanAges 18–60 - NCT05796531Recruiting
Reduce self-harm urges after hospital stay using new skills
This trial tests a learning-based therapy (called therapeutic evaluative conditioning) to reduce adolescents’ thoughts and behaviors related to self-injury during and after a psychiatric inpatient hospital stay. It may help some teens feel less pulled toward self-harm after leaving the hospital.
Brighton, MassachusettsAges 12–19 - NCT07808619Recruiting
AI health data study for adults
This study is collecting health data to train an AI system that may help predict or improve health outcomes. By joining, you help develop technology that could benefit patients in the future.
Boulder, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT07807865RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new anxiety medication for safety
This study is testing a new medication for generalized anxiety disorder. It will check if the drug is safe and well-tolerated when taken alone or alongside your current anxiety treatment.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06289621Recruiting
Brief treatment for anxiety and PTSD in South Africa
This trial tests a short, talk-based therapy for people with anxiety disorders or PTSD. It aims to help you manage symptoms in fewer sessions.
Cape TownAges 18–65 - NCT07805668Recruiting
Emotional control study for young children
This study looks at emotional and behavioral challenges in children aged 3 to 6 years. It aims to better understand these difficulties to improve support and care.
Pisa, ItalyAges 3–6 - NCT07805200Recruiting
Brain stimulation for obsessive-compulsive disorder
This study tests a new type of brain stimulation called transcranial temporal interference stimulation (tTIS) to see if it helps reduce OCD symptoms. It uses gentle electrical currents to target brain areas linked to OCD, and the researchers will also scan your brain to understand how it works.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–65 - NCT07806422Recruiting
Virtual reality to prevent confusion in ICU
This trial tests if virtual reality can help prevent confusion (delirium) during an ICU stay. It uses relaxing activities to keep the mind clear, which may help you recover faster and with fewer complications.
Shenzhen, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT07804680Recruiting
Fitness and health in children with or without autism
This study looks at how fitness levels relate to body size and heart health in children and teens with or without autism. It uses existing medical records, so no new tests are needed.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 6–18 - NCT07805395RecruitingPhase 2
Mental health support for foster and adoptive parents
This study tests a program that pairs foster, kinship, or adoptive parents with a family navigator who helps them find mental health services for their child. It aims to see if the program is practical and helpful for families.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–99 - NCT07803055Recruiting
Blood test for early signs of Alzheimer's disease
This study looks at tiny particles in the blood that may show early signs of Alzheimer's disease. It aims to help with earlier diagnosis and monitoring, which could lead to better care and treatment opportunities.
RomeAges 55–80 - NCT07804498RecruitingPhase 2
Citicoline to protect memory after hip fracture and delirium
This study tests whether a supplement called citicoline can help prevent memory and thinking problems in older adults who had hip surgery and experienced delirium (confusion). It may help keep your brain function stable after a stressful hospital stay.
Monza, Monza E BrianzaAges 65 years+ - NCT07804940Recruiting
Feel good program for school climate and children's well-being
This study looks at whether a school program called Feel Good helps improve the school climate and children's well-being. If your child takes part, they answer a questionnaire before and after the program.
ParisAges 8–12 - NCT07803510Recruiting
Pictures before wisdom tooth surgery to reduce stress
This study tests whether showing patients pictures of their surgery before it happens can lower their stress, measured by a stress hormone in saliva. It may help you feel calmer about having your lower wisdom tooth removed.
Al Mansurah, AddakahlyiaAges 18–32 - NCT07802392Recruiting
Virtual nature program for older adults with memory problems
This study tests a virtual reality nature program designed to improve wellbeing in older adults with mild to moderate memory problems. If you enjoy nature and can use a virtual reality headset, this program might be a relaxing and enjoyable addition to your routine.
Terrassa, BarcelonaAges 65 years+
Common questions
- How many mental health clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 7,771 recruiting psychiatry studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 12,287 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.
Other specialties
- Cancer
- Brain & nervous system
- Heart & circulation
- Hormones & metabolism
- Digestive system
- Lungs & breathing
- Immune system & allergy
- Women’s health & pregnancy
- Skin
- Blood & lymphatic
- Kidney & urinary
- Infections
- Genetic & congenital
- Bones, joints & muscles
- Pain
- Injuries & trauma
- Mouth & dental
- Eyes & vision
- Ear, nose & throat
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.