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
- NCT06734546Recruiting
Exercise and brain health in type 2 diabetes
This study tests whether regular exercise can improve brain health in people with type 2 diabetes. If you have type 2 diabetes, are not on insulin, are inactive, and are between 30 and 75 years old, you may be able to join.
Hasselt, LimburgAges 30–75 - NCT06727331RecruitingPhase 2
Tirzepatide for alcohol use recovery
This trial tests if tirzepatide, a medication that helps with appetite and blood sugar, can help people with alcohol use disorder drink less or stop drinking. You would visit the clinic regularly and receive the drug or a placebo.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06736548Enrolling by invitation
Sleep treatment program for cancer survivors
This study tests a sleep education program for cancer survivors who have trouble sleeping. You will learn strategies to improve your sleep and overall well-being.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–89 - NCT06736522Recruiting
Youth leadership and mindfulness program for high school students
This study tests a program designed to build leadership skills, engagement, and mindfulness in high school students. If you're a teen in certain Massachusetts or Illinois schools, this program may help you grow personally and socially.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 14 years+ - NCT06736444Recruiting
Sleep and Substance Use Help for Young Adults
This study tests a brief program to help young adults who struggle with sleep and also use alcohol or cannabis. The program teaches skills to improve sleep quality and reduce risky substance use.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18–29 - NCT03649581Recruiting
Brain-scan study in catatonia and hebephrenia with stable schizophrenia
This study measures brain signals during scans to look for patterns linked to two types (subforms) of psychotic disorders. If you have schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder and your symptoms have been stable, you may be able to help researchers understand these brain markers.
StrasbourgAges 18–65 - NCT04300946Recruiting
Brain stimulation study using TMS to test time prediction in healthy adults
This study uses a non-invasive brain stimulation method called TMS and brain imaging to understand how the cerebellum affects time prediction. It is for healthy adults and helps researchers learn how brain timing systems work.
StrasbourgAges 18–60 - NCT04084795Recruiting
EMDR plus brain stimulation for fibromyalgia pain and stress
This trial tests whether combining EMDR therapy with a mild form of brain stimulation can reduce fibromyalgia symptoms, including pain and trauma-related emotional distress. It may help people whose fibromyalgia is closely linked to past trauma and current anxiety or depression.
Barcelona, CataloniaAges 18–70 - NCT06718686RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Rifaximin for Dementia
This study tests a new antibiotic (rifaximin) to see if it can help people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's or vascular dementia. You and a caregiver would come to the clinic for check-ups to monitor how you're doing.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 65 years+ - NCT06718387Recruiting
Psycho-education program for sexual violence victims
This trial studies whether a psycho-education program (learning about trauma and coping) helps victims of sexual violence who are being treated at a specific clinic. It aims to understand if taking part in this program improves well-being.
BordeauxAges 18–75 - NCT06726785Recruiting
Gene changes in nasal cells of RLS patients on long-term dopamine agonist
This study looks at changes in a gene (DRD2) in nasal cells of people with Restless Legs Syndrome who are taking a dopamine agonist medication for a long time. It aims to understand how this gene might be involved in RLS.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–60 - NCT06290167Recruiting
Dual-task rehab for memory concerns in older adults
This study tests a new rehab program that combines physical and mental tasks for older adults with early memory issues. It aims to help improve daily function and possibly slow decline.
Milan, MIAges 65 years+ - NCT06726304Enrolling by invitation
Increasing physical contact for mothers with anxiety or depression
This study tests whether using a baby carrier more often helps mothers with anxiety or depression feel more connected to their babies. It is for mothers who had a healthy baby and were diagnosed with anxiety or depression during pregnancy.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT06725134Recruiting
Do therapy dogs help kids feel calmer during dental shots?
This study tests if having a trained therapy dog in the room reduces a child's anxiety and improves their behavior when getting numbing medicine for dental work. It could help children who are nervous about dental procedures feel more at ease.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 4–12 - NCT06722352Recruiting
Palliative care education for dementia in assisted living
This study trains staff in assisted living facilities to better support residents with dementia and their families in planning future care. It focuses on helping families talk about advance care planning (decisions about future medical care) with the care team.
Tampa, FloridaAges 21 years+ - NCT06718140Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
Ultrasound for memory in mild cognitive decline
This study tests if a non-invasive ultrasound treatment can help memory in people with mild cognitive impairment (mNCD) and healthy older adults. It involves MRI scans and focused ultrasound sessions.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 50–85 - NCT06718491Recruiting
A smartphone program to reduce heavy drinking for people on opioid treatment
This study tests a brief smartphone-based program to help people reduce heavy drinking while they are receiving medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD). It aims to improve both alcohol and mental health outcomes.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06720597Recruiting
Testing a device for blood vessel health in erectile dysfunction
This study tests a device called EndoPAT to check how well the blood vessels in your penis are working. It may help doctors better understand erectile dysfunction or low testosterone.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06719167Enrolling by invitation
Trauma treatment for adults with childhood trauma
This study tests a treatment called TIST for adults who have complex trauma symptoms from childhood. It aims to help people who haven't gotten enough relief from other therapy.
Vikersund, BuskerudAges 18 years+ - NCT06721559Recruiting
Home program for older adults with depression and mobility issues
This study tests a home-based program called Empower@Home for older adults who have depression and trouble moving around. It aims to see if the program helps improve mood and daily life—without adding extra outside therapy.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 50 years+ - NCT06723158Recruiting
Virtual reality glasses for oral surgery with sedation
This trial tests if wearing virtual reality (VR) glasses during oral surgery helps patients relax while under IV sedation. It may be a good option if you need sedation for a tooth extraction or other mouth procedure.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 16–65 - NCT06723834Enrolling by invitation
Service Dogs and PTSD Therapy for Military Members
This study tests if pairing a psychiatric service dog with a type of talk therapy helps military-connected people with PTSD. It’s for those who have been approved to get a service dog and are not already in the same therapy.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06720090RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Light therapy for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
This study tests whether morning light therapy can help people with OCD who have late bedtimes. It aims to improve symptoms by shifting your body's internal clock earlier.
St Louis, MissouriAges 17–35 - NCT06726187Recruiting
Autism and personality in adults
This study looks at personality traits and disorders in adults with autism. You and someone who knows you well will answer questions to help researchers understand how autism and personality relate.
RotterdamAges 18 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.