Psychiatry
Mental health clinical trials
Depression, anxiety, and other mental-health and behavioral conditions. We’re tracking 7,779 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable6,422
- Phase 2492
- Phase 1250
- Phase 3240
- Phase 4212
- Phase 1/Phase 294
- Phase 2/Phase 369
Top conditions
- Anxiety387
- Depression382
- Alzheimer Disease338
- Autism Spectrum Disorder239
- Dementia228
- Mild Cognitive Impairment198
- Schizophrenia184
- Major Depressive Disorder173
- Insomnia159
- Cognitive Impairment150
- Alcohol Use Disorder145
- Opioid Use Disorder143
- Stress117
- PTSD105
- Mental Health99
- Autism94
- Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI)89
- Suicidal Ideation89
Leading sponsors
- VA Office of Research and Development104
- Yale University87
- Massachusetts General Hospital77
- Stanford University68
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris64
- Johns Hopkins University62
- University of California, Los Angeles58
- University of Pennsylvania53
- Karolinska Institutet51
- The University of Hong Kong51
Where studies are running
- California520
- Massachusetts267
- New York255
- Texas209
- Maryland176
- Pennsylvania170
- Florida149
- Alabama118
- Arizona109
- Illinois104
Recruiting studies7,779 total
- NCT06480019Recruiting
Group talk therapy for depression in young adults
This study tests if a group therapy program led by non-professionals can help reduce depressive symptoms in young adults aged 18-24 who live, work, or study in Porto Alegre, Brazil. You may benefit if you have mild to moderate depression but no risk of suicide.
Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do SulAges 18–24 - NCT06488443Recruiting
Yoga for reducing tobacco cravings
This study tests whether yoga can help men who are dependent on tobacco reduce their cravings. If you are a male tobacco user aged 18 to 65, this trial may offer a non-medicine way to manage your urge to smoke or chew tobacco.
Bengaluru, KarnatakaAges 18–65 - NCT06485349Enrolling by invitation
Olive leaf extract for anxiety and weight in women
This study tests whether an olive leaf extract can help with mild anxiety and weight management in women who are overweight or have moderate obesity. Participants take the extract or a placebo daily for a period, and their anxiety levels, inflammation, and weight are tracked.
Guadalajara, JaliscoAges 18–40 - NCT06485934Recruiting
A new questionnaire to measure fear of arm movement
This study is for people with arm or shoulder problems who are afraid of moving because they worry about pain or injury. Researchers want to test a new questionnaire that measures this fear, so they can better understand and help patients like you.
IstanbulAges 18–65 - NCT06484244Recruiting
Walking and balance in memory loss
This study looks at how older adults with mild cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's disease adapt their walking. It aims to understand walking and balance to help people stay mobile and safe longer.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 50–90 - NCT06482567Recruiting
Helping people in stressful situations at the emergency department
This study tests a program to help people who are feeling very stressed or overwhelmed while in the emergency department (as a patient or visitor). The goal is to see if it can improve how well they can cope and function after a tough experience.
Belmont, MassachusettsAges 18–50 - NCT06489782Recruiting
New approach to test alcohol use disorder medications
This study tests a new way to quickly screen medications for alcohol use disorder (AUD). You will have lab sessions where your drinking is monitored to see how different medicines affect your alcohol use.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 21–65 - NCT06480201RecruitingPhase 1
Ketamine for treatment-resistant depression: a brain wave study
This study tests whether a single dose of ketamine can change brain wave patterns (called gamma oscillations) in people with treatment-resistant depression. Researchers want to see if these brain waves can predict who will feel better after treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 21–45 - NCT06479447Recruiting
Patient-reported PTSD screening study
This trial is testing a simple way to check for PTSD symptoms using patient-reported questionnaires. It aims to help people who haven't been screened recently get the care they need.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06481631Recruiting
Building trust between mothers and doctors after high-risk pregnancy
This trial studies ways to build trust between new mothers and healthcare providers after a high-risk pregnancy. It focuses on helping mothers in five rural Mississippi counties get better postpartum care.
Jackson, MississippiAges 18–45 - NCT06477588Recruiting
HIV services and job help for justice-involved Black men
This study helps Black men who have sex with men or other key populations who have been involved with the justice system get HIV services and job support. It aims to connect you to care and employment help, especially if you aren't already receiving HIV or PrEP care.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06489548RecruitingPhase 2
Foralumab for Early Alzheimer's Disease
This study tests an experimental drug called Foralumab, which aims to calm overactive immune cells in the brain linked to Alzheimer's. It may help slow memory loss in people with early-stage Alzheimer's.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 60–85 - NCT06494891RecruitingPhase 2
Understanding motivation for IV alcohol drinking
This study looks at why people with alcohol use disorder choose to drink alcohol given through an IV. The goal is to better understand the motivation behind drinking, which could help improve treatments.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 21–65 - NCT06489327Recruiting
Melatonin before surgery for children
This trial tests two different doses of oral melatonin (a natural sleep hormone) given to children before surgery to help them relax. It may help your child feel calmer before their procedure.
Cairo, Cairo GovernorateAges 4–10 - NCT06488573Recruiting
Nutrition program to improve heart health in bipolar disorder
This study tests if a nutrition program can help people with bipolar disorder improve their heart health. It is for adults aged 18 to 60 with bipolar I or II who are already on medication and are at moderate or high risk for heart problems.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18–60 - NCT06494904RecruitingPhase 3
Standard vs. High Dose Buprenorphine in the ER
This study compares a higher dose of buprenorphine (a medicine that helps stop opioid cravings and withdrawal) to the usual dose, given in the emergency department. It aims to see if the higher dose works better to start treatment for opioid use disorder.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06478628Enrolling by invitation
Insomnia in pain rehabilitation patients
This trial looks at sleep problems in people going through pain rehabilitation. It aims to understand and possibly improve sleep in those with long-lasting pain.
RissaAges 18 years+ - NCT06483412Enrolling by invitation
Healthy Futures: A Vaping Intervention for Teens
This study is testing a program called Healthy Futures that schools can use instead of suspending students caught vaping. The trial wants to see if the program helps teens quit vaping.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 14–18 - NCT06493708Recruiting
EMDR Therapy for Borderline Personality Disorder
This study tests whether Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy can help people with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). EMDR is a type of talk therapy often used for trauma, and this trial wants to see if it can improve BPD symptoms.
Brescia, BresciaAges 18–65 - NCT06494384Recruiting
Problem-solving treatment in community health centers
This trial tests if training therapists in a specific counseling method (problem-solving treatment) helps patients with depression. It's for adults who have depression and are seen at certain community health centers.
Portland, OregonAges 18 years+ - NCT06484348Recruiting
How food affects sleepiness in narcolepsy and hypersomnia
This study explores how what you eat affects your sleepiness and nighttime sleep quality. Researchers want to learn more about these links in people with narcolepsy type 1 or idiopathic hypersomnia.
Clermont-FerrandAges 18–65 - NCT04296604Recruiting
tDCS brain stimulation to improve thinking and mood
This study tests whether a non-surgical brain stimulation called tDCS can improve “executive function,” which means skills like planning, focus, and decision-making. It is designed for people with several mental health and substance-use conditions, and it may help you if those skills are affected by your diagnosis.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–65 - NCT06219889Recruiting
Study of Neurocheck effects on thinking after brain bleed
This study looks at how a quick thinking-and-memory check (called a Neurocheck) affects patients recovering from a small, stable brain bleed in the ICU. It helps doctors understand if these checks are helpful for your recovery.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–100 - NCT06239545Recruiting
JoyPop app for mental health support in young adults
This trial tests a mobile app called JoyPop designed to help young adults manage their mental health while they wait for services. It aims to see if using the app can improve well-being and reduce distress.
Thunder Bay, OntarioAges 18–25
Common questions
- How many mental health clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 7,779 recruiting psychiatry studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 12,461 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.