Psychiatry
Mental health clinical trials
Depression, anxiety, and other mental-health and behavioral conditions. We’re tracking 8,192 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable6,797
- Phase 2511
- Phase 1258
- Phase 3244
- Phase 4213
- Phase 1/Phase 298
- Phase 2/Phase 371
Top conditions
- Depression420
- Anxiety412
- Alzheimer Disease342
- Autism Spectrum Disorder258
- Dementia226
- Mild Cognitive Impairment199
- Schizophrenia192
- Major Depressive Disorder188
- Cognitive Impairment157
- Insomnia152
- Alcohol Use Disorder150
- Opioid Use Disorder145
- Stress136
- PTSD110
- Autism95
- Mental Health92
- Suicidal Ideation92
- Anxiety Disorders85
Leading sponsors
- VA Office of Research and Development104
- Yale University95
- Massachusetts General Hospital78
- Stanford University72
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris65
- Johns Hopkins University63
- University of California, Los Angeles61
- The University of Hong Kong52
- University of Pennsylvania52
- Karolinska Institutet50
Where studies are running
- California529
- New York267
- Massachusetts263
- Texas223
- Maryland176
- Pennsylvania175
- Florida153
- Alabama118
- Arizona117
- Connecticut113
Recruiting studies8,191 total
- NCT04453657Enrolling by invitation
Tele-wellness app for child care families during COVID-19
This study tests a phone/tablet program to help family child care providers and parents support kids’ health, family connection, and readiness for school during COVID-19. You may be able to join if you’re in Baltimore City and your child care program is part of the study’s COVID-related approved group.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 3–99 - NCT04642157Recruiting
Online support to help prevent youth suicide
This study tests an online program that people can contact themselves when they have had suicidal thoughts. It aims to reduce risk by connecting you to help in a safe, structured way.
LilleAges 18–25 - NCT04480203Recruiting
Digital coping tools after new breast cancer diagnosis
This trial tests two online programs designed to help people cope after being diagnosed with breast cancer. It may help you manage stress and emotions during treatment or recovery.
OsloAges 20–69 - NCT04045600Recruiting
Refining communication training for kids with behavior challenges
This study tests an improved version of functional communication training for children ages 3 to 17 whose destructive behavior (like hitting or yelling) happens often and is fueled by social attention. It aims to help children learn better ways to get attention instead of using hard-to-manage behaviors.
Somerset, New JerseyAges 3–17 - NCT05515159Enrolling by invitation
Blood tests during electroconvulsive therapy
This study looks at blood markers (substances in blood) measured during electroconvulsive therapy, to understand how the treatment is working in the body. If you’re already being considered for ECT, you may be asked for blood samples as part of this research.
BergenAges 18 years+ - NCT05293834Recruiting
Virtual reality training to reduce aggression
This trial tests a virtual reality (VR) program designed to help people in psychiatric care with aggression problems. If it works, it could help reduce aggressive behavior and improve coping skills in daily situations.
Basel, Canton of Basel-CityAges 12 years+ - NCT04479683Recruiting
Hospital stay versus day program for early anorexia
This study compares two ways to treat early-onset anorexia nervosa: staying in the hospital full-time versus going home and attending a daytime program. It aims to see which approach is safer and works as well (or better) for children who need intensive support.
ParisAges 8–13 - NCT04099056Recruiting
Brain scanning and stimulation to study decision-making
This trial uses brain scans and noninvasive brain stimulation to study how people make decisions. It may help researchers understand brain signals involved in choices and potentially improve future treatments.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18–50 - NCT03162211Recruiting
Improving care for depression using patient feedback
This trial looks at how collecting and using feedback can improve outcomes for people with major depression or persistent depression. You may be asked to share your experiences so the care team can adjust how depression support is delivered.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 18 years+ - NCT04563390Recruiting
Augmented reality therapy for cockroach phobia
This trial tests whether a projection-based augmented reality exposure system can reduce fear and avoidance in adults with cockroach phobia. It uses a structured “practice with cockroaches” experience to help you feel safer over time.
Castellon, CastellónAges 18 years+ - NCT06821373Recruiting
Chatbot to help teens reduce digital addiction and stress
This trial tests a chatbot designed to help teenagers cut down on internet gaming and social media addiction, reduce sedentary behavior, and improve mental well-being. If you or your teen spend a lot of time online and feel stressed, this study may offer support.
Hong KongAges 10–19 - NCT02010866Recruiting
OHSU healthcare staff support for stressed members
This trial is for people who work at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) as a medical resident, fellow, or full-time faculty member. It tests an approach to help support staff who feel stressed or distressed.
Portland, OregonAges 18 years+ - NCT02531893Recruiting
Therapy for youth with severe, frequent irritability
This study tests whether two structured therapies can reduce severe irritability and angry reactions in children and teens. It focuses on youth who have had long-lasting, frequent outbursts and trouble responding to negative emotions.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 8–17 - NCT03136094Recruiting
Text-message study to prevent suicide risk
This study tests ways to detect and reduce suicide risk using text messages among American Indian and Alaska Native adults. If you’re found to be at risk and can safely participate, the study may connect you with helpful supports through mobile texting.
Albuquerque, New MexicoAges 18–34 - NCT06933537Recruiting
Personalized brain stimulation for emotional disorders in MS and NMOSD
This trial tests if a gentle brain stimulation technique can help with anxiety in people with multiple sclerosis (MS) or neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD). It uses a mild electrical current through the scalp to regulate mood, and the treatment is customized to each person.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT05654207Recruiting
Care coaching for Black teens and their parents after the ER
This study offers a supportive care program to help Black youth (ages 12–19) and their parent/guardian after an emergency room visit. It’s meant to improve how care is coordinated and supported, with help from both the teen and caregiver.
New York, New YorkAges 12–19 - NCT07670351Recruiting
Blended learning for nursing students' psychosocial care
This trial tests a blended learning program to help nursing students better understand and address patients' emotional and social needs. If you are a nursing student at the study institution, you can help evaluate this educational approach.
Yalova, YalovaAges 18 years+ - NCT04668560Recruiting
Testing a “5 Ways to Wellbeing” course for health support
This trial studies whether a structured “5 Ways to Wellbeing” course can help people make healthier choices and cope better with health problems or long-term (chronic) illness. It may be especially relevant if you’re currently off work due to health concerns or receiving support payments.
OsloAges 18 years+ - NCT07667738RecruitingPhase 2
Parent support program in Peru for parents of young children
This study tests a therapy program called CETA for parents in a specific area of Lima, Peru. It aims to help parents improve their mental health, which may also benefit their children ages 4 to 6.
LimaAges 18 years+ - NCT07667985Recruiting
Cognitive Reserve and Recovery from Fatigue in Older Adults
This study looks at how life experiences and education (cognitive reserve) help older adults bounce back from mental fatigue. Researchers want to find out if higher cognitive reserve leads to faster recovery after tiredness, which could improve quality of life.
Uşak, UşakAges 65–90 - NCT04981730Recruiting
Online childbirth and parenting classes for first-time parents
This study tests a web-based program that teaches first-time mothers and fathers (and their support partners) about childbirth and parenting during pregnancy. It may help you feel more prepared by giving daily, online guidance tailored to first-time parents.
TaipeiAges 20–60 - NCT07659158Recruiting
Virtual resilience program for advanced cancer patients
This trial tests a virtual group program to help people with advanced cancer build resilience and manage stress. It involves online sessions and modules, and aims to improve coping and quality of life.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT01334476Recruiting
Using a local research database from past studies
This trial uses a research database made from people who have already participated in VISN 19 MIRECC studies. It may help researchers learn from past information to improve future care for patients served by the Denver VA.
Denver, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT07663448Recruiting
Mobile app to help young adults cut down on drinking and opioid use
This study tests a smartphone app to help young adults reduce how often they drink alcohol and use opioids at the same time. If you're interested in cutting back and use both substances close together at least once a week, this app might support your goals.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18–25
Common questions
- How many mental health clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 8,192 recruiting psychiatry studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 13,292 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.