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
- NCT07095465Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Long-term study of ACP-204 for psychosis in Lewy body dementia
This study tests a medication called ACP-204 for psychosis (hallucinations or delusions) in people with Lewy body dementia. It is a long-term extension open to patients who completed a previous ACP-204 study, to see if the drug continues to be helpful and safe.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 55–84 - NCT06002191Recruiting
A text-based safety program for teens bullied online
This study tests a texting program called imHere4U to help teens who have been cyberbullied and feel distressed or think about suicide. The program aims to provide support and reduce suicide risk.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 12–17 - NCT07540923Recruiting
Mindfulness training for pregnant teens: fear, bonding, and breastfeeding
This study teaches pregnant teenagers a mindfulness technique (learning to focus your mind calmly) to help reduce fear about childbirth, strengthen bonding with their baby after birth, and support breastfeeding. You'd attend training sessions with your partner over several weeks.
Malatya, MalatyaAges 15–19 - NCT06102941Recruiting
Cognitive training for OCD in kids aged 8 to 12
This study tests a cognitive training program to help young children with OCD. It's designed for kids whose OCD is their main problem and who are not currently on medication or in other therapy.
New York, New YorkAges 8–12 - NCT07529509Recruiting
Mental Health Support for Latino Adults in Connecticut
This study helps Latino adults in Connecticut who have serious mental health challenges and trauma but aren't currently in treatment. Researchers want to understand how to better engage and support this community.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT07542431Recruiting
How Dog Adoption Helps Veterans With Stress and Mental Health
This study explores whether adopting and training a shelter dog can improve stress symptoms and overall mental health in military veterans. Researchers will follow veterans in the Fort Lauderdale area who adopt dogs through the Humane Society to see if the bond with a trained dog helps their wellbeing.
Boca Raton, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT06228235Recruiting
Brain stimulation to reduce smoking cravings
This study tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation technique (rTMS) combined with a behavioral task can reduce your craving to smoke. It might help if you smoke regularly and want to cut back.
Morgantown, West VirginiaAges 18–60 - NCT06158880Recruiting
Alcohol and men's sexual risk behaviors
This study looks at how alcohol affects men's decisions about sex, especially risky behaviors like not using condoms. If you join, you may help researchers understand how to reduce HIV and STI risk.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 21–30 - NCT07543653Recruiting
Testing ways to reduce loneliness in young Chinese adults
This study tests different approaches to help young adults (ages 18–30) who feel lonely. Researchers want to see which methods work best to help people feel more connected.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 18–30 - NCT05624879Recruiting
Therapy for grief when caregiving has started
This study tests whether Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) can reduce intense “pre-loss” grief in people caring for a loved one who may die within 12 months. You may be able to join if you’re experiencing significant grief before the loss and don’t have certain mental health or substance-use issues.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 60 years+ - NCT07677527Recruiting
Post-traumatic growth support for emergency nurses
This study tests a program to help nurses in emergency units cope with stressful experiences and grow from them. It might be helpful if you've been through difficult events at work and want support.
MultanAges Any age - NCT06379971RecruitingPhase 1
Choline for cannabis use in pregnancy
This trial tests whether taking choline (a vitamin-like nutrient) during pregnancy can help protect the baby's brain development in women who use cannabis. It aims to understand if choline supplementation can reduce potential risks linked to cannabis use.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18–45 - NCT07068945Recruiting
Transition from child to adult psychiatry for teens in Nice
This study follows 17-year-olds receiving child psychiatric care in Nice who may need adult mental health services soon. It aims to understand how to improve the transition between child and adult psychiatry.
NiceAges 17–17 - NCT05980949RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term safety study of KarXT for Alzheimer's psychosis
This trial tests the long-term safety of an investigational drug called KarXT for people with psychosis caused by Alzheimer's disease. It is for those who have already completed a previous KarXT study and want to continue treatment.
Homewood, AlabamaAges 55–90 - NCT07283458Recruiting
Testing language learning in children in child psychiatry
This trial uses a tablet app to test how well children in child psychiatry services understand language and learn. It aims to better understand their needs and improve care.
ParisAges 3–7 - NCT07195019Recruiting
Women's Wellbeing Study for survivors of violence
This study tests whether a specially-designed yoga program can help women who have experienced interpersonal violence feel better. You would participate in yoga sessions and assessments to see if it reduces distress.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18–65 - NCT07594496Enrolling by invitation
Cannabis Withdrawal in Blood Cancer Patients During Stem Cell Transplant
This study looks at whether patients with blood cancers who use cannabis experience withdrawal symptoms when hospitalized for stem cell transplant or CAR-T therapy (a type of immunotherapy). Understanding these symptoms could help doctors better support patients during treatment.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT05973942Enrolling by invitation
Study of Wingman-Connect using Air Force base data
This study looks at how a program called Wingman-Connect affects people across certain U.S. Air Force bases. It uses existing data from multiple bases rather than testing a treatment on individual volunteers.
Rochester, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07191275Recruiting
TMS study on emotional image perception
This study uses transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), a non-invasive brain stimulation method, to see how it affects the way you perceive emotional images. It may help researchers understand brain processes related to emotions.
Basel, Canton of Basel-CityAges 18–30 - NCT07638046RecruitingPhase 2
Mindful Walking and Brain Function in Older Adults
This study looks at how mindful walking—combining walking with focused attention—affects thinking and memory in older adults at risk for dementia. Researchers will track your brain activity and daily movement to see if this approach helps protect brain health.
Columbia, South CarolinaAges 60 years+ - NCT07620756Recruiting
Stress relief program for Ukrainian hospital workers during war
This study tests an online stress-management program for hospital staff in Ukraine dealing with burnout during wartime. Participants complete questionnaires and online training sessions to help reduce stress and improve well-being.
Kyiv, Kyiv OblastAges 18–99 - NCT06181903Recruiting
Emotional freedom technique for stress in first-time pregnant women
This study tests a simple tapping routine called the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) to see if it helps first-time pregnant women feel better mentally and less stressed. You tap on certain spots on your body while focusing on your feelings.
Kahramanmaraş, OnikişubatAges 18 years+ - NCT06311162Recruiting
Early help for kids exposed to smoke at home
This study tests a digital program to help families with young children reduce their exposure to second-hand smoke. It aims to support parents who smoke and are interested in creating a healthier home environment.
BernAges Up to 5 years - NCT06716554Recruiting
Shatavari for menopausal symptoms in women
This study tests whether a natural herb called Shatavari can help with menopausal symptoms like hot flashes, sleep problems, and mood changes. It compares Shatavari to a placebo (a pill with no active ingredient) to see if it is safe and effective.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 45–55
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.