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
- NCT06315075Recruiting
Dialectical behavior therapy for teens with self-harm
This trial tests a therapy called dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) for teenagers who have hurt themselves or had suicidal thoughts in the last six months. The goal is to see if DBT helps reduce self-harm and suicidal feelings.
Bergen, BergenAges 13–18 - NCT07639697Recruiting
Stress Training via Phone for Young Adults
This study tests a phone-based program to help young adults (ages 18–30) manage stress. You'll use a smartphone app and wear a small monitor for 14 days to see if guided training can help you feel better.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–30 - NCT05856552Recruiting
Study on how depression affects older women’s health
This study looks at how depression impacts the health and social life of older women. It aims to understand the effects of depression so care and support can improve.
Chennai, Tamil NaduAges 55 years+ - NCT07063862RecruitingPhase 3
Psychedelic microdose for emotional distress in advanced illness
This trial tests whether very low doses of psilocybin (a psychedelic substance) can help reduce emotional distress in people with a life-limiting illness. If you are receiving palliative care and feeling anxious or depressed, this study might offer a way to explore a new treatment option.
Brampton, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07184294Recruiting
Massage therapy for anxiety during chemo
This study tests different types of massage therapy to see if they can help reduce anxiety while you are getting chemotherapy. It is for people who have already had at least one chemo session, feel anxious, and have at least six more infusions scheduled.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07032636Recruiting
Reducing crises and suicide in the Idaho Army National Guard
This study tests a program to help reduce crises and prevent suicide among members of the Idaho Army National Guard. It uses questionnaires and interviews to see if the program makes a difference.
Boise, IdahoAges 18 years+ - NCT07069010Recruiting
Palliative care education for ICU staff
This trial studies whether a tele-palliative care education program can reduce burnout in ICU clinicians. It involves completing surveys before and during the program.
AthensAges Any age - NCT05703685RecruitingPhase 1
Imaging brain inflammation target in depression with PET
This Phase 1 study uses a PET brain scan tracer to see how a specific brain target (PDE4B) is involved in major depressive disorder (MDD). It’s mainly testing whether the imaging approach works and what it shows in people with depression who meet specific safety and medication rules.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–70 - NCT06694584Recruiting
Tea(m)Time program to strengthen hospital team resilience
This study tests a program called Tea(m)Time, which is a structured team break to help hospital staff handle stress and work better together. It is designed to support your mental well-being at work.
Bad KreuznachAges 18 years+ - NCT07687524Recruiting
Study on parent-child interaction for healthy growth
This study looks at how parents and children interact day to day to help support healthy growth. It tests a program that teaches parents about everyday behavior patterns to strengthen their relationship with their child.
Singapore, SingaporeAges 2–65 - NCT06223867Recruiting
Jaspr Health app for suicide prevention in the emergency department
This trial tests whether using the Jaspr Health app in the emergency department helps people who are having thoughts of suicide or have recently attempted suicide. The app is designed to provide support and coping strategies.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06311591Enrolling by invitation
Jaspr Health for suicide risk in the emergency department
This study tests a program called Jaspr Health, which is designed to help people who are at risk for suicide. If you are in the emergency department, Jaspr may give you tools and support to help you feel safer.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT07041463Recruiting
Support program for family caregivers of young people with first episode psychosis
This study tests a support program for family members caring for a young adult (18-35) who recently had a first episode of psychosis (within the last 6 months). The program is led by a specially trained nurse and aims to help caregivers better understand and support their loved one.
BoharsAges 18 years+ - NCT07135479Enrolling by invitation
Mental health first aid for South Asian American adults
This study tests whether a program called Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) helps South Asian American adults who work with South Asian American youth feel more confident supporting young people's mental health. You may be eligible if you work with youth in this community and haven't taken the training before.
College Park, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05691647Recruiting
Testing timing-based treatment for a new depressive episode
This trial studies whether “chronotherapy” (carefully timing daily activities/therapies) can help people with a new moderate to severe depression episode. You may be eligible if your depression is recent and fairly severe, and if your daily schedule can support the timing plan.
TrondheimAges 18–100 - NCT06126224RecruitingPhase 3
Testing KarXT for Alzheimer's-related psychosis
This clinical trial tests an investigational oral medication called KarXT for treating psychosis (hallucinations or delusions) in people with Alzheimer's disease. The study aims to see if the drug can safely reduce these symptoms.
Chandler, ArizonaAges 55–90 - NCT06522243Recruiting
Mindful parenting for parents of teens with special needs
This trial explores a mindful parenting program designed for parents or caregivers of teenagers with special educational needs. It aims to help reduce stress and improve family relationships.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT06279013Recruiting
Phone check-ins to manage symptoms during oral cancer treatment
This study tests two ways of using telephone check-ins to help people manage side effects and emotional distress while taking oral anti-cancer pills at home. If you are starting or recently started an oral anti-cancer drug, you may be able to join.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07132099Recruiting
Suicide prevention therapy for recent attempt survivors
This trial tests two talk therapies, ASSIP and ACT, to help people who have recently attempted suicide. It aims to find which approach better reduces future risk.
Eslamshahr, Tehran ProvinceAges 18 years+ - NCT07131215Recruiting
Smart technology for health in early menopause
This trial tests whether a smartphone-based program can help monitor and improve the physical and mental health of women who have recently gone through menopause. It aims to see if technology can support healthy lifestyle changes during this transition.
TainanAges 40–65 - NCT05935553RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Baclofen to help taper benzodiazepines more safely
This trial tests whether baclofen can make it easier to reduce (taper) benzodiazepines in people who have been dependent for a long time and previously had trouble stopping. If you can safely take part, it may help improve the tapering process and reduce withdrawal problems.
BronAges 18–65 - NCT05927350Recruiting
Transgender and gender-diverse teens research participation
This study is looking for teens ages 15 to 21 who identify as transgender or gender-diverse (their gender identity is different from the sex they were assigned at birth). Your participation may help researchers better understand and support transgender and gender-diverse youth.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 15–21 - NCT07096141Recruiting
Emotion regulation training for university students
This study tests a program to help university students improve how they handle emotions. If you are a Bogazici University student who struggles with emotional ups and downs, this trial may offer strategies to feel better.
IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT07554729Recruiting
Understanding Suicide Attempts and Recovery in Spain
This study follows people who have attempted suicide to better understand what leads to these attempts and how to help prevent them in the future. Researchers will track participants over time to identify patterns and risk factors.
Barcelona, CataloniaAges 12 years+
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.