Psychiatry
Mental health clinical trials
Depression, anxiety, and other mental-health and behavioral conditions. We’re tracking 8,199 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable6,804
- Phase 2511
- Phase 1256
- Phase 3244
- Phase 4214
- Phase 1/Phase 298
- Phase 2/Phase 372
Top conditions
- Depression419
- Anxiety411
- Alzheimer Disease342
- Autism Spectrum Disorder258
- Dementia227
- Mild Cognitive Impairment201
- Schizophrenia192
- Major Depressive Disorder188
- Cognitive Impairment157
- Insomnia154
- Alcohol Use Disorder150
- Opioid Use Disorder145
- Stress136
- PTSD110
- Autism95
- Mental Health92
- Suicidal Ideation92
- Anxiety Disorders83
Leading sponsors
- VA Office of Research and Development104
- Yale University96
- 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
- California528
- New York267
- Massachusetts261
- Texas224
- Maryland176
- Pennsylvania174
- Florida154
- Alabama118
- Arizona117
- Connecticut114
Recruiting studies8,198 total
- NCT06732310Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Prenatal and early childhood program to reduce child maltreatment
This study tests whether a program that starts during pregnancy and continues after birth can help reduce child abuse and neglect. It looks at how these programs work for mothers who have experienced intimate partner violence.
Notre Dame, IndianaAges 3 years+ - NCT06866028Recruiting
Brain training to improve emotion regulation using fNIRS feedback
This trial uses a brain imaging technique called fNIRS (a safe, non-invasive headband) to give you real-time feedback on your brain activity. The goal is to help you learn to improve your emotion regulation. It may be helpful if you have no major mental health conditions and want to try a new way to manage emotions.
Hong KongAges 18–30 - NCT07012499Enrolling by invitation
Remote monitoring for home dialysis patients
This trial tests a remote monitoring system for people on automated peritoneal dialysis (APD) at home. It aims to see if this technology improves quality of life and mental health.
Wŏnju, KangwondoAges 18 years+ - NCT07225179Recruiting
Mobile help for caregivers of young adults with early psychosis
This study tests a mobile app (Bolster) designed to support caregivers of young adults who have recently experienced psychosis. It aims to provide resources and connections to help you care for your loved one and yourself.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06756139Recruiting
Mobile app therapy for stubborn stomach upset
This study tests if a mobile app teaching cognitive behavioral therapy (a way to change thinking patterns) can help people with stubborn stomach pain or discomfort. It might benefit those whose symptoms haven't improved with usual medicines.
Haikou, HainanAges 18–80 - NCT06287216Recruiting
A mental health program comparison study
This trial compares a new mental health program to standard care for adults. It studies if the program helps improve well-being.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07009522RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Emotion training group for autistic teens
This trial tests a group training program to help autistic teenagers understand and manage their emotions. It aims to improve emotional awareness and regulation skills.
Hamburg, Free and Hanseatic City of HamburgAges 13–18 - NCT07010003Recruiting
Ear acupressure for anxiety and pain during heart surgery
This trial tests whether small ear acupressure beads can help reduce anxiety and pain in adults having planned heart surgery. The beads are placed on specific ear points and are easy to use.
StuttgartAges 18 years+ - NCT06775249Enrolling by invitation
Quick mindfulness training for Antarctica crew
This trial offers a quick mindfulness training program for the winter crew at Concordia Station in Antarctica. It aims to study how this training can help people cope with the stress of living in an isolated and confined environment.
AntarcticaAges 18 years+ - NCT07008183Recruiting
Understanding mood changes during and after pregnancy
This study looks at women who are pregnant or just had a baby and are having their first psychiatric visit related to this pregnancy. It aims to understand how mood changes during this time might be linked to the thymus gland, which helps control the immune system.
Bordeaux, New AquitaineAges 18 years+ - NCT07226401Recruiting
Virtual village for young parents
This study tests a virtual support program for young parents, looking at whether it helps with parenting skills and well-being. If you join, you'll take part in online group sessions with other young parents.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 16–21 - NCT07365553Recruiting
Omega-3 for autism in children and teens
This trial tests whether omega-3 supplements can help children and teens with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It aims to see if taking omega-3 improves core symptoms like social communication and behavior.
Taichung, TaichungAges 6–17 - NCT06592651Recruiting
A fun program to strengthen family resilience after war evacuation
This trial offers a playful online program for parents and their young children (ages 3-6) who were evacuated from war zones. The program aims to help families build strength and connection during this difficult time.
HaifaAges 18–70 - NCT06593379Recruiting
Mobile app study for veterans with suicidal thoughts
This study tests a mobile app designed to help veterans who are having suicidal thoughts but don't have an immediate plan to hurt themselves. The goal is to see if the app can reduce these thoughts and provide support between therapy sessions.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT07450144Recruiting
Chatbot to Help Reduce Alcohol in Fatty Liver Disease
This study tests a chatbot that helps people with fatty liver disease reduce how much they drink. If you drink regularly and are ready to change, this tool could support you.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT06734767Enrolling by invitation
Mindfulness course for stress and burnout in doctors
This trial is testing a mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) course to see if it helps doctors and medical faculty feel less stressed and burned out. It is open to any physician at Mount Sinai.
New York, New YorkAges Any age - NCT05967364Enrolling by invitation
Career coaching training for new Air Force trainees
This study tests a career-enhancement training program delivered during different stages of Air Force training. It may help new trainees build skills for career growth across their early time in service.
Rochester, New YorkAges 18–40 - NCT06991621Recruiting
Can puzzle games help nursing students cope with death anxiety?
This trial tests whether playing special situation puzzle games can help nursing students feel less anxious about death and find more meaning in life. If you are a third-year nursing student who hasn't started clinical internships yet, this study might be for you.
Shenyang, LiaoningAges 1.5 years+ - NCT07727239Recruiting
Brain stimulation trial for people with narcolepsy type 1
This trial tests a non-invasive brain stimulation method called temporal interference to target the hypothalamus. It aims to help reduce excessive daytime sleepiness in people with narcolepsy type 1.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 12–60 - NCT01809080Enrolling by invitation
Intern and medical student health check study
This study looks at the health of new interns and some final-year medical students in several training programs. It may help improve care and support for people early in their medical careers.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges Any age - NCT06944847Recruiting
Vaping and smoking study for people with schizophrenia
This study looks at habits of vaping and smoking in people with schizophrenia. It may help researchers understand how to better support people who want to reduce or quit nicotine use.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 21–50 - NCT06874491Recruiting
Breathing treatment fun for kids 4-6
This study tests if special distractions can help young children feel more comfortable during their first breathing treatment. If your child is 4 to 6 years old and otherwise healthy, they might be able to join.
ErzurumAges 4–6 - NCT06138405Recruiting
Dental training for kids and dentists
This study tests a program to help dental providers and parents interact better with children during dental visits. The goal is to make the experience less stressful and more effective for everyone.
Fayetteville, ArkansasAges 18–99 - 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
Common questions
- How many mental health clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 8,199 recruiting psychiatry studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 13,332 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.