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
- NCT06706674RecruitingPhase 3
Testing lumateperone for irritability in teens with autism
This study tests an investigational medication called lumateperone to see if it can reduce irritability in children and teens with autism. It is for teenagers aged 13–17 whose irritability is causing significant problems.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 5–17 - NCT06724757Enrolling by invitation
Caregiver health survey for ages 50+
This online survey asks caregivers aged 50 and over about their experiences. It aims to understand the needs of caregivers living in Quebec, so researchers can better support people like you.
Montreal, QuebecAges 50 years+ - NCT06954064Enrolling by invitation
Stress and emotion study for young people
This study uses a smartphone app to track how young people respond to stress in daily life. It may help understand emotions and coping strategies.
Cluj-Napoca, ClujAges 10–24 - NCT06968351Recruiting
Animal-assisted program for people in custody
This study tests whether spending time with trained dogs can improve well-being for people in correctional settings. It aims to understand if animal-assisted activities can be helpful and safe.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT06967922Recruiting
Cognitive behavior therapy for acute insomnia
This trial tests if a specific type of talking therapy called analytic-integrative cognitive behavioral therapy can help people with new-onset insomnia (trouble sleeping for less than 3 months). It aims to improve sleep quality and reduce stress related to sleep problems.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT06964399Recruiting
Reminiscence therapy for older adults
This study tests whether reminiscence therapy (looking back on positive memories) helps improve well-being in older adults. It may be a good fit if you are 65 or older and free from serious mental health issues or dementia.
ElâzığAges 65–100 - NCT06716996Recruiting
Brain stimulation for mood problems after COVID-19
This study tests if repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), a non-invasive brain stimulation technique, can help people aged 18 to 65 who have ongoing depression or low mood for more than 12 weeks after a confirmed COVID-19 infection. The treatment uses magnetic pulses to gently stimulate parts of the brain involved in mood regulation.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 18–65 - NCT05837039Recruiting
Comparing caregiver and nurse views of discomfort in advanced cancer
This study compares how healthcare providers and family caregivers judge discomfort in people with advanced cancer who are very hard to rouse and may be actively dying. It aims to understand whether caregiver and staff perceptions match, which could improve comfort care for patients near the end of life.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06960187Recruiting
Mental health pilot for young Ethiopian/Eritrean adults
This study tests a mental health pilot program for young Ethiopian and Eritrean adults in the Atlanta area. It involves weekly group meetings to see if it helps improve well-being.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18–29 - NCT03276793Recruiting
Brain connectivity study in people with depression
This study looks at brain “connectivity” (how different brain areas talk to each other) in people with depression. You may be able to join if you are already getting once-daily TMS to a specific brain area at Brigham and Women’s or Massachusetts General, and you can safely complete MRI scans.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05842928Recruiting
Deprescribing risky medicines in older adults with many medications
This study tests a patient-centered plan to safely reduce certain medicines that may cause side effects in older people who take many drugs. It aims to improve safety and comfort by lowering unnecessary use while keeping you well.
BielefeldAges 65 years+ - NCT06951542Enrolling by invitation
Reducing HIV and mental health stigma in Malawi
This study tests a program to reduce stigma for people living with HIV who also have symptoms of depression. It aims to improve mental health and HIV outcomes.
MulanjeAges 18 years+ - NCT05846282Recruiting
Student program to reduce mental health strain of resilience
This study is looking at ways to reduce the mental health and health burdens some students carry while trying to be “resilient.” It is for certain high school students in specific grades and backgrounds, to see if the program can help them feel better.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 13 years+ - NCT06081218Recruiting
Exercise and brain function in cannabis users
This study looks at how a single session of exercise affects brain function and memory in regular cannabis users compared to non-users. You will exercise on a bike or watch a movie, and then do memory tests and a blood draw.
LilleAges 18–35 - NCT06162689Enrolling by invitation
Mental health study for mothers and families
This study follows up with mothers, children, and co-parents who took part in an earlier mental health study. Researchers want to learn how family mental health changes over time and what factors may help or challenge families.
LondonAges Any age - NCT06947369Recruiting
Support for First-Time Moms with Childbirth Fears
This study offers special education sessions for first-time pregnant women who have significant fears about childbirth. The goal is to help you feel more prepared, less scared, and more confident about becoming a mother.
Kilis, MerkezAges Any age - NCT07321171Recruiting
Stepped care for children and teens with suicidal thoughts
This study tests a stepped-care program for young people who are having suicidal thoughts or have made a suicide attempt. The goal is to see if this type of care helps reduce those feelings and behaviors.
Petah TikvaAges 6–18 - NCT05393622Recruiting
Brain stimulation trial for severe, treatment-resistant depression
This study tests an implanted form of brain stimulation for people with severe depression that has not improved with multiple medication trials. If you qualify, you would have brain scans and surgery planning, then follow a treatment-and-safety plan for several months.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 21–80 - NCT06939426Recruiting
Music therapy for emergency department staff
This study tests whether listening to music and participating in music therapy can help healthcare workers in the emergency department feel less stressed and more humanized at work. It's a four-week program with eight sessions just for nursing staff.
Bogotá, Bogota D.C.Ages Any age - NCT06941324Recruiting
Therapy to help teens and young adults with cancer feel better
This study tests a short-term therapy called Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to help teens and young adults with cancer reduce emotional distress. It's designed for people who are currently in treatment or have finished treatment within the last 5 years.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 15–39 - NCT06936826Recruiting
An international survey for emergency care experts
This study brings together experts in emergency care to agree on best practices. You may be asked to share your opinions in a survey.
BaselAges 18 years+ - NCT06571916Recruiting
Brief skills for safer living
This study tests a short therapy program that teaches practical skills to help people cope with thoughts of suicide. It aims to see if learning these skills can make a difference in staying safe.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06882798Recruiting
New support program for Latinx teens with suicidal thoughts
This study tests a new support program for Latinx teens who have had serious thoughts about suicide or a suicide crisis in the past year. It involves working with both you and your family to find ways to help you feel safer and more supported.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 12–18 - NCT06014125Recruiting
Tele-education for moderate depression
This study tests a remote education program (tele-education) for people with moderate depression who recently started an antidepressant. The program helps you learn skills to manage your mood, and you can take part from home.
Toulouse, OccitanieAges 18 years+
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.