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
- NCT06104202Recruiting
Study on thinking patterns in burned-out healthcare workers
This study looks at certain thinking patterns (called early maladaptive schemas) in healthcare professionals who are experiencing burnout. It aims to understand how these patterns relate to burnout and may help improve care for burnout in the future.
ÉcullyAges 18 years+ - NCT05398484RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Psilocybin therapy for advanced cancer-related anxiety
This trial studies whether psilocybin (with support and therapy) can reduce anxiety in people with advanced cancer. It may help with distress and quality of life, while the study team monitors safety closely.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 21–100 - NCT07039370Recruiting
TMS for depression: looking for brain signals of response
This trial tests if brain scans or electrical signals can predict who will get better with TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) for depression. It is for people whose depression did not improve after trying two or more antidepressants.
Ankara, AnkaraAges 18–65 - NCT07039448Recruiting
Acupressure for constipation in adults with mental illness
This trial tests if learning and practicing acupressure on yourself can help relieve constipation in adults who are staying in a psychiatric hospital. You would receive training and practice at home for four weeks.
Tuenmen, New TerritoriesAges 18 years+ - NCT06802952Recruiting
Personalized magnetic brain stimulation for early psychosis risk
This study tests whether a type of magnetic brain stimulation (rTMS) can help people who are at high risk for psychosis. The stimulation is personalized using a brain scan called magnetoencephalography (MEG) to target the right areas.
ShanghaiAges 13–35 - NCT07143838Recruiting
Enhancing deep sleep to help depression
This study tests a gentle brain stimulation method (called transcranial electrical stimulation) during sleep to see if it can improve deep sleep and help with depression symptoms. It is for adults with moderate depression who also have some memory or thinking complaints.
Winston-Salem, North CarolinaAges 40–80 - NCT07048951Recruiting
Memory and awareness after ICU: understanding moments of disconnect
This trial studies episodes of lost or altered consciousness that some people experience after a long stay in the ICU. It aims to understand how these episodes affect memory and recovery.
Liège, LiègeAges 18 years+ - NCT07387146Recruiting
Community health worker support for mental health
This trial tests whether a community health worker can help reduce stress in adults who speak English or Spanish. If you feel stressed often, you may be able to join.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–120 - NCT05307432Enrolling by invitation
Telehealth safety planning after an ER visit for suicide risk
This study tests a phone/video-based “safety plan” service for adults after an ER visit related to suicide risk. It may help you (or the ER team) feel more prepared to stay safe and know what to do next after you leave the hospital.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07717229Recruiting
Biofeedback and VR for kids during dental injections
This trial tests if a video game-like biofeedback tool (BrightHearts) or virtual reality can help children feel calmer during a numbing injection for dental work. It may be a good fit for healthy kids ages 7–12 who need a shot in the lower jaw.
GizaAges 7–12 - NCT06989398Recruiting
ASCEND supervisor training for Dutch small businesses
This trial tests a training program for supervisors in Dutch companies with 10–250 employees. It aims to improve supervisor skills and employee well-being.
AmsterdamAges 18 years+ - NCT06097221Recruiting
Advancing sleep timing to improve depression
This trial tests whether advancing your sleep timing (going to bed and waking up earlier) can improve depression symptoms. It is for people recently discharged from a psychiatric hospital who have a delayed sleep schedule.
Copenhagen, FrederiksbergAges 18 years+ - NCT07055217Recruiting
Mindfulness or brain training for teenagers stuck in negative thoughts
This trial tests two types of brain training—mindfulness and neurofeedback—to see if they can help teenagers and young adults who get stuck in repetitive negative thinking. Participants will do brain exercises while inside an MRI scanner and track their moods on a phone app.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 13–21 - NCT06095310Recruiting
Understanding severe depression in hospitalized patients
This study looks at the clinical and psychiatric features of severe depression in adults who are hospitalized. It aims to better understand the condition and improve care.
LilleAges 18 years+ - NCT06094218Recruiting
Developing a suicide prevention tool for active duty members
This study is for active duty service members who are getting mental health care and have had recent suicidal thoughts. The goal is to develop a tool that helps predict how well treatments may work for preventing suicide, so you and your provider can make better decisions.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06093282Enrolling by invitation
Community activity program for health and mood
This study tests if a community-based activity program can improve both mood and heart health in people who have limited access to healthcare or live in less-resourced neighborhoods. You may be able to join if you have symptoms of depression and are not very physically active or have a higher body weight.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07705776Recruiting
SanaMente: A peer-led program for Latino/a well-being
This trial tests a peer-led program called SanaMente to help rural Latino/a adults manage stress, improve mood, and prevent or manage chronic health conditions like diabetes or heart disease. You'll join either group or one-on-one sessions focused on emotional and physical health.
Carbondale, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT07627646Recruiting
Robot-Assisted Learning for Nursing Mental Health Skills
This study tests whether learning with a robot helps nursing students improve their communication skills, emotional understanding, and professional confidence in mental health care. You'd participate in robot-based simulation sessions alongside your regular coursework.
DammamAges 17–27 - NCT07644091Recruiting
Caregiver Stress and Life Quality in Liver Cancer Care
This study looks at how caring for a family member with liver or bile duct cancer affects the caregiver's own stress, emotional well-being, and quality of life. Your feedback helps doctors understand and better support families facing this diagnosis.
Richardson, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT07628569Recruiting
Yoga and values work to help parents of children with special needs
This study tests whether yoga classes and talking about your personal values can help parents of children with special needs feel less stressed and better able to manage their emotions. You would attend group sessions combining gentle movement and conversations about what matters most to you.
ÇorumAges 18 years+ - NCT07637747Recruiting
Mental Health Decision Aids: Impact and Patient Experience
This study looks at how decision aids—tools that help you understand your treatment options—work in mental health care. Researchers want to learn if these tools help patients like you make better choices about your care.
OdenseAges 18 years+ - NCT07564635Recruiting
Roots for Life: Mental Health Support in Schools
This study tests a program designed to strengthen mental health and well-being in school communities across Chile and Ecuador. Researchers will work with children, teachers, and parents to understand how the program helps kids feel better emotionally and socially.
Achao, ChiloeAges 5 years+ - NCT07527052Recruiting
Teen Mental Health and Social Media Study
This study looks at how social media might help teens who have thoughts about hurting themselves feel better. Researchers will ask you questions online and track how you're doing over time.
Miami, FloridaAges 12–17 - NCT07563335Enrolling by invitation
Mental health support for parents of children with leukemia in Pakistan
This study offers a 12-week program designed to help parents and guardians manage the emotional stress of caring for a child with leukemia. The program is tailored to where you are in your caregiving journey and includes counseling and coping strategies.
Peshawar, Khyber PakhtunkhwaAges 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.