Talk therapy for depression and anxiety
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests a type of talk therapy called dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) adapted to help people with emotional disorders like depression or anxiety. It aims to improve emotional regulation and reduce symptoms.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be able to read and understand Chinese (Mandarin) well enough to fill out study questionnaires.
- You must currently have a diagnosis of depression or an anxiety disorder, confirmed by a doctor's interview.
- You cannot have a learning disability (intellectual disability), bipolar disorder, or a psychotic disorder.
- You cannot have had a substance use problem (like alcohol or drug addiction) in the past three months.
- You cannot have had a recent suicide attempt or be at serious risk of suicide right now.
- You must be willing to keep your psychiatric medication at the same dose for the first six weeks of the study (unless your doctor says a change is needed).
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study tests a new type of talk therapy called 'process-based therapy' for people whose anxiety or depression has not gotten better with at least two prior treatments. The goal is to see if this approach can help when standard treatments have not worked.
This trial is testing a type of talk therapy called Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), adapted for teenagers in Taiwan who struggle with strong emotions like sadness, worry, or hyperactivity. The study will see if this culturally-adjusted therapy helps teens feel better and manage their emotions.
This trial tests a digital therapy (a phone- or computer-based program) that teaches you skills to manage depression. It is designed for Chinese-speaking teens who have moderate to severe depression and are not currently receiving other treatment.
This study tests a type of talk therapy (called transdiagnostic CBT) that helps with different anxiety disorders. If you have an anxiety disorder, this treatment may be a good fit for you.
This study tests a digital “cognitive behavioral therapy” program with peer support to help Spanish-speaking adults with depression or anxiety. It may help you manage symptoms using structured online tools and guided peer interaction.
This trial tests whether peer support from someone who has been through similar struggles can help reduce anxiety and depression symptoms. It's for Spanish-speaking adults who have internet access and are not currently in talk therapy.
Hear when a new Depressive Disorder trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.