7 Recruiting Trials

Clinical Trials
for Anxiety in Michigan

7 clinical trials for Anxiety are currently recruiting participants at study sites in Michigan. Study-related care is provided at no cost.

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Anxiety clinical trials in Michigan: what to expect

Anxiety trials study generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, panic disorder and often post-traumatic stress alongside them. The treatments under study range from new medicines and repurposed ones to cognitive behavioral therapy delivered in person, by video or through an app, virtual-reality exposure, and brain stimulation. Many are run by universities and some can be completed largely online, with a small number of in-person visits.

In Michigan, recruiting anxiety studies are concentrated in Ann Arbor, Detroit, Novi and Pokagon. 2 of the 7 are run by a drug or device company, which usually means a larger study with travel reimbursement; the rest are academic or hospital-led.

Who anxiety trials usually look for

Trials name the diagnosis they study and set a minimum symptom score on a standard questionnaire, confirmed by a clinician interview at screening. Adults 18 to 65 are the usual range, with separate studies for teenagers and older adults. Typical exclusions are bipolar disorder, psychosis, a current substance use disorder and, for some medicine trials, daily benzodiazepine use. Stable antidepressant treatment is often allowed.

What taking part involves

After a screening interview, medicine trials run eight to twelve weeks with visits every one to two weeks, questionnaires and sometimes blood work; placebo arms are common. Therapy trials involve weekly sessions for eight to sixteen weeks, often with a comparison group that gets the program later. Some studies add brain imaging or a wearable to track sleep and heart rate. Everything study-related is free, and most trials pay for your time.

Questions worth asking the study team

Which visits must be in person; whether you can continue your current medicine or therapy; the chance of placebo or of a waiting-list group; and what support is available if symptoms get worse during the study.

Showing 7 of 7 recruiting Anxiety trials in Michigan

Cannabidiol-Assisted Learning for Managing Generalized Anxiety Disorder
PHASE3 Detroit, Michigan NCT07123467
This trial is looking for adults with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) who want to try cannabidiol with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Participants will need to meet certain health criteria and take part in different study sessions.
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Study of ITI-1284 as an Adjunctive Treatment in Patients With Generalized Anxiety Disorder
PHASE2 Glendale, California +4 sites NCT06480383
This trial is looking for adults with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) who have not responded well to their current GAD treatment. Participants will take a new medication, ITI-1284, alongside their ongoing treatment.
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RE104 Safety and Efficacy Study in Generalized Anxiety Disorder
PHASE2 Birmingham, Alabama +4 sites NCT07489651
This trial is looking for people with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) to see if a single injection of RE104 can help reduce their anxiety symptoms. Participants will be compared to those receiving a placebo, which is an inactive treatment.
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Impact of Therapy Dogs on Child Anxiety and Behavior During Local Anesthesia for Dental Procedures
NA Ann Arbor, Michigan NCT06725134
This trial is looking for children aged 4 to 12 who need dental care involving local anesthesia. Participants will be observed while receiving a numbing injection, both with and without a therapy dog present, to see if it helps them feel more comfortable.
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Neurofeedback Enhanced Cognitive Reappraisal Training - Phase 4
NA Ann Arbor, Michigan NCT06563310
This trial is looking for young adults with anxiety disorders to understand how brain activity affects emotion regulation. Participants will use a tool that helps control brain activity while receiving feedback during training sessions.
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Family Acceptance Project Online (Pilot RCT)
PHASE2 Ann Arbor, Michigan NCT06839859
This trial is looking for LGBTQ+ youth of color aged 14 to 25 and their caregivers to take part in an online program. Participants will join a nine-week course to help improve family support and acceptance.
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Family Spirit Strengths
NA Pokagon, Michigan +2 sites NCT05836090
This trial is looking for women who are pregnant or caring for a young child and have concerns about their mental health or substance use. Participants will receive support through the Family Spirit Strengths program, aimed at helping them build skills and connections.
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Where the Anxiety studies are in Michigan

  • University of Michigan, Ann Arbor2 trials
  • Henry Ford Medical Center - Columbus, Novi1 trial
  • Michigan Clinical Research Institute, Ann Arbor1 trial
  • Pokagon Health Services, Pokagon1 trial
  • University of Michigan School of Dentistry Children's Clinic, Ann Arbor1 trial
  • Wayne State University School of Medicine, Tolan Park Medical Building, Detroit1 trial

Counts are recruiting studies listing at least one site in Michigan, from ClinicalTrials.gov, refreshed every two days.

Anxiety clinical trials in Michigan: common questions

How many Anxiety clinical trials are recruiting in Michigan?
TrialFinder currently lists 7 recruiting Anxiety clinical trials with study sites in Michigan. Results are updated regularly from ClinicalTrials.gov, the official U.S. registry of clinical studies.
Where are Anxiety clinical trials located in Michigan?
Study sites for the Anxiety trials listed on this page include Detroit, Ann Arbor, Pokagon. Each trial page lists every participating site with contact details, so you can find the location closest to you.
Do I need insurance to join a Anxiety clinical trial in Michigan?
No. Study-related care is covered by the trial sponsor at no cost to participants, including the study treatment, required lab tests and study visits. Many Anxiety trials in Michigan also compensate participants for time and travel. Health insurance is not required to search or enroll.
How do I qualify for a Anxiety clinical trial in Michigan?
Each study sets its own criteria based on age, Anxiety diagnosis details, prior treatments, current medications and general health. The fastest way to find out is to contact a research site directly — most will pre-screen you by phone in 10 to 15 minutes at no charge. You can also create a free TrialFinder profile to be matched automatically.
Can I take part in an anxiety trial if I am already in therapy?
Often yes for medicine trials, if the therapy is ongoing and stable. Trials testing a therapy usually ask that you are not starting another one at the same time. The listing states its rule.
Are there anxiety studies I can do online?
Yes. Many app-based and video-therapy studies are mostly remote, though most still need one or two in-person visits, so distance to the site still matters.
Is there a placebo in anxiety trials?
Medicine trials usually include a placebo arm and say so in the consent form. Therapy trials compare against usual care or a group that receives the program after a delay.
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