Mental health Clinical Trials in San Juan Capistrano, CA

As of June 2026, 3 paid clinical trials are recruiting for Mental health in San Juan Capistrano, California. Mental health research covers new pharmacotherapies, psychotherapies, and digital interventions for depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and sleep — including treatments for treatment-resistant cases. Compensation typically covers time, travel, and study visits, and many studies also include study-related medical care at no cost.

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About research studies in San Juan Capistrano

San Juan Capistrano has approximately 4 recruiting research studies across a wide range of therapeutic areas. California hosts a dense network of world-class research institutions, including UC San Diego Health, Stanford Medicine, UCLA Health, UCSF, City of Hope, and Scripps Research. The state's thriving biotech corridor and diverse patient population make it a national hub for both early-phase and late-phase clinical research.

Top Research Study Locations in San Juan Capistrano

Researchers run research studies in San Juan Capistrano, CA at 4 active sites. The clinics below currently host the largest number of recruiting studies — each name is followed by the conditions they focus on most.

SiteSpecializes inActive trials
Inland Psychiatric Medical GroupPost Traumatic Stress Disorder1
Inland Psychiatric Medical Group IncMajor Depressive Disorder1
Inland Psychiatric Medical Group Inc (IPMG Research)Depression, Depression - Major Depressive Disorder, Depression Disorder1
Local Institution - 0115Irritability Associated With Autism Spectrum Disorder1

Active & Upcoming Studies in San Juan Capistrano (2026)

Recruiting trials in San Juan Capistrano grouped by therapeutic area, drawn from ClinicalTrials.gov. Each bucket shows the most recent example studies.

Mental health & behavior (1 active study)

Common conditions studied in San Juan Capistrano

  • Depression (1 active study). Depression studies test rapid-acting antidepressants including ketamine derivatives, psilocybin-assisted therapy, and neuromodulation approaches.
  • Depression - Major Depressive Disorder (1 active study). Depression studies test rapid-acting antidepressants including ketamine derivatives, psilocybin-assisted therapy, and neuromodulation approaches.
  • Depression Disorder (1 active study). Depression studies test rapid-acting antidepressants including ketamine derivatives, psilocybin-assisted therapy, and neuromodulation approaches.
  • Depression Disorders (1 active study). Depression studies test rapid-acting antidepressants including ketamine derivatives, psilocybin-assisted therapy, and neuromodulation approaches.
  • Depression in Adults (1 active study). Depression studies test rapid-acting antidepressants including ketamine derivatives, psilocybin-assisted therapy, and neuromodulation approaches.
  • Irritability Associated With Autism Spectrum Disorder (1 active study). Recruiting Irritability Associated With Autism Spectrum Disorder studies evaluate investigational treatments, diagnostics, and supportive care approaches to improve patient outcomes.

Leading research sponsors in San Juan Capistrano

  • Cybin IRL Limited
  • Bristol-Myers Squibb
  • Transcend Therapeutics

Local regulations and guidelines

Clinical trials in California are governed by U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP) standards, and federal HIPAA privacy rules. Every study is reviewed by an Institutional Review Board (IRB) to protect participant safety and ensure informed consent. In addition, California-specific protections such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the Confidentiality of Medical Information Act (CMIA) impose stringent data-privacy requirements on research involving California residents.

Compensation & what to expect

How payment typically works
Compensation is most often provided through reloadable electronic study cards or direct deposit, paid out per completed visit rather than as a lump sum. Amounts vary by the time required, the number of visits, and the study's complexity — overnight stays and inpatient pharmacology studies generally pay more than short outpatient surveys. The exact amount is disclosed in writing during informed consent before any visit.
Healthy volunteers
Healthy participants aged 18 and older can earn compensation by joining vaccine, pharmacology, and biomarker studies in San Juan Capistrano. These trials check how a new drug or vaccine behaves in healthy bodies before later-phase testing. Many sites maintain a healthy-volunteer registry so you hear about new opportunities first.
What's included beyond payment
Most trials cover study-related medical care at no cost — physical exams, lab work, imaging, the investigational treatment itself, and follow-up visits with the research team. Insurance is not required to participate. Free check-ups and access to specialists are common reasons participants return for additional studies.
Travel and time
Many sponsors reimburse travel, parking, mileage, and lost wages for visit days. Long-running studies and trials that require frequent visits often raise stipends accordingly. Ask the study coordinator for the visit schedule and reimbursement policy before you commit.
Asking about compensation
Compensation is set per protocol and per site, so figures are not published in trial registries. The fastest way to confirm payment for a specific study is to contact the recruiting site listed on the study record. Coordinators are accustomed to this question and will quote the per-visit and total amounts up front.

How to find a clinical trial in San Juan Capistrano

Hipa.ai aggregates every recruiting study in San Juan Capistrano from ClinicalTrials.gov and refreshes the list daily. Use the filters above to narrow by condition, facility, age, phase, or healthy-volunteer eligibility, then click any study title to view full details — eligibility criteria, intervention, location, and sponsor contact information. To enroll, reach out to the central study contact listed on the study detail page; the research coordinator will walk you through the screening process.

Frequently asked questions

How many paid clinical trials are currently recruiting in San Juan Capistrano?

There are approximately 4 recruiting clinical trials in San Juan Capistrano, California listed on ClinicalTrials.gov. The number changes weekly as new studies open and others close enrollment.

Do clinical trials in San Juan Capistrano pay participants?

Most recruiting trials in San Juan Capistrano compensate participants for their time, travel, and study visits. Compensation varies by sponsor, study phase, and visit requirements — the exact amount is disclosed by the study team during the informed consent process.

Who can participate in a clinical trial in San Juan Capistrano?

Eligibility depends on the specific study. Each trial defines its own inclusion criteria (age, diagnosis, medical history, prior treatments) and exclusion criteria. Both patients with specific conditions and healthy volunteers can qualify, depending on the study design.

What conditions are most commonly studied in San Juan Capistrano?

The most common conditions under active study in San Juan Capistrano include Depression (1), Depression - Major Depressive Disorder (1), Depression Disorder (1), Depression Disorders (1), among many others. Browse the list above to explore every recruiting trial.

Are there clinical trials for healthy volunteers in San Juan Capistrano?

Yes. Healthy-volunteer studies — often early-phase pharmacology or vaccine trials — recruit in San Juan Capistrano on an ongoing basis. Use the "Healthy volunteers only" filter above to view trials that accept participants without the study's target condition.

How do I enroll in a clinical trial in San Juan Capistrano?

Click any study title above to see the full study record, including eligibility criteria, visit schedule, and the study team's contact information. Reach out to the central contact or recruiting site directly — they will guide you through screening and informed consent.

Where can I take part in paid clinical trials in San Juan Capistrano?

Recruiting research sites in San Juan Capistrano include Inland Psychiatric Medical Group, Inland Psychiatric Medical Group Inc, Inland Psychiatric Medical Group Inc (IPMG Research), among others. Each site lists its open studies and contact information on the study record above — call or email the site coordinator to ask about screening for a specific protocol.

What kinds of studies are recruiting in San Juan Capistrano right now?

The largest active categories in San Juan Capistrano are Mental health & behavior (1). Use the filters above to narrow by therapeutic area, phase, age, or healthy-volunteer eligibility.

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