Frequently asked questions

• What types of content does Headspace offer?

  Headspace offers a wide range of evidence-based content to support your mental health, no matter what moment you’re in. Inside the app, you’ll find:

  • Guided meditations to help you manage stress, build resilience, and stay present
  • Sleepcasts and sleep music to help you wind down and fall asleep with ease
  • Focus music and soundscapes designed to boost concentration and productivity
  • Mindfulness courses to help you be present and free from distraction
  • Online therapy to provide access to licensed mental health professionals through secure video sessions
• How can I explore different topics in the Headspace library?

  Headspace makes it easy to discover content that meets your mental health needs. You can browse or search by topic category, including stress, anxiety, sleep, or mindfulness. Explore our entire library of resources, get a new meditation delivered to your phone every day, and find daily inspirational videos to start the day off right.

• Do I need a subscription to access Headspace content?

  New users can unlock the entire Headspace library with a free trial to explore and discover what works best for them. To unlock the full Headspace experience, including 1,000+ guided meditations, sleep resources, focus tools, and stress-relieving exercises, you’ll need a subscription. We also offer student plans, family plans, and workplace access through employers.

• What’s the difference between meditations, sleepcasts, and focus music on Headspace?

  Each type of Headspace content supports a different mental health goal:

  • Meditations are guided audio sessions that promote mindfulness and self-awareness. They’re ideal for managing stress, building focus, or processing emotions. From courses, single exercises, and bite-sized sessions, Headspace teachers provide guided meditations to support you through both everyday life and more challenging moments.
  • Sleepcasts include sleep music, soundscapes, and curated sleep health courses designed to help you relax and drift off to sleep.
  • Focus music and soundscapes are designed to improve concentration and flow during work or study.
• What Headspace content supports better focus and sleep?

  If you’re looking to improve focus, explore our library of:

  • Focus music, featuring binaural beats and cinematic music from artists like Hans Zimmer
  • Productivity meditations to help you stay grounded and present
  • Mindful movement and breathing techniques to reset between tasks

  For better sleep, try:

  • Sleepcasts, including relaxing bedtime stories from a range of soothing voices
  • Wind Down meditations to signal your body it’s time to rest
  • Soothing soundscapes and sleep music to help you relax and fall asleep faster

  All Headspace content is designed by experts and backed by science to help improve focus and sleep quality.

• How does Headspace help build a daily mindfulness practice?

  Headspace is designed to help you turn mindfulness into a daily habit that supports long-term mental health. Whether it’s meditation courses led by experts or quick, flexible meditations to fit busy schedules, you’ll find tools to build healthier habits one moment at a time. Plus, new content is added regularly so there’s always something fresh to explore.

• Does Headspace have content to help manage anxiety or stress?

  Yes, Headspace offers a wide range of tools to help you manage both stress and anxiety, including:

  • Guided meditations for anxious thoughts or overwhelming emotions
  • Breathing exercises to calm your body and mind
  • SOS meditations for in-the-moment support
  • Courses focused on understanding and reducing anxiety
  • Sleepcasts and Wind Downs to improve sleep during stressful times

  As the mental health app for every moment, Headspace is here to guide you to more joy, less stress, and the best sleep of your life.