Headspace for Cigna Healthcare Enhances Everyday Mental Health Support Through Self-Guided, Science Backed Resources

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Cigna Healthcare (NYSE: CI) is launching Headspace for Cigna Healthcare, an industry-first collaboration to expand everyday mental health support for millions of members.

Key points: exclusive custom Headspace content for Cigna customers, seamless navigation to in-network clinicians, evidence-backed digital programs reporting 37% anxiety reduction after 8 weeks and 32% depression reduction after 30 days, and planned rollout to more than 7 million people starting Jan 1, 2026 at no cost through employer benefits.

Positive

• 7 million+ people to gain access starting Jan 1, 2026
• Exclusive custom Headspace content available only to Cigna customers
• Headspace studies report 37% reduction in anxiety symptoms after 8 weeks
• Headspace studies report 32% reduction in depression symptoms after 30 days
• Benefit provided at no cost to users through employer offerings

Negative

• Initial availability limited to employer-sponsored Cigna Healthcare customers
• Service separate from Cigna Healthcare Global Health Benefits (no global integration stated)

• With more than 1/3 American workers experiencing anxiety, Cigna Healthcare expands early engagement and preventive mental health support for millions of people
• Headspace for Cigna Healthcare offers unique features only available to Cigna customers

BLOOMFIELD, Conn., Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Among rising rates of anxiety in the workforce, Cigna Healthcare, the health benefits division of The Cigna Group (NYSE: CI), is expanding mental health support to address the everyday moments of stress, burnout, and sleep issues through an industry-first collaboration with Headspace. Millions of Cigna Healthcare customers will benefit from exclusive digital features, such as custom content and seamless navigation to in-network clinicians for higher levels of care, in addition to Headspace's digital mental health app.

"Cigna Healthcare has long been a leader in helping people navigate and access behavioral care when they need it most, and now we're expanding our capabilities to support everyday mental health challenges, like stress, emotional strain, and trouble sleeping," said Eva Borden, Chief Product Officer, U.S. Employer, Cigna Healthcare. "By collaborating with Headspace and offering its clinically validated tools and resources, we're helping our customers prevent issues before they start and encouraging earlier engagement in mental wellness."

According to data from The Cigna Group's recent Rise of the Anxious Worker report, the prevalence of mental and behavioral health conditions increased 20% from 2020 to 2024. Additionally, 30% of workers report having anxiety, whether formally diagnosed or self-identified, which can impact health engagement and health outcomes over time and contribute to challenges in the workplace. Adults with anxiety report feeling less physically healthy, practice fewer healthy habits, and have higher rates of costly chronic conditions. In the workplace, workers with anxiety are also more likely to find their jobs more stressful and are twice as likely to feel burned out, factors that can lead to reduced productivity and higher rates of employee turnover.

Through its app, Headspace offers daily meditations, sleepcasts, focus music, workouts, cognitive behavioral therapy-guided programs for sleep, stress and anxiety, as well as personalized tools for reflection and emotional check-ins—all designed to support everyday mental wellness. Backed by more than 70 research studies, Headspace users report a 37% reduction in anxiety symptoms after 8 weeks, and a 32% decrease in depression symptoms after just 30 days. Participants in the Headspace Sleep Program also reported a 29% reduction in insomnia symptoms among adults with clinical, self-reported insomnia. Headspace and Cigna Healthcare will collaborate to develop custom content exclusively for Cigna customers.

"Everyone deserves support before stress, anxiety and depression spirals, or burnout sets in – but the real challenge has been creating the right entry points to care," said Tom Pickett, CEO of Headspace. "Together with Cigna, we're solving that by making mental health support more easily accessible, affordable and part of everyday life. When people take action early, they experience better health outcomes and are less likely to require more intensive, costly interventions down the line. It's a win for members and for the system."

Starting January 1, 2026, 'Headspace for Cigna Healthcare' will be available to more than 7 million people as part of Cigna's behavioral health offerings through their employers, with many more gaining access throughout the year. These services will be available at no cost to users through their employer benefit offering. This benefit is separate and distinct from the Headspace offering available to globally mobile employees through Cigna Healthcare's Global Health Benefits.

About Cigna Healthcare 

Cigna Healthcare is a health benefits provider that advocates for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health care system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality. Products and services are provided exclusively by or through operating subsidiaries of The Cigna Group (NYSE:CI), including Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company, Connecticut General Life Insurance Company, Evernorth Health companies or their affiliates, and Express Scripts companies or their affiliates. Such products and services include an integrated suite of health services, such as medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, vision, supplemental benefits, and others. Learn more at cignahealthcare.com. 

About Headspace

Headspace is the leading everyday mental health companion, helping people care for their minds anytime, anywhere. Our all-in-one app delivers personalized support — from AI-powered guidance to meditation and mindfulness, coaching, and therapy — all designed to fit seamlessly into daily life. We partner with leading employers, health plans, and organizations to extend mental health care to their communities, offering additional services including psychiatry, EAP, care navigation, and work-life resources. Our team is made up of world-class clinicians, Emmy Award-winning storytellers, and leading AI technologists, working together to help millions around the globe build resilience and feel better. In a busy, complicated world, Headspace is here to remind you: your mind matters. Learn more at headspace.com.

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FAQ

What is Headspace for Cigna Healthcare and who is eligible (CI)?

Headspace for Cigna Healthcare is an exclusive collaboration offering custom Headspace content to Cigna Healthcare employer-plan customers; eligibility begins with employer benefits covering more than 7 million people.

When will Headspace for Cigna Healthcare (CI) become available?

The service becomes available starting January 1, 2026, with additional access expanding through the year.

What clinical results does Headspace report for the CI collaboration?

Headspace data cited a 37% reduction in anxiety after 8 weeks, 32% reduction in depression after 30 days, and 29% reduction in insomnia for participants.

Will Headspace for Cigna Healthcare (CI) cost employees anything?

Services are provided at no cost to users as part of their employer benefit offering.

Does Headspace for Cigna Healthcare (CI) connect users to clinicians?

Yes; the collaboration includes seamless navigation to in-network clinicians for higher levels of care when needed.