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Ginger

Privacy: AAI-Powered

Ginger (now Headspace Health) provides employer-sponsored mental health care with text-based coaching, video therapy, and psychiatry.

Support Level
Clinical
Pricing
Insurance
Platforms
iOS, Android, Web
Privacy
A

Best For

  • Employees at companies offering Ginger/Headspace Health benefits
  • Those who want 24/7 access to text-based coaching
  • People seeking employer-covered therapy and psychiatry
  • Those who want to start with coaching before committing to therapy

Not Recommended For

  • Those without employer-sponsored access (not available direct-to-consumer)
  • People in immediate crisis (call 988)
  • Those preferring in-person treatment
Reviewed by HeyPsych Board· Last reviewed September 2026

About Ginger

Ginger merged with Headspace in 2021 to form Headspace Health, creating a comprehensive mental health platform for employers. The service offers on-demand text coaching available 24/7, video therapy sessions with licensed therapists, and psychiatry for medication management. Most employer plans include unlimited coaching with video therapy and psychiatry at no additional cost. Ginger's AI-powered system helps match members to the right level of care. Clinical studies show 69% of members with moderate-severe anxiety see improvement. Available through 400+ employers covering millions of employees. Check if your employer offers Headspace Health/Ginger benefits.

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Privacy & Security

Privacy Grade
A
HIPAA Compliant
Yes
Data Sold
No

HIPAA compliant. Employers see aggregate data only—not individual utilization. SOC 2 certified.

FAQ

About Ginger

If your employer offers Ginger/Headspace Health, it's typically free for employees. Most plans include unlimited text coaching plus 6-12 therapy/psychiatry sessions annually at no cost. Check with your HR department or benefits portal to confirm coverage.