The Flow Neuroscience Depression Treatment Headset

Developed in Sweden, the Flow headset is a clinically proven, medication-free treatment for depression.

We recommend that anyone with depression should also seek professional guidance from a doctor or therapist.

Clinically Proven: The effectiveness of Flow in reducing symptoms of depression has been demonstrated in over 24 independent studies.

Used by the NHS: Trust a treatment method used by the UK's National Health Service to treat patients.

Medication-Free Alternative: An effective way to treat depression without the common side effects associated with antidepressants.

30-Day Risk-Free Trial: Your purchase is fully protected by our 30-day money-back guarantee.

Flexible and Discreet: Use Flow in 30-minute sessions from the comfort of your home, at a time that works for you.

Noticeable Improvement: 77% of users report a significant improvement in their symptoms within just 3 weeks.

If you have depression, it's important to be under a doctor's supervision.

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Real people. Real success stories.

"Flow brought me back to myself."

Nicole, 35, Leadership & Inclusion Consultant and Mother, Wife, Sister and Friend, Bedfordshire. Suffered from depression since 2001. This deteriorated when she and her husband lost a son in 2021.

Trigger warning: child bereavement.

“I like who l am now”

Alex, 49, West Sussex. Struggled with depression since she was 10 years old. Single-handedly raised her son.

Trigger warning: self harm, suicidal thoughts.

“Flow’s worked for me”

Ashley, 52, Business owner and Dad of 2, Northampton. Suffered from anxiety and depression since January 2023 which was brought on by work related stress.

“I feel alive, Flow’s done that”

Maggie, 76, Wife, Mum and Nan works in retail, Somerset. Suffered from depression throughout her life.

Trigger warning: suicide.

“Flow is a lifeline”

Selina, 41, Project Manager.
Suffered from depression since the age of 11 which got worse during her teenage years and into university.

Feel the difference in 3 weeks.

For lasting results, continue treatment for at least 6 months.

Most people begin to notice an improvement in their symptoms after about 3 weeks. However, research shows that the first 6-12 months following a successful treatment are critical for preventing a relapse. During this time, the brain can be more susceptible to returning to depressive patterns. Continuing treatment with Flow for at least 6 months helps to secure your progress and supports the long-term recovery of your brain.

Activation Phase

Use the headset 5 times a week for the first 3 weeks.

Stabilisation Phase

Continue the treatment, reducing to 2 sessions per week until the 10-week treatment cycle is complete.

Maintenance Phase

From week 10, you can increase the number of sessions if needed, or continue with 2 sessions per week to maintain your progress.

Your Flow Depression Starter Kit

Your Flow headset will be delivered within 1-3 working days.

Your kit contains everything you need to start your treatment straight away:

The Flow Headset: Your personal, CE-certified device for brain stimulation.
Charger & Cable: To easily charge your headset for the next session.
Electrode Pads: A full set of pads to cover your entire 10-week treatment cycle.
Quick Start Guide: Simple instructions to help you set up your account and activate the app.

Start tracking your mood today with the Flow app. Download from the Apple App Store or from the Google Play Store.

Proven symptom improvement

after 10 weeks with Flow.

A rigorous clinical study showed significant improvements after a 10-week course of treatment. In this randomised, placebo-controlled trial—the gold standard in medical research—users experienced measurable improvements across all recorded symptoms.

Woodham, R.D., Selvaraj, S., Lajmi, N. et al. Home-based transcranial direct current stimulation treatment for major depressive disorder: a fully remote phase 2 randomized sham-controlled trial. Nat Med (2024)

Mood
+37%

Concentration
+31%

Sleep
+37%

Zest for Life
+31%

Reduced Anxiety
+37%

Emotional Involvement
+31%

No serious side effects.

Your safety is our priority.

In over two decades of research into tDCS (the technology used by Flow), no serious side effects have been reported. This excellent safety profile is why Flow is approved for use without a prescription.

The treatment is generally very well tolerated. In rare cases, mild, temporary side effects that subside on their own may occur. These typically include temporary skin irritation, such as redness or itching. Even more rarely, tiredness, headaches, tinnitus, or a brief increase in anxiety may occur.

"A remarkable tool that safely and effectively helps patients with depression to recover more quickly."

Mark McConnochie, Consultant Psychiatrist & Joint Lead of the Flow Trial, NHS

Try Flow with a 30-day

money-back guarantee

Anyone can get a refund within 30 days. It doesn’t matter if you’ve bought the headset, rented it, used it, or not. Because we value clarity and transparency, we’ve made our returns process as simple as possible.

Submit your refund request within 30 days of the shipment date here.

Receive a prepaid return shipping label via email. Print it or use the Royal Mail 'Bring my label' service if arranging a collection.

Drop off the parcel at any Royal Mail location or schedule a collection.

Prefer clinician oversight?

Flow is an over the counter treatment, designed for use at home. Some people prefer a clinician to oversee their treatment. You can connect with one of our partner clinics, who have psychiatrists and psychologists who are experts in tDCS.

They can:

Monitor your progress
Increase number of stimulations
Offer other forms of therapy

Prices may vary by clinic. This is an optional service.

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Tech specs

Quality material
Headset: Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene, stainless-steel
Pad holder rings: Silicone Elastomers
Electrodes: Silicone rubber compounds
Pads: Cellulose

Weight and dimensions
Weight: 110g
Dimensions unfolded: 18.5 x 17 x 11.5cm
Dimensions folded: 17 x 17 x 8.5cm

Battery life
Up to 10 stimulations per charge
One full charge takes 60 mins

Languages
Supports English, German, French and Portuguese

Connectivity
Bluetooth. FCC certified

Compatibility
Supports imperial and metric units of measurement.
Integrates with Health and health content

FAQs

Yes - Flow is perfectly safe to use with antidepressants, and many people use it alongside medication. In our clinical trial we saw that using antidepressants alongside Flow actually enhances the treatment. 69% of people who used both Flow and antidepressants were no longer clinically depressed at 10 weeks (compared with 51% of those who just used Flow). If you are thinking about lowering your dose of antidepressants, or coming off them completely, you should talk to your Doctor first.

There aren't any specific contraindications for Flow, which means everyone aged 18+ can use Flow.

However, caution should be taken with certain conditions. Please talk to your doctor about taking extra precautions if you:

Are pregnant or think you might be
Have a skull problem or metal parts in or around the brain
Have cochlear implants
Have a brain pacemaker such as those used for Parkinson’s disease
Have epilepsy or have had seizures
Have a device implanted in your body, like a heart pacemaker, spinal cord stimulator, vagal nerve stimulator, implanted hearing aid or defibrillator
Have a skin condition affecting your forehead, such as psoriasis or there is redness, a cut or the skin is infected
Currently have thoughts about suicide or harming yourself

People with ADHD and autism experience the same results with Flow, according to our real world data.

If you are thinking about changing something in your current treatment plan, or you are unsure about your depression diagnosis, please talk to your doctor.

If you are not satisfied with your device within the first 30 days, we happily offer a full refund and free return even if you have used your headset. For more details, please read our full return policy here. If you have had issues or believe something is wrong with your Flow device then you may be eligible for our warranty. Information regarding the product warranty can be found here.

Your initial headset order includes one box of refill pads containing 20 sets. Rental Plan Subscribers: If you’re on a rental plan, you will automatically receive refill pads to support one person following our standard treatment plan. During the Strengthening phase, you will complete 2 sessions per week, so you won't need a delivery every month. Instead, we’ll send a box in the second month of your subscription and then every other month thereafter.