ChatGPT for Therapists: 35 Prompts to Save Time, Reduce Admin & Grow Your Practice

Write a SOAP-format progress note for a therapy session with the following details:

CLIENT_TYPE: [e.g., adult male, adolescent female, couple, family — no real names]
SESSION_FOCUS: [main topics and presenting issues discussed]
INTERVENTIONS_USED: [e.g., CBT techniques, EMDR processing, DBT skills, motivational
interviewing, psychoeducation]
CLIENT_RESPONSE: [engagement level, affect, insights demonstrated, behavioral changes]
NEXT_STEPS: [homework, plan for next session, referrals, safety planning notes]

Use professional clinical language appropriate for an outpatient mental health record.
Do not include any personally identifying information.

Write a DAP-format progress note (Data, Assessment, Plan) for a therapy session with
the following:

CLIENT_TYPE: [population descriptor, no real names or identifiers]
DATA: [observable behaviors, client statements, session content — what was observed
and reported]
INTERVENTIONS: [techniques used and how client responded]
PLAN: [next session goals, homework, any referrals or safety considerations]

Use concise, professional language appropriate for an outpatient behavioral health record.

Write 3 treatment plan goals with corresponding objectives and measurable indicators
for a client presenting with:

PRIMARY_DIAGNOSIS: [e.g., Major Depressive Disorder, PTSD, OCD, Bipolar II]
SECONDARY_CONCERNS: [e.g., relationship conflict, work stress, grief, substance use history]
THEORETICAL_ORIENTATION: [e.g., CBT, ACT, psychodynamic, IFS, DBT]
TREATMENT_TIMEFRAME: [e.g., 12 weeks, 6 months]

Format each goal with: Goal statement → 2–3 measurable objectives → estimated
completion timeline. Use language appropriate for managed care documentation.

Write a brief internal session summary (not for the client record) based on the
following session notes:

SESSION_NUMBER: [#]
KEY_THEMES: [main topics, emotional content, patterns observed]
CLINICAL_OBSERVATIONS: [transference, countertransference notes, patterns to track]
FOLLOW_UP_ITEMS: [things to watch, explore, or address next session]

Keep it under 150 words. Informal clinical language is fine — this is for my own
review between sessions.

Create a structured intake assessment template for a new client presenting with
[PRESENTING_CONCERN — e.g., anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship issues].

Include sections for: presenting problem, symptom onset and history, relevant
medical/psychiatric history, family history, social and developmental history,
current supports and stressors, substance use screening, suicide/self-harm screening,
goals for treatment, and preliminary diagnostic impressions.

Format for an outpatient private practice. Language should be professional but
accessible.

Write a 1-page psychoeducation handout for a therapy client about [TOPIC — e.g.,
the fight-or-flight stress response, CBT thought records, window of tolerance,
attachment styles, the nervous system and trauma].

Audience: [e.g., adult with anxiety, adolescent with ADHD, parent of a child with
OCD — keep language accessible, not clinical]

Include: a brief explanation of the concept, why it matters in therapy, and 2–3
simple ways the client can apply this knowledge between sessions.

Write a clinical termination summary for a client completing a course of therapy
with the following:

TREATMENT_DURATION: [e.g., 8 months, 22 sessions]
PRESENTING_CONCERNS_AT_START: [initial symptoms and goals]
MODALITY_USED: [e.g., CBT, EMDR, DBT-informed therapy]
PROGRESS_MADE: [gains achieved, goals met, functioning improvements]
RECOMMENDATIONS: [any ongoing support, referrals, return-to-therapy criteria]

Use professional language appropriate for an outpatient mental health record.
No identifying information.

Write a warm, professional welcome email for a new therapy client who has just
scheduled their first appointment.

Include: a welcoming tone, what to expect in the first session, a reminder to
complete intake paperwork, your cancellation policy (24 hours notice required),
and an invitation to contact you with any questions before the appointment.

Practice name: [YOUR PRACTICE NAME]
Therapist name and credentials: [YOUR NAME, LCSW/LPC/etc.]
Practice specialty/niche: [e.g., anxiety, trauma, couples therapy]
Session format: [in-person / telehealth / both]

Generate 20 intake questionnaire questions for new therapy clients presenting
with [PRESENTING_CONCERN — e.g., anxiety and depression, relationship issues,
trauma history, life transitions].

Include questions covering: current symptoms and severity, history of mental health
treatment, current medications, medical history, family mental health history,
current life stressors, support system, goals for therapy, and any safety concerns.

Write questions in plain, non-clinical language that feels approachable to a new client.

Write a section of informed consent language for a private practice therapy agreement
covering [TOPIC — e.g., telehealth services, limits of confidentiality, fees and
billing, social media policy, emergency procedures].

Jurisdiction: [STATE]
License type: [LCSW / LPC / MFT / Psychologist]
Setting: [private practice / group practice / telehealth-only]

Language should be clear, professional, and written at an 8th-grade reading level
for client accessibility.

Write a brief, professional appointment reminder message for a therapy client.

Format: [email / text message]
Session details: [date, time, location or video link placeholder]
Tone: warm but clear
Include: a reminder of your cancellation policy and a simple way to confirm or
reschedule.

Keep it under 80 words for the text version, under 120 words for the email version.

Write a cancellation policy explanation for new therapy clients.

Policy details:
- Notice required: [e.g., 24 hours / 48 hours]
- Late cancel fee: [e.g., full session fee / $75 flat]
- No-show fee: [e.g., full session fee]
- Exceptions: [e.g., illness, emergency at therapist's discretion]

Tone: firm but empathetic. Explain the reason for the policy (protecting clinician
time and client accountability) without sounding punitive. Suitable for a client
intake packet.

Write a "Frequently Asked Questions" document for new therapy clients at a private
practice.

Cover these questions:
1. What happens in the first session?
2. How long does therapy take?
3. How do I know if therapy is working?
4. What if I'm not ready to talk about something?
5. Is everything I say confidential?
6. What if I'm in crisis between sessions?
7. How do I prepare for each session?

Tone: warm, reassuring, and accessible. No clinical jargon. Suitable for emailing
to new clients or posting on a practice website.

Write a client-facing crisis resource list for a therapy practice.

Include:
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (988)
- Crisis Text Line (text HOME to 741741)
- NAMI Helpline
- Local emergency services reminder (911)
- Your after-hours emergency protocol: [DESCRIBE YOUR PROTOCOL]
- 2–3 grounding/coping techniques for between-session use

Format as a simple, easy-to-read document a client can keep on their phone or
refrigerator. Warm, non-alarming tone.

Generate 10 Instagram post ideas for a therapist specializing in [NICHE — e.g.,
anxiety, trauma, couples, LGBTQ+ affirming therapy, teen mental health].

For each idea, write:
- A hook line (first line that stops the scroll)
- 3–4 sentences of post body
- A soft call-to-action (e.g., "Link in bio to learn more" or "Save this for when
you need it")
- 5 relevant hashtags

Tone: educational, warm, de-stigmatizing. Do not make clinical claims. Focus on
normalizing therapy and mental health awareness.

Write a professional LinkedIn bio for a licensed therapist.

Name and credentials: [NAME, credentials]
Specialties: [e.g., anxiety, trauma, EMDR-trained, grief]
Population served: [e.g., adults, adolescents, couples]
Years in practice: [#]
Practice type: [private practice / group practice / hybrid]
Professional tone goal: [e.g., authoritative but approachable, thought-leader in
trauma space, community-focused]

Write in first person. Approximately 200 words. Include a closing sentence with
a soft CTA (e.g., "Open to connecting with fellow clinicians and referral partners").

Write a niche positioning statement for a therapist's website homepage hero section.

My specialty: [e.g., EMDR for complex trauma, anxiety treatment for high-achieving
women, teen therapy for academic stress]
Location or telehealth: [e.g., licensed in California, telehealth only]
Ideal client: [describe in 1–2 sentences]
What makes my approach different: [e.g., somatic focus, culturally affirming,
IFS-informed]

Write 2–3 versions: one direct/bold, one warm/inviting, one empowerment-focused.
Each under 40 words. Suitable for a website hero headline and sub-headline.

Write a Google Business Profile description for a therapy practice.

Practice name: [NAME]
Specialties: [list 3–4]
Location: [city, state] or telehealth
Population served: [e.g., adults, teens, couples]
Unique value: [e.g., weekend appointments available, EMDR-trained, sliding scale
available, LGBTQ+ affirming]

Keep it under 750 characters. Include key search terms naturally. Tone should be
welcoming and professional.

Write an "About Me" page for a therapist's private practice website.

Include:
- Personal story of why I became a therapist (use this context: [YOUR BRIEF STORY])
- Clinical training, credentials, and specialties
- My therapeutic approach and philosophy
- Who I work best with
- A closing invitation for the reader to reach out

Tone: [warm and personal / professional and direct / empowering and energetic]
Length: approximately 350 words.

Write a detailed blog post outline for a therapy practice blog on the topic:
"[TOPIC — e.g., 5 Signs You Might Benefit From Therapy, How to Talk to Your
Partner About Starting Couples Counseling, What Is EMDR and Is It Right for Me?]"

Include: working title, meta description, intro hook, 4–5 H2 sections with bullet
points under each, a conclusion with CTA, and 3–5 target keywords to include
naturally throughout the post.

Target audience: [e.g., adults considering therapy for the first time, couples in
conflict, parents of anxious teens]

Write an email to send to a recently discharged therapy client requesting a
testimonial or review.

Context: Client completed a positive course of treatment. I want to request a
Google review or a written testimonial for my website.

Tone: warm, not pressuring. Acknowledge the therapeutic relationship. Give them
an easy out if they're not comfortable. Include a direct link placeholder.

Note: Check your state licensing board's ethics guidelines before requesting
testimonials — this template is a starting point only.

Write a professional no-show and late cancellation policy for a therapy client
service agreement.

Details:
- Required cancellation notice: [e.g., 24 hours / 48 hours]
- Late cancel fee: [$X or full session rate]
- No-show fee: [$X or full session rate]
- Allowances: [e.g., 1 waived per year, illness exception]
- How fees are charged: [e.g., card on file, invoice]

Tone: clear, firm, and professional. Should feel fair and reasonable, not punitive.
Under 200 words.

Write a therapy fee agreement section for a private practice client intake packet.

Fee details:
- Session rate: [$X per 50-minute session]
- Sliding scale: [yes/no — if yes, describe range and criteria]
- Insurance: [out-of-network / in-network / private pay only]
- Superbills: [yes/no]
- Payment methods accepted: [credit/debit/HSA/FSA/Zelle/etc.]
- Payment due: [at time of service / weekly / monthly]

Include language about what happens if a balance goes unpaid. Professional but
client-friendly tone. Under 250 words.

Write a professional thank-you email to a colleague who referred a client to
my therapy practice.

Context: [brief description of the referral situation — e.g., physician referring
a patient with anxiety, therapist referring a client outside their specialty]
My name and practice: [NAME, PRACTICE NAME]
Colleague's name and role: [NAME, MD/LCSW/etc.]

Tone: warm, collegial, professional. Express genuine gratitude. Mention openness
to a reciprocal referral relationship. Keep under 150 words.

Write a professional email to request peer consultation from a colleague on a
challenging case.

Context: [describe the clinical situation in general terms — no identifying client
information]
What I'm hoping to get from consultation: [e.g., second opinion on diagnosis,
guidance on an ethical question, support on treatment planning]
My relationship to this colleague: [e.g., former supervisor, trusted colleague,
professional network contact]

Tone: collegial and humble. Make it easy for them to say yes or suggest a different
format (phone vs. email consultation). Under 150 words.

Create a supervision session notes template for a pre-licensed therapist tracking
hours toward licensure.

Include sections for: date and duration, cases discussed (no identifying info),
clinical concepts reviewed, ethical considerations raised, supervisor feedback,
action items and learning goals, supervisor signature line.

Format as a clean, printable template suitable for official licensure documentation.

Write a therapist profile bio for an online therapy directory (e.g., Psychology
Today, TherapyDen, Alma, ZocDoc).

Include:
- My approach to therapy in plain language
- Who I work with and what issues I specialize in
- What clients can expect from working with me
- My training, credentials, and any notable specializations
- A warm, welcoming closing sentence

My credentials: [NAME, licenses]
Specialties: [list]
Ideal client: [describe]
Approach: [e.g., CBT, trauma-informed, integrative, somatic]
Tone goal: [warm and approachable / direct and confident / empowering]
Length: approximately 200–250 words.

Write an insurance appeal letter template for a therapist appealing a denied
claim or requesting medical necessity authorization.

Type of appeal: [e.g., claim denial, prior authorization request, level of care
dispute]
Diagnosis: [ICD-10 code and descriptor — no client name]
Requested service: [CPT code and description]
Reason for denial (if known): [e.g., "not medically necessary," "frequency not
covered"]
Supporting clinical rationale framework: [e.g., symptom severity, functional
impairment, evidence-based treatment alignment]

Format as a professional business letter. Leave bracketed placeholders for
clinician-specific details. Suitable for submission to managed care organizations.

I'm a licensed therapist with [X] years of experience specializing in [SPECIALTY].
I need to complete [X] CE hours this licensure cycle.

Research and list 8–10 relevant continuing education trainings or certifications in:
[AREA OF INTEREST — e.g., EMDR, IFS, DBT, somatic therapy, trauma-informed care,
perinatal mental health]

For each, include: training name, provider organization, approximate cost, format
(online/in-person/hybrid), credit hours, and why it's relevant to my specialty.

I'm a therapist considering narrowing my specialty niche. My current experience
includes: [LIST YOUR BACKGROUND — e.g., generalist adult therapy, some couples
work, LGBTQ+ affirming practice]

Generate 8–10 potential niche specializations I could develop based on this
background. For each, include:
- Name of the niche
- Target population
- Why this niche has demand
- A path to building credibility in it (training, certification, marketing)
- Estimated time to establish

Help me identify the 2–3 most strategic options given current market demand and
my existing skill set.

Create a 10-session group therapy curriculum outline for a [GROUP TYPE — e.g.,
anxiety management group, grief support group, DBT skills group, teen social skills
group, men's therapy group].

For each session include: session theme, learning objectives, psychoeducation
content, experiential activity or group exercise, homework assignment, and
discussion prompts.

Target population: [e.g., adults with anxiety, bereaved individuals, adolescents]
Group format: [open/closed, weekly frequency, session length]

Write a marketing description for a therapy workshop or webinar I'm planning.

Workshop title: [TITLE]
Target audience: [e.g., therapists seeking CEUs, general public, parents, couples]
Duration: [e.g., 2-hour webinar, full-day workshop]
Main topics covered: [LIST 3–5 TOPICS]
Learning outcomes: [what attendees will leave with]
My credentials relevant to this topic: [CREDENTIALS]

Write: a 100-word public description, a 50-word social media blurb, and 3–5 bullet-
point learning objectives suitable for a CEU program description.

I'm a therapist specializing in [SPECIALTY — e.g., trauma, anxiety, relationships,
adolescent mental health]. I want to deepen my clinical knowledge and recommend
quality resources to clients.

Generate two lists:
1. 8 books for my professional development in this area (include author, title,
brief description of relevance)
2. 8 books or workbooks I can recommend to clients dealing with [CLIENT PRESENTING
CONCERN]

Include a mix of evidence-based clinical texts and accessible self-help resources.

Write one month of email newsletter content (4 emails) for a therapist's practice
newsletter.

My specialty/niche: [SPECIALTY]
Audience: [e.g., current and former clients, referral partners, general wellness
community]
Newsletter name: [NAME or leave blank]
Tone: [warm and educational / empowering / thought-leadership]

For each email provide:
- Subject line (2 options)
- Preview text
- Main body (250–300 words)
- One soft CTA (e.g., book a consult, share with someone who needs this,
read this week's blog post)

I'm a licensed therapist specializing in [SPECIALTY] looking to create passive
income streams that leverage my clinical expertise without providing direct
clinical services.

Generate 10 digital product or passive income ideas suitable for a therapist,
including:
- Product type (e.g., workbook, course, template pack, workshop recording)
- Target buyer (therapists seeking tools OR general public seeking self-help)
- Estimated development time
- Pricing range
- Revenue potential

Focus on products that protect licensing boundaries and comply with professional
ethics guidelines. Flag any idea that could raise ethical or legal concerns.