The Therapist Takeaway Notepad: A Simple Tool for More Intentional Session Closures

As therapists, coaches, and mental health professionals, we know how important it is to help clients integrate what happens in the therapy room into their daily lives. But sometimes, as the session winds down, it’s easy for insights to get lost in the busyness of the day. That’s where the Therapist Takeaway Notepad comes in.

What Is the Therapist Takeaway Notepad?

The Therapist Takeaway Notepad is a thoughtfully designed tool to help you and your client close each session with clarity and purpose. Think of it as a blend of doctor’s orders, journal prompts, and gentle encouragement. It guides clients to reflect on what stood out most during the session and invites them to identify one key takeaway or intention to carry forward.

Each sheet includes space for:

  • A personalized “permission slip” a supportive message or reminder tailored to the client

  • Reflections on insights, goals, or feelings from the session

  • Small, manageable steps they want to focus on between sessions

Why It Helps

Session endings can sometimes feel rushed, or clients may leave with powerful realizations that fade as soon as they walk out the door. The Therapist Takeaway Notepad provides a consistent, meaningful structure for closing your work together.

This tool supports:

  • Client insight and accountability, helping clients name and own their next steps

  • Therapeutic journaling and reflection, creating continuity between sessions

  • Consistent session closure, making sure every ending feels intentional, not abrupt

Who It’s For

This notepad is designed for:

  • Individual therapists

  • Life coaches

  • Social workers

  • Anyone in a mental health or helping profession who wants to create more meaningful transitions at the end of their sessions

Final Thoughts

The work we do with clients doesn’t end when the session clock runs out. The Therapist Takeaway Notepad is a simple, practical way to extend the impact of your sessions and help clients stay connected to what matters most.

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