Artificial intelligence (AI) has made huge advances in recent years, and now software exists that can generate clinical documentation like progress notes and treatment plans. As technology continues progressing quickly, I think it’s important we have open discussions about the ethical application of these tools in mental healthcare. In this post, I’ll analyze some potential…
As mental health professionals, we know that our work involves not just helping our clients heal, but also ensuring their safety. And while we hope for the best, we also need to prepare for the worst. This is why documenting risk assessment and safety planning is essential in our progress notes. Why is this so…
My fellow therapists, are you ready to learn how to write progress notes that are as clear and concise as a haiku? Because that’s exactly what we’re going to talk about today! First off, let’s make sure we’re all on the same page. Progress notes are essentially a therapist’s way of documenting a client’s treatment…