One of the most powerful tools available to private practice therapists is the use of AI-generated prompts. From social media content to clinical documentation, using AI can significantly boost productivity and reduce administrative burdens.

In this guide, presented by Kym Tolson from Berries, we’ll explore practical AI prompts that therapists can use to streamline their workflow, create engaging content, and optimize client care. 

You can also download or print the free PDF here!

Social Media

Creating consistent and engaging social media content can be challenging for therapists, especially when balancing client care.

Here are some AI-generated prompts designed to save time and improve your online presence:

1. Generate 30 engaging Instagram post captions for a therapist who specializes in anxiety and works with millennials.
   
   

2. Write a carousel post script for Instagram educating clients on the signs of burnout, including a call-to-action.
   
   

3. Draft five tweet-sized tips for coping with intrusive thoughts, using a casual and compassionate tone.
   
   

4. Create a 60-second script for a TikTok video on how therapy can help with relationship boundaries.
   
   

5. Brainstorm a month-long content calendar that blends educational, inspirational, and promotional posts for a private practice.
   
   

Blog Posts

These AI prompts can help generate thoughtful, relatable, and informative blog content effortlessly:

1. Write an outline for a blog post titled "5 Myths About Therapy That Keep People from Getting Help."
   
   

2. Generate a blog post from a therapist's perspective on coping with holiday stress, including relatable examples.
   
   

3. Help me write a long-form blog post on trauma-informed care, structured in five clear sections with subheadings.
   
   

4. Create a personal, story-based blog post introduction on the topic of perfectionism in high-achieving women.
   
   

5. Draft a blog post that breaks down the differences between coaching and therapy, aimed at curious potential clients.
   
   

6. Act as a licensed therapist who writes with warmth, empathy, and authority. I want to write a blog post on the topic of: [insert mental health topic here, e.g., "Setting Boundaries Without Guilt"]. Here’s how I want it to sound: Use a tone that reflects my personality—gentle, conversational, relatable, and professional. Use first-person language occasionally so the post feels more personal and less clinical. Add examples, metaphors, or real-life scenarios where appropriate. Write in a way that would resonate with [insert ideal audience: e.g., anxious millennials, moms in burnout, high-achieving teens, etc.].Avoid sounding like a textbook or a robot.
   
   
   

Treatment Plans

Developing treatment plans can be time-consuming, but AI-generated prompts make it easier to create structured, goal-oriented plans tailored to individual client needs:

1. Create a treatment plan template for a client dealing with generalized anxiety disorder, using SMART goals.
   
   

2. Generate example long-term and short-term goals for a client in therapy for social anxiety.
   
   

3. Write a treatment plan outline for a teen experiencing grief after a loss, including interventions and expected outcomes.
   
   

4. List five common therapeutic goals used in CBT and provide a sample intervention for each.
   
   

5. Help write a treatment plan summary for a client who is improving and ready for discharge.
   
   

Progress Notes

Documenting client progress accurately and efficiently is essential for quality care and compliance. Here are some AI prompts designed to streamline your note-taking process:

1. Write a sample SOAP note for a session focused on panic attack management.
   
   

2. Create a progress note using the DAP format for a session addressing self-esteem in a teenage client.
   
   

3. Generate 10 sentence starters to help therapists begin their session summaries more easily.
   
   

4. Turn this session summary into a professional progress note: [insert text here].
   
   

5. List helpful clinical phrases therapists can use when describing client progress or lack thereof.
   
   

6. Using the clinical blurb below, generate a detailed and medically necessary SOAP note that would meet audit standards for behavioral health documentation. Include all relevant sections: type and time of session, subjective client report, therapist’s objective observations (appearance, affect, cognition, mood, ADLs, sleep, medication adherence, and risk assessment), clinical assessment of symptoms and functioning, interventions used, treatment plan progress, recommendations, and estimated discharge timeline. Ensure the note reflects justification for ongoing treatment if applicable. Use clear, professional language aligned with clinical standards.

By integrating AI-generated prompts into daily practice tasks, therapists can not only save valuable time but also improve the quality and consistency of their communication and documentation.

Whether it’s crafting social media posts, writing blog content, or generating structured clinical notes, AI can be a transformative ally. Start experimenting with these prompts today to see how they can enhance your private practice’s productivity and client engagement.