Step into a new era of therapeutic practice with the “AI Prompt

Toolkit for Therapists.” This carefully assembled collection is your

gateway to integrating AI into your everyday workflow with ease
and efficiency. Imagine having a collaborative tool at your
fingertips, ready to invigorate your approach to everything from
client intake to your own professional growth. With this toolkit,
you’ll find AI prompts designed to enrich your session planning,
streamline resource compilation, and bring you up-to-date with
the latest research, all while ensuring that the essential human
element of your therapy remains front and center.

We understand the cautious curiosity that surrounds AI in the sensitive world of

therapy. That’s why we’ve included a concise guide to ensure the ethical and effective
use of AI in your practice. It focuses on how AI can complement—not replace—your
professional expertise, acting as a digital brainstorming ally. It prioritizes client
confidentiality and care, teaching you to tailor AI suggestions to each unique
therapeutic context. Embrace AI as a springboard for innovation and watch your
practice transform, becoming more efficient and insightful, all while keeping your
wisdom and empathetic skills at the forefront.

Danielle Rose (Dani) Allen, MSW CTRC (She/Her)

Dani Allen is the Clinical Outreach and Development Manager for Belongly. At Belongly
she is responsible for engaging in outreach and marketing efforts to establish
collaborative alliances with mental health practitioners who can gain value from the
Belongly community while supporting clinical referrals for therapists and facilitating
networking connections. She offers specialized knowledge on mental health subjects and
the requirements of therapists and creates valuable downloadable content and resources
for existing and prospective members of the Belongly Community.

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advice. It is recommended that individuals seek guidance from their own attorney, business advisor, or tax advisor
regarding matters referenced in this document.
AI Prompt Toolkit for Therapists: Maximizing Efficiency
with a Human Touch

In the dynamic field of therapy, AI tools like ChatGPT offer a unique opportunity to
enhance your practice’s efficiency and creativity. This guide will help you integrate AI
prompts into your workflow while ensuring your professional expertise remains at
the forefront.

Blending AI with Professional Expertise:

AI tools are excellent for brainstorming and generating ideas, but they should not replace
your judgment and knowledge. Use AI-generated content as a starting point, and infuse
it with your therapeutic insights.

When AI provides session plans or therapeutic strategies, personalize them to reflect

your understanding of each client’s needs and therapy goals.

Client Transparency: A Must in AI Integration:

Maintain transparency with clients about using AI tools in your practice. This builds
trust and ensures ethical practice.

In documents, session plans, or notes developed with AI assistance, include a disclo

sure. See our template at the end of this guide!

Maximizing AI Use in Your Workflow:

Client Intake & Assessment: Use AI prompts to create comprehensive intake forms
or to brainstorm initial interview questions.

Session Planning: Generate ideas for activities or interventions, then tailor these to
suit your client’s specific therapy journey.

Resource Gathering: Quickly compile lists of articles, tools, or exercises, ensuring to

review their relevance and efficacy.

Progress Notes: Start with AI-generated templates, then customize them to accurately
reflect each session’s details.

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advice. It is recommended that individuals seek guidance from their own attorney, business advisor, or tax advisor
regarding matters referenced in this document.
AI Prompt Toolkit for Therapists: Maximizing Efficiency
with a Human Touch (continued)

Ensuring Ethical AI Use:

Always review and modify AI suggestions to ensure they align with ethical guidelines and
professional standards in therapy.

Remember, AI is a supplement to your skills. It should enhance, not replace, the

personalized care you provide.

Feedback and Continuous Improvement:

Regularly seek feedback from clients about their experience, especially regarding any
AI-assisted materials or methods.

Stay updated on AI advancements and continuously reflect on how AI integration in your

practice can evolve.

By integrating AI prompts using this guide, therapists can enjoy a more streamlined workflow
while maintaining the integrity of their professional practice. Remember, the combination of AI
efficiency and human empathy is what truly enhances therapeutic outcomes.

Template for AI Use Disclosure:

Add this brief disclosure statement to the bottom of documents created using AI to foster
transparency and openness with clients:

“Please note: This [document/session plan/progress note] was developed with the
assistance of AI tools. It serves as a foundational resource and has been thoroughly
reviewed and personalized to fit the therapeutic context and the client’s specific needs.”

This document is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered as legal, business, or tax
advice. It is recommended that individuals seek guidance from their own attorney, business advisor, or tax advisor
regarding matters referenced in this document.
AI Prompt Toolkit for Therapists: Expanding
Your Practice’s Horizons

Client Intake and Assessment

• “Develop a structured intake form for adults experiencing anxiety.”

• “List essential questions for evaluating adolescent behavioral issues.”
• “Create a screening tool for identifying symptoms of major depressive disorder.”
• “Suggest assessment techniques for clients with a history of substance abuse.”
• “Draft an intake questionnaire for couples seeking therapy.”
• “Generate questions to assess family dynamics in family therapy sessions.”
• “Outline a process for initial evaluation of clients with eating disorders.”
• “Compile key indicators for assessing risk in crisis intervention.”
• “Design a self-assessment tool for clients with obsessive-compulsive disorder.”
• “Develop a checklist for early identification of burnout symptoms in professionals.”

Session Planning

• “Generate a plan for the first five therapy sessions with a new client.”
• “Create a session outline for addressing acute stress in first responders.”
• “Suggest a sequence of activities for grief counseling sessions.”
• “Develop a structured plan for short-term solution-focused therapy.”
• “Outline a therapy session focused on building self-esteem in teenagers.”
• “Propose a session structure for pre-marital counseling.”
• “Design a therapy session plan for clients transitioning out of therapy.”
• “Ideate a group therapy session format for survivors of trauma.”
• “Draft a session guide for therapy focusing on workplace stress.”
• “Create a therapy session plan incorporating mindfulness techniques.”

This document is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered as legal, business, or tax
advice. It is recommended that individuals seek guidance from their own attorney, business advisor, or tax advisor
regarding matters referenced in this document.
AI Prompts Continued

Therapeutic Techniques and Intervention Ideas

• “List Gestalt therapy techniques for enhancing self-awareness.”

• “Suggest experiential therapy activities for individuals with PTSD.”
• “Describe psychodynamic interventions for clients with anxiety disorders.”
• “Generate play therapy activities for children experiencing divorce.”
• “Outline narrative therapy strategies for identity exploration.”
• “Present art therapy interventions for group sessions.”
• “Recommend nature-based therapy activities for stress reduction.”
• “Propose music therapy techniques for enhancing emotional expression.”
• “Detail body-oriented therapy approaches for trauma survivors.”
• “Suggest strategies for integrating virtual reality in therapy sessions.”

Resource Compilation

• “List top-rated self-help books for managing anxiety and stress.”

• “Compile resources and workbooks for cognitive-behavioral therapy.”
• “Gather articles on the latest research in neurofeedback therapy.”
• “Assemble resources for therapists new to dialectical behavior therapy.”
• “Provide a list of podcasts focused on mental health education.”
• “Collect resources for clients dealing with grief and loss.”
• “Curate articles on the therapeutic use of mindfulness.”
• “Find reputable online forums and communities for therapists.”
• “Compile evidence-based resources for treating phobias.”
• “Gather resources on culturally sensitive therapy practices.”

This document is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered as legal, business, or tax
advice. It is recommended that individuals seek guidance from their own attorney, business advisor, or tax advisor
regarding matters referenced in this document.
AI Prompts Continued

Progress Notes and Documentation

• “Template for a progress note following a trauma-focused session.”

• “Outline a structure for documenting group therapy sessions.”
• “Develop a format for summarizing a couple’s therapy progress.”
• “Suggest key points to document in therapy with high-conflict clients.”
• “Create a template for a child therapy session note.”
• “Draft a format for documenting therapy sessions with clients with bipolar disorder.”
• “Propose a structure for progress notes in cognitive processing therapy.”
• “Design a session summary template for mindfulness-based therapy.”
• “Outline a comprehensive case note for family therapy sessions.”
• “Generate a checklist for essential details in therapy session documentation.”

Client Homework and Activities

• “Suggest home exercises for managing panic attacks.”

• “Develop journal prompts for clients exploring career changes.”
• “List mindfulness activities for clients struggling with chronic pain.”
• “Create homework assignments for enhancing couple communication.”
• “Propose self-reflection activities for clients with low self-esteem.”
• “Outline at-home practices for clients working on emotional regulation.”
• “Develop a series of relaxation techniques for clients to practice at home.”
• “Suggest activities for building resilience in children and adolescents.”
• “Create self-care plans for clients recovering from burnout.”
• “Propose tasks for clients to explore their personal values and beliefs.”

This document is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered as legal, business, or tax
advice. It is recommended that individuals seek guidance from their own attorney, business advisor, or tax advisor
regarding matters referenced in this document.
AI Prompts Continued

Professional Development

• “Summarize key points from recent publications on teletherapy effectiveness.”

• “List upcoming training programs and workshops on trauma-informed care.”
• “Generate discussion topics for a therapy peer supervision group.”
• “Outline strategies for staying updated on developments in mental health.”
• “Develop a plan for incorporating eco-therapy practices into your work.”
• “Compile best practices for virtual group therapy sessions.”
• “Suggest resources for learning about therapy approaches in different cultures.”
• “Propose a study plan for therapists interested in somatic experiencing.”
• “List podcasts and webinars for ongoing therapist education.”
• “Gather information on certifications in specialized therapy techniques.”

This document is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered as legal, business, or tax
advice. It is recommended that individuals seek guidance from their own attorney, business advisor, or tax advisor
regarding matters referenced in this document.
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