My Session Summary and Takeaways
A client session summary capturing learning, a key thought to remember, between-session practice and questions for next session.
1-page fillable PDF · US Letter (prints on A4) · CBT · Session structure
- Approach / concern
- CBT
- Technique
- CBT · Session structure
- Format
- Fillable PDF, 1 page (US Letter / A4)
- Access
- Pro and Advanced plans (3-day free trial)
- For
- Licensed clinicians to use with clients
- Updated
- October 2026
Key facts
What is the My Session Summary and Takeaways?
Session summaries consolidate learning and support generalization. CBT structure includes summarizing and assigning practice at the end of each session.
Why it works
Beck (2021) recommends summaries and feedback at the end of CBT sessions. Mind Over Mood encourages written records of learning (Greenberger & Padesky, 2016).
When to use it
- Any structured therapy
- Clients who forget session content
- Group programs
- Telehealth
How to use it in session
- Complete in the last few minutes.
- Record learning.
- Note practice.
- Add questions.
- Review next session.
Clinician tips
- Let clients write in their own words.
- Keep it brief.
- Refer back over time.
Worked example
Sharing with clients
Members can download the PDF to print or email, or copy a private client link from the download box. Your client opens the link and downloads the worksheet on any device. No client account is needed, and nothing your client writes is stored on TherapyAid.
Frequently asked questions
Why write a session summary?
It helps you remember and apply what you learned between sessions.
Who fills it in?
You do, in your own words, with your therapist’s help if needed.
References
Beck, J. S. (2021). Cognitive behavior therapy: Basics and beyond (3rd ed.). Guilford Press.
Greenberger, D., & Padesky, C. A. (2016). Mind over mood: Change how you feel by changing the way you think (2nd ed.). Guilford Press.
This worksheet is an educational tool for use by, or under the guidance of, a licensed or registered mental-health professional. It is not a diagnostic instrument or a substitute for clinical judgement. If a client is in crisis in Canada, call or text 9-8-8 or call 9-1-1.
