DAP Note Example

Toxic Friendship

Client is working through the emotional aftermath of ending a toxic friendship.

Generated DAP Note:

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Data:
The 60-minute session took place at the therapist's office. Client discussed the emotional aftermath of ending a toxic friendship, stating, "It feels like I’ve lost a part of myself." Client described feelings of guilt, anger, and sadness, as well as the difficulty of severing ties with a manipulative and emotionally draining friend. The therapist explored how toxic relationships can erode self-worth and create confusion about boundaries. The importance of setting clear boundaries and recognizing signs of toxicity was discussed. Client expressed fear of repeating the same pattern in future relationships.

Assessment:
Client is making progress in understanding the impact of toxic relationships and the importance of boundaries. Client appeared relieved to receive validation for their decision to end the friendship but continues to experience fear of repeating similar patterns. Client responded positively to interventions focused on self-compassion and surrounding themselves with supportive people.

Plan:
Client was assigned homework to identify one positive relationship in their life and strengthen it by spending more time together. The next session will include a follow-up on their progress with this task and may continue exploring strategies for building healthy relationships and maintaining boundaries.

Client Session Summary:

Here's the summary of this client session. Remember, Quill does not record the client session. A therapist would provide a summary (like the one below) after the session is over.

In today’s 60-minute session at my office, the client talked about the emotional aftermath of ending a toxic friendship. They said, "It feels like I’ve lost a part of myself," explaining the complex feelings of guilt, anger, and sadness that have surfaced since the relationship ended. The client shared how this friend had been manipulative and emotionally draining, but also how difficult it has been to sever ties. We explored how toxic relationships can erode self-worth and lead to confusion about boundaries, making it hard to know when it’s time to let go.

We discussed the importance of setting clear boundaries in relationships and how to recognize signs of toxicity. I suggested that they focus on healing by surrounding themselves with supportive people and practicing self-compassion. The client seemed relieved to have validation for their decision but expressed fear of repeating the same pattern with other relationships. Their homework is to identify one positive relationship in their life and strengthen it by spending more time together. We’ll follow up next session to check in on their progress.

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