SIMPLE Note Example: Grief After Losing a Pet

Quill generated this note with AI from the summary that was provided. The therapist can then copy-and-paste the note into their current EHR platform.

The session lasted 45 minutes. Client shared their grief following the loss of their dog, stating, "It feels like a part of me is gone," and explained how their pet had been a constant companion for years, leaving a void in its absence. Client expressed feelings of guilt, wondering if they could have done more for their dog during its final days. Therapist discussed how grief can be deeply felt after losing a pet, as pets often become family members, and reassured the client that they made the best decisions they could at the time. Ways to honor their pet’s memory were explored, including creating a memory book or planting a tree, though the client seemed uncertain about starting these projects but acknowledged they might bring peace. Therapist emphasized the importance of allowing themselves to feel the grief rather than suppressing it as part of the healing process. Homework assigned: reflect on their relationship with their pet and decide whether to create a keepsake or ritual in memory. Follow-up scheduled for next week to assess how the client is managing their grief.

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 45-minute session, the client shared their grief following the loss of their dog. They said, "It feels like a part of me is gone," explaining how their pet had been a constant companion for years and how its absence has left a void. We discussed how grief can be felt deeply after losing a pet, as pets often become family members. Client expressed feelings of guilt, wondering if they could have done more for their dog during its final days. We talked about how normal it is to question what could have been done differently, but I reassured them that they made the best decisions they could at the time.

We also explored ways to honor their pet’s memory, such as creating a memory book or planting a tree in their yard. The client seemed uncertain about starting these projects but agreed that it might help them find some peace. We discussed the importance of allowing themselves to feel the grief rather than suppressing it, as this is part of the healing process. Client’s homework is to reflect on their relationship with their pet and decide if they want to create a keepsake or ritual in memory. We’ll follow up next week to see how they’re managing their grief.

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