SOAP Note Example: Peer Pressure in Adolescence

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Subjective:
Client shared feeling pressured by friends to engage in behaviors they are uncomfortable with. Client stated, "I don’t want to be the odd one out, but I don’t like what they’re doing," expressing conflict between fitting in and staying true to their values.

Objective:
45-minute session. Client appeared engaged and open to discussing peer pressure. Therapist validated client’s feelings and emphasized the importance of asserting boundaries. Role-played scenarios to practice assertive responses.

Assessment:
Client is making progress in identifying and addressing peer pressure. Client appeared nervous but receptive to practicing boundary-setting skills. Willingness to try suggested strategies indicates readiness to build confidence in this area.

Plan:
Client assigned homework to identify one situation in the next week to assert a boundary and reflect on the experience. Next session will explore their feelings and experiences after practicing these skills. Continued focus on boundary-setting and managing peer pressure.

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 how they feel pressured by their friends to engage in behaviors they’re uncomfortable with. They said, "I don’t want to be the odd one out, but I don’t like what they’re doing," explaining how torn they feel between fitting in and staying true to their values. We discussed how peer pressure is a normal part of adolescence but how it’s important to learn how to assert boundaries in a way that feels authentic. I validated their feelings and emphasized that it’s okay to say "no" even if it feels uncomfortable.

We worked through a few scenarios where they might face peer pressure and role-played some ways to handle the situation assertively. I suggested they practice saying "no" in smaller, less risky situations to build confidence for more challenging moments. Client seemed a bit nervous but was willing to give it a try. Their homework is to think of one situation in the next week where they could assert a boundary and reflect on how it went. We’ll talk more next session about how they feel after practicing these skills.

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