Follow-up After First Session
Send this email template after a first session with a new client to reaffirm their decision to work with you and give them a chance to ask follow-up questions. It's a great way to make clients feel supported and understood.
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When you compose an email, you can start with a template, like this one:
[Subject line]: Follow-up
Hi [Client's Name],
I hope this email finds you well.
I wanted to follow up with you after your first session with us at [Practice Name]. It was a pleasure meeting you, and I deeply appreciate the trust you have placed in us as you embark on your journey towards enhanced mental health and well-being.
I am writing to see how you felt after our initial session. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and I would love to hear your thoughts or feelings regarding our time together. If there are specific areas or concerns that you would like to focus on in future sessions, please do not hesitate to let me know.
Moreover, we are here to support you beyond our scheduled sessions. If you need any additional resources or support, such as articles, exercises, or referrals to other services, please feel free to reach out. We are more than happy to assist you in any way we can.
Thank you once again for choosing [Practice Name]. We look forward to continuing to work with you and supporting you on your path to mental wellness.
Sincerely,
[Name]
[Title]
[Address]
[Phone]
[Website]
Quick facts about this email
Who it's for:
- Therapists
- Counselors
- Solopreneurs
- Psychologists
- Psychiatrists
- Behavioral health practices
Why use it:
- Reinforce the decision to work with you
- Show clients you’re available to answer questions after their first session
- Build trust and strengthen the relationship by offering space for reflection and feedback
When to use it:
- After your first session
You don't have to rethink it each time.
You've already decided how to approach a sensitive topic, like reminders about an unpaid invoice.
You're saving time because you don't have to type everything all over.
You don't have to copy-paste from an old email and worry about accidentally including another client's personal details.
You don't have to save your templates separately in Google Docs or Word.
