Couples Session Note

What it is

A SOAP-style note for conjoint sessions that keeps each partner's perspective distinct and records the relational pattern you observed, not just the content discussed.

When to use it

• Couples therapy using Gottman, EFT or integrative approaches
• Sessions where interaction patterns are the focus
• Keeping both partners' perspectives balanced in the record

Sections

What Tidemend writes in each section. You can rename, reorder or adjust any of these in a custom template.

1. 1

   Subjective (each partner)

   Each partner's reported concerns and perspective since last session.

2. 2

   Relational Dynamics Observed

   Interaction patterns, communication style, escalation/de-escalation observed in session.

3. 3

   Interventions

   Couples interventions used (e.g. Gottman, EFT, communication skills).

4. 4

   Assessment

   Progress on relational goals and each partner's engagement.

5. 5

   Plan

   Next session date/frequency, homework or between-session tasks, referrals, and what will be addressed next time.