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Goal-oriented format for treatment planning.
Best for: Outcome-based therapy, IFS, solution-focused brief therapy
Generate GIRP notes with AI1. Goal
2. Intervention
3. Response
4. Plan
Generic example for an anxiety-focused session. Real notes are generated from your actual session recordings.
goal
Reduce anxiety severity related to job search activities (long-term goal: anxiety below 5/10 in interview contexts).
intervention
Cognitive restructuring focused on interview catastrophizing. Practiced grounding (5-4-3-2-1) and diaphragmatic breathing. Psychoeducation on performance anxiety.
response
Client engaged well, demonstrated grounding technique successfully. Anxiety decreased from 8/10 to 5/10 by session end. Showed insight into catastrophic thinking patterns.
plan
Continue weekly sessions. Daily breathing practice. Thought records for anxiety triggers. Goal review at session 6.
What is a GIRP note?
A GIRP note (Goal, Intervention, Response, Plan) is a clinical documentation format used in mental health. Goal-oriented format for treatment planning.
When should I use GIRP notes?
Outcome-based therapy, IFS, solution-focused brief therapy. GIRP works well for most settings but check your supervisor or insurance requirements.
How long should a GIRP note be?
Most clinical GIRP notes are 3-5 sentences per section. Total length typically 200-400 words. Long enough to capture clinical reasoning, short enough to be efficient.
Can AI write GIRP notes for me?
Yes — NoteScribe takes your session recording and generates a complete GIRP note in 30 seconds. You review and edit before saving. Most therapists save 6+ hours per week.
Is GIRP the same as SOAP?
No. GIRP = Goal, Intervention, Response, Plan. SOAP = Subjective, Objective, Assessment, Plan. Different sections, different emphasis. NoteScribe supports both — switch with one click.