Contact Note

"1. Date and Time of Contact": "1 November 2024, 10:30 AM", "2. Mode of Communication": "Phone call", "3. Initiator of Contact": "Client", "4. Purpose of Contact": "Client called to report increased anxiety and difficulty sleeping.", "5. Summary of Interaction": "Client reported feeling overwhelmed by recent work deadlines and social events. They described experiencing racing thoughts and a sense of impending doom. They also mentioned difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep for the past week. The client denied any suicidal ideation or plans.", "6. Action Taken / Response": "Provided immediate support and active listening. Offered coping strategies for anxiety, including deep breathing exercises and mindfulness techniques. Encouraged the client to engage in relaxing activities before bed. Documented the call in the client's record. No follow-up needed at this time.", "7. Plan or Next Steps": "Client to continue using coping strategies. Advised client to contact the crisis line if symptoms worsen. Scheduled a follow-up session for next week to assess progress.", "8. Signature and Credentials": "Dr. Eleanor Vance, LPC, 1 November 2024"