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Free patient resources and printables
Practical, printable tools to help you prepare for care and stay organized between visits. Every one is free, needs no sign up, and is reviewed by a board certified psychiatrist. Download, print, and share.
Medically reviewed by Shariq Refai, MD, MBA, FAPA, board certified psychiatrist · Last reviewed July 7, 2026 · Editorial policy
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Why these help
Come prepared, get more from every visit
Good psychiatric care starts before the appointment. When you arrive organized, with your history, your medications, and your questions in front of you, the visit goes further and you leave with a clearer plan.
These are the tools we would hand a friend. They are free, they need no account, and they are yours to print and share. They do not replace care, and they are not advice for your specific situation, but they help the care you do get work harder for you.
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Free printable tools
Every one is free, needs no email, and is reviewed by a board certified psychiatrist. Open the PDF, then print or save it.
Your First Online Psychiatry Visit
A checklist for what to bring, what to expect, and how to prepare for your first appointment.
Download free ↓Checklist · PDFQuestions to Ask Your Psychiatrist
A printable list of good questions, grouped by diagnosis, medication, therapy, follow-up, and cost.
Download free ↓Worksheet · PDFGetting Ready for Your Evaluation
A fillable worksheet to organize your history, symptoms, and goals before your visit.
Download free ↓Worksheet · PDFMy Current Medications and Allergies
A simple grid to track your medications, doses, and allergies, and bring to every appointment.
Download free ↓Tracker · PDFMood and Symptom Tracker
A two-week grid to track mood, sleep, and anxiety, so your follow-up visits are more useful.
Download free ↓Checklist · PDFTelepsychiatry Setup Checklist
A quick tech and space check so your video visit runs smoothly.
Download free ↓Guide · PDFUnderstanding Cash-Pay and Superbills
A plain-language explainer, plus a worksheet for planning out-of-pocket costs and out-of-network reimbursement.
Download free ↓How to use them
Simple to use, safe to share
Pick what fits your moment. Fill in what you can and skip what you cannot. Bring the checklists and worksheets to your visit, on paper or on your screen. Share them with anyone who might find them useful.
Everything here is for education only. It may not fit your situation or the rules of your state, so check with your own clinician before you rely on any of it. If you are in crisis or feel unsafe, call or text 988, call 911, or go to the nearest emergency room.
Frequently asked questions
Good questions, clear answers
Are these resources free?
Yes. Every resource is free, needs no sign up, and asks for no email. Download, print, and share as many as you like.
Can I print and share them?
Yes. They are made to be printed and shared. Please keep the shrinkMD footer so people know where they came from.
Are these medical advice?
No. They are for education and preparation only. They are not a diagnosis or treatment and may not apply to your situation or your state. Always talk with your own clinician, and in a crisis call or text 988.
Who reviewed these resources?
They are reviewed by Shariq Refai, MD, MBA, FAPA, a board certified psychiatrist and the founder of shrinkMD.
What format are the downloads?
Each one is a printable PDF that opens on any phone, tablet, or computer.
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