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The Therapist’s Guide to Writing SMART Treatment Plan Goals

Updated on June 16, 2026May 13, 2026

This comprehensive guide breaks down how to write treatment plan goals that are client-friendly AND meet payer medical necessity requirements using the SMART goals framework.

Hayley Wilds, MA, LPC

Hayley is a licensed counselor, art therapist, practice owner, and trainer from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Hayley has worked in the mental health field for 20+ years, helping both clients and clinicians. She is the owner and lead clinician at the Center for Creative Counseling based in Pittsburgh, PA.

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