Subject: Leaving early. Hi [Manager], I keep a personal appointment on [day] and will step out by [time]; my work is covered as usual. Thanks, [Name].
By email
How to Email Your Boss About A therapy session
When your workplace expects things in writing, a short email about a therapy session keeps a clear record. Put the key facts up front.
Say what you need, briefly
A regular therapy slot is private. A personal appointment I keep regularly covers it fully; treat it like any standing commitment.
Structure it as a short email
In an email, lead with a plain subject line, put the day and leaving time in the first line, add one line on how your work is covered, and keep a courteous sign-off. An email should be shorter than a chat message, not longer.
Example messages
Subject: Leaving early. Hi [Manager], I have a personal appointment on [day] and need to leave by [time]; I'll wrap up the urgent bits first. Thanks, [Name].
Subject: Leaving early. Hi [Manager], Something personal I keep has come up at [time]; my priorities will be done. Thanks, [Name].
Mistakes to avoid
Don't write a long paragraph or bury the ask. Put the day and leaving time in the first line so it's seen at a glance.
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This page shares wording ideas, not legal or HR advice. Follow your own employer's time-off policy.
Common questions
Do I have to say it's therapy?
No. A personal appointment you keep regularly is complete.
Email or a quick message?
Use email where a written record is expected; a chat message is fine elsewhere.