Doctor Visit Social Story — Free Template
Going to the doctor is one of the most common sources of anxiety for children with autism. This template walks through the full visit — waiting room, exam room, and doctor interaction — so nothing is a surprise.
The Story
Page 1
[PENDING_CLINICAL: Story page 1 — introduce the reason for the visit and who you go with]
Page 2
[PENDING_CLINICAL: Story page 2 — describe the waiting room and what happens there]
Page 3
[PENDING_CLINICAL: Story page 3 — describe the nurse and what they check first]
Page 4
[PENDING_CLINICAL: Story page 4 — perspective sentence about the doctor and what they are trying to do]
Page 5
[PENDING_CLINICAL: Story page 5 — describe what the physical exam involves]
Page 6
[PENDING_CLINICAL: Story page 6 — what child can do if something is uncomfortable]
Page 7
[PENDING_CLINICAL: Story page 7 — positive closing and what happens after the visit]
Clinical Notes
Why this story works — by the StoryRetriever clinical team
[PENDING_CLINICAL: 2-3 paragraphs from clinical team explaining why this story structure works for medical visits, any specific considerations for sensory sensitivity, and how to adapt for specialist visits]
How to Use This Template
Read this template together several times before the scheduled appointment.
Replace the generic doctor with photos and the name of your child's actual doctor.
Add a photo of the actual exam room if your pediatrician allows it.
Use StoryRetriever to share the personalized story with any caregiver who takes your child to appointments.
Personalize This Story in StoryRetriever
Add your child's name, photos from the real environment, and audio recording. Share it with your SLP or family in one tap. Works on any device — iPad, Android, Chromebook, or browser.
Free plan includes 3 stories. No credit card required.