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An app for recordingthoughts and behavior

Ema Note is an app for recording situations, automatic thoughts, feelings, physical sensations and behavior. PDF export, appointments and backups are all included for free.

Ema Note home screen with an upcoming appointment and recent records

Record in five fields

The five fields are based on recording methods used in cognitive behavioral therapy homework. All fields are optional and entries save automatically. Each field includes an explanation and an example.

  1. 01
    SituationWhat happened, and where
  2. 02
    Automatic thoughtsWhat went through your mind
  3. 03
    FeelingsHow you felt, and how strongly
  4. 04
    Physical sensationsWhat you noticed in your body
  5. 05
    BehaviorWhat you did at the time
Ema Note record editor with five optional fields and automatic saving

Export records as a PDF

Compile records from a selected date range into an A4 worksheet. Bring it to counseling or a medical appointment, or keep it for your own review.

  • Export up to 31 days of records
  • An A4 worksheet ready to print
  • Choose where to save or share it
Download PDF
An A4 PDF worksheet with dates and all five recording fields
Ema Note appointment screen with a date, location and talking points

Save appointments and talking points

Keep the date, location and talking points together. Set a reminder for the day before if you need one. Find past records in the calendar and list.

Talking points are kept with your appointment notes and are not included in the records PDF.

Records stay on your device

Your records and appointments are never sent to our servers. You can write and review entries completely offline.

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No sign-up

Start without an email address or an account.

02

Lock your app

Use your device’s biometrics or passcode to lock Ema Note.

03

Backup and restore

Export all your data in Settings and restore it on another device.

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No usage tracking

No analytics, advertising, or crash reporting SDKs.

The app connects to check for and download updates, but never transmits your records or appointments. Exported files and system backups follow your destination and device settings.

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Ema Note

An app for recording thoughts and behavior