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First Episode Psychosis

Who We Are

Our goal is to facilitate early identification and treatment of psychosis in a collaborative, recovery-oriented approach involving individuals experiencing first episode psychosis, therefore reduce the disruption to the young person’s functioning and psychosocial development.

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How We Started

The WV Department of Health and Human Resources, Bureau for Behavioral Health and SAMHSA entered into a Grant Agreement with several West Virginia health services to provide funding for First Episode Psychosis. See Our Locations

Goals of First Episode Psychosis Programs

Our Goal

The goal is to facilitate early identification and treatment of psychosis in a collaborative, recovery-oriented approach involving individuals experiencing first episode psychosis, therefore reduce the disruption to the young person’s functioning and psychosocial development.

Symptoms

Reduce signs and symptoms of psychosis

Family

Improve individual and family functioning

Long Term

Improve the long term course of the illness

Service Gaps

Eliminate services gaps

Relapse

Decrease the chance of relapse

Cost

Decrease the overall cost of treatment

Coordinated Specialty Care Model

How We Help

Our support staff is committed and willing to put in the extra time and effort to help with the long-term success of our patients well-being.

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  • Outreach
  • Assessment
  • Treatment
  • Community resources
  • Supportive employment
  • Education
  • Health promotion
  • Advocacy

Service and Treatment Modalities

Ways We Help

We have professionals and caring staff members that understand how to treat and help. Our programs are designed for long-term success and help.

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Psychosis Can Be Treated

Psychosis can be treated and many people do recover. Research suggests the earlier the intervention, the better the treatment outcome. Continuing care after acute symptom reduction is essential and we are here to help. Learn More about Psychosis