Early Psychosis Intervention Program - For any age experiencing a first psychotic episode - Prince George
Mental Health - Adult & Senior, Mental Health - Child & Youth, and Youth Services
Provided by Northern Health
Provides early identification and treatment for first episode of psychosis. For residents age 12 - 45 in the Northern Health Region.
Once a referral is received, a mental health clinician will connect with the individual or referral source within 48 hours. After assessment, the clinician will triage and determine the client's access to a psychiatrist.
Program Description:
- Complete assessment of symptoms and physical functioning
- Pharmacotherapy
- Psychological therapies for accompanying problems (anxiety/depression)
- Physical wellness support
- Substance use support
- Functional support with activities of daily living
- Vocational/educational support
- Groups for clients
- Family support (counselling) and family education
- Client education
- Home treatment (outreach)
- Alumni programs
- Access to a psychiatrist
Anyone can refer including self-referral.
Catchment areas served: Northern Health Region (supporting communities inclusive and between Houston, Haida-Gwaii, Atlin, and Kitimat)
250-645-7430
Public email: sandi.dewolf@northernhealth.ca
Website: https://www.earlypsychosis.ca...
1308 Alward Street, Prince George, British Columbia, V2M 7B1
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM - After Hours: If you are experiencing an emergency, clients or family members are urged to contact a crisis line (1-888-353-2273) or attend the nearest emergency department.
Wheelchair accessible.
Service is available in English.
Cost: No cost
Referral options:
- Self-referral
- Any source
Associated Programs/Services
Also offered by Northern Health:
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- Mental Health and Substance Use Services - Prince George
- Mental Health and Substance Use Services - Fort Nelson
Availability
Service area: Prince George
Service Types Provided
Mental Health - Adult & Senior
Mental Health - Child & Youth
Youth Services
Ways to Access
- Provided 1:1 in-person
- Provided at a single location
- Provided in a group in-person
- Provided online: email / video / on-line
The listing of this service in Pathways is not a recommendation or endorsement by Pathways.