NEW JOURNEYS – A PROGRAM FOR FIRST EPISODE PSYCHOSIS

New Journeys is a Coordinated Specialty Care program that seeks to identify people ages 15-40 who have experienced their first psychotic episode as early as possible and direct them to services that specifically address their own individual needs. The treatment team consists of a group of experts who work collaboratively with each other, with the individual, and with the individual’s loved ones to meet recovery goals.

Services are available without regard for ability to pay and can include:

• Screening, assessment and referral
• Psychiatric services and medication management
• Family education and support
• Individual resilience training/cognitive behavioral therapy
• Employment and education support
• Peer support
• Assertive case management