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Early Psychosis Program | UC Davis Health | Department of Psychiatry and Behaviopral Sciences

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Early Psychosis Programs

Early Psychosis Programs

Our unique training and expertise in leading-edge assessment techniques identify at-risk individuals early in their illness and provide comprehensive treatment as the path toward recovery.

Early identification and intervention are necessary steps in reducing the impact of psychosis. Our program identifies individuals prior to the onset of the most devastating aspects of psychosis, preventing deterioration and hospitalization wherever possible. Our family-centered treatment approach empowers individuals and their families to be active participants in care. 

Our program provides services for two years, focusing on reducing and managing symptoms and distress and improving individuals' ability to succeed in independent roles. 

Services provided in our early psychosis programs:

  • Comprehensive psychiatric assessment
  • Medication management
  • Case management and support
  • Individual and/or family psychoeducation and support groups
  • Multi-family psychoeducation and support groups
  • Supported education and employment
  • Peer and family advocate support
Resources
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    Patient Resources

    There are a variety of resources available to help you or a loved one who is experiencing early psychosis symptoms. 

    Explore resources
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    Educational Sessions

    We offer educational sessions for those who wish to be informed about early psychosis.

    Learn about sessions
Appointments and Referrals

For Patients

Mental and behavioral health services require a referral from your primary care provider. Please contact your primary care provider to request one. Once you have a referral, have the following information ready when scheduling an appointment for yourself or a loved one:

  • Your (or your dependent’s) insurance card and/or eligibility information
  • A list of current medications you or your loved one are taking
  • A method of payment for your insurance co-payment, if applicable
  • Any updates to your address, employment, or insurance coverage, if applicable

For Referring Physicians

To refer a patient to us, please submit an Electronic Referral Intake Form. If you have questions, our referral specialists are available to help connect your patient with the appropriate UC Davis mental health provider and services. You may also visit our Physician and Transfer Referral Center for help. 

To Make a Referral

To make a referral, providers please complete and submit:

Electronic Referral Intake Form

Questions? Call our main clinic phone.

916-734-3574

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (excluding holidays)

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