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Each year, approximately 100,000 young people are diagnosed with a psychotic disorder. Research shows that early intervention, such as Coordinated Specialty Care (CSC), improves long-term mental health outcomes and quality of life for these individuals. As part of the South Southwest MHTTC, The First Episode Psychosis (FEP) focus area provides cost-free training, education, and support for mental health providers serving individuals recently diagnosed with a psychotic disorder (commonly known as “early psychosis”). We value evidence-based, recovery-oriented training that centers lived experience and cultural responsivity. We strive to create a culture of continuous learning, growth, humility, and transparency in early psychosis services. Our diverse programming includes webinars, conferences, and materials. We identify training needs through partnership with the Advancing Early Psychosis Intervention Network in Texas (EPINET-TX) and Region 6 partners. Through our training initiatives, we hope to enhance outcomes, accessibility, and experiences with mental health systems for young people with early psychosis.

Upcoming Events

November 1Hope, Healing and Homework: Empowering Educators in Screening for Psychosis and Navigating School Supports for Students with Psychosis

Returning to school after experiencing psychosis can be challenging and stressful for individuals and families. This 60-minute session will cover how educators can screen for psychosis and support families and elementary/middle/high school students in navigating school supports for students with psychosis. 

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November 15Transition to College for Youth with Psychosis

This 60-minute session is a case-based discussion covering the process of assessing readiness for college, accessing accommodations, and preparing youth with a history of psychosis to transition to college. Many young people are interested in higher education but are unsure of what that may look like after receiving a diagnosis of a primary psychotic disorder. 

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Resources

Past Events

August 17, 2023 First Episode Psychosis (FEP) Provider Well-Being Community Calls

August 4, 2023 FEP Monthly Peer and Family Partner Networking Meeting

July 25, 2023 Structured Interview of Psychosis-risk Syndromes (SIPS) Training

July 7, 2023 FEP Monthly Peer and Family Partner Networking Meeting

June 15, 2023 First Episode Psychosis (FEP) Provider Well-Being Community Calls

June 12, 2023 Case Conceptualization for First Episode Psychosis Series 3: Session 3: Compassion-Focused Therapy

May 15, 2023 Case Conceptualization for First Episode Psychosis Series 3: Session 2: Compassion Focused Therapy

May 5, 2023 FEP Monthly Peer and Family Partner Networking Meeting

May 4, 2023 Understanding Supported Education and Employment for First Episode Psychosis (FEP): Cohort #2

April 20, 2023 First Episode Psychosis (FEP) Provider Well-Being Community Calls

April 17, 2023 Case Conceptualization for First Episode Psychosis Series 3: Session 1: Compassion Focused Therapy

April 7, 2023 FEP Monthly Peer and Family Partner Networking Meeting

March 29, 2023 Education, Special Education, and Accommodations for Students with Psychosis: Working with Youth, Families, Teachers, and Schools

March 9, 2023 Case Conceptualization for First Episode Psychosis Series 2: Session 3: Culturally Informed Therapy for Schizophrenia

March 3, 2023 FEP Monthly Peer and Family Partner Networking Meeting

February 16, 2023 First Episode Psychosis (FEP) Provider Well-Being Community Calls

February 9, 2023 Case Conceptualization for First Episode Psychosis Series 2: Session 2: Culturally Informed Therapy for Schizophrenia

Past Conferences

2022 South Southwest MHTTC First Episode Psychosis Conference

The 2022 South Southwest MHTTC First Episode Psychosis (FEP) Conference took place from June 1-3, 2022 both virtually and in-person in Austin, TX. 

2020 South Southwest MHTTC First Episode Psychosis Conference

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