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Early Intervention (in Psychosis) Service | MHAIDS
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Description
Specialist support for people aged between 13 and 25 who are experiencing psychosis for the first time in Wellington, Porirua, Kāpiti, and the Hutt Valley.
Psychosis describes a number of experiences or symptoms that happen together. These may include hearing ‘voices’, having jumbled thoughts, having frightening or unusual ideas and having too little (or too much) energy. Psychosis can also cause changes in mood and behaviour.
Staff
Our team consists of psychiatrists, social workers, psychologists, nurses, occupational therapists and WorkFirst clinicians. We will allocate you a care manager who is your main contact at the service. They will co-ordinate the care you receive from us.
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Free
Fees and Charges Description
To find out if you are eligible for healthcare funding, please see the Mental Health, Addictions and Intellectual Disability Service website.
Hours
| Mon – Fri | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
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Public Holidays: Closed Wellington Anniversary (20 Jan), Waitangi Day (6 Feb), Good Friday (18 Apr), Easter Sunday (20 Apr), Easter Monday (21 Apr), ANZAC Day (25 Apr), King's Birthday (2 Jun), Matariki (20 Jun), Labour Day (27 Oct).
Christmas: Open 23 Dec — 24 Dec. Closed 25 Dec — 26 Dec. Open 27 Dec. Closed 28 Dec — 29 Dec. Open 30 Dec — 31 Dec. Closed 1 Jan — 2 Jan. Open 3 Jan. Closed 4 Jan — 5 Jan. Open 6 Jan — 10 Jan.
Languages Spoken
English
Programmes
We are a community mental health team covering Wellington, Porirua, Kāpiti, and the Hutt Valley. We provide support, treatment and information to people aged between 13 and 25 who are experiencing psychosis for the first time or who have not previously had treatment for psychosis. We may support clients and their families for up to 2 years (or 3 years in certain cases). We can help you work out whether you are experiencing psychosis. We do this by talking with you and (if possible) with your family or other people who know you well and asking questions about what has been happening. This early stage of talking is called an assessment. You can come to our office, or we can come to you. If the assessment shows you are experiencing psychosis we can work with you to develop a treatment plan. You will start seeing us for regular appointments. We encourage you and your family to take part in developing the treatment plan. Education: An important part of treatment is learning about psychosis and the things that may trigger it. We can help you understand what you can do to stay well and what you can do if you have another episode of psychosis. We offer education individually or within a group. Medication: People with psychosis often benefit from medication at some stage of their treatment. The psychiatrist you meet will check your general health and discuss the option of medication with you, explaining all the pros and cons. They will meet with you regularly to see how you are doing. Other Treatments: We offer talking therapies, group work, home visits, family support, help with education and employment, activity and music groups and more. Groups are a good opportunity to meet others, have some fun and try new challenges.
We are a community mental health team covering Wellington, Porirua, Kāpiti, and the Hutt Valley. We provide support, treatment and information to people aged between 13 and 25 who are experiencing psychosis for the first time or who have not previously had treatment for psychosis. We may support clients and their families for up to 2 years (or 3 years in certain cases). We can help you work out whether you are experiencing psychosis. We do this by talking with you and (if possible) with your family or other people who know you well and asking questions about what has been happening. This early stage of talking is called an assessment. You can come to our office, or we can come to you. If the assessment shows you are experiencing psychosis we can work with you to develop a treatment plan. You will start seeing us for regular appointments. We encourage you and your family to take part in developing the treatment plan. Education: An important part of treatment is learning about psychosis and the things that may trigger it. We can help you understand what you can do to stay well and what you can do if you have another episode of psychosis. We offer education individually or within a group. Medication: People with psychosis often benefit from medication at some stage of their treatment. The psychiatrist you meet will check your general health and discuss the option of medication with you, explaining all the pros and cons. They will meet with you regularly to see how you are doing. Other Treatments: We offer talking therapies, group work, home visits, family support, help with education and employment, activity and music groups and more. Groups are a good opportunity to meet others, have some fun and try new challenges.
- Programme Areas
Mental health
- Programme Type
Peer / advocacy / group / family whānau support, Non-acute specialist mental health community services, Supported employment
- Regions
Wellington, Hutt
- Age Groups
Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke
- Referral Types
DHB clinical services
Referral Process
Referral to this service can only be made by an MHAIDS clinician. Otherwise speak to your GP if you are concerned about yourself or someone else.
If you or someone you know needs urgent help, call MHAIDS 24/7 on 0800 745 477 or find other options for support here.
Description
We are a community mental health team covering Wellington, Porirua, Kāpiti, and the Hutt Valley.
We provide support, treatment and information to people aged between 13 and 25 who are experiencing psychosis for the first time or who have not previously had treatment for psychosis. We may support clients and their families for up to 2 years (or 3 years in certain cases).
We can help you work out whether you are experiencing psychosis. We do this by talking with you and (if possible) with your family or other people who know you well and asking questions about what has been happening. This early stage of talking is called an assessment. You can come to our office, or we can come to you.
If the assessment shows you are experiencing psychosis we can work with you to develop a treatment plan. You will start seeing us for regular appointments. We encourage you and your family to take part in developing the treatment plan.
Education:
An important part of treatment is learning about psychosis and the things that may trigger it. We can help you understand what you can do to stay well and what you can do if you have another episode of psychosis. We offer education individually or within a group.
Medication:
People with psychosis often benefit from medication at some stage of their treatment. The psychiatrist you meet will check your general health and discuss the option of medication with you, explaining all the pros and cons. They will meet with you regularly to see how you are doing.
Other Treatments:
We offer talking therapies, group work, home visits, family support, help with education and employment, activity and music groups and more. Groups are a good opportunity to meet others, have some fun and try new challenges.
Additional Details
Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, Child / Tamariki friendly
Parking
There are car parks available at the front of the building. Alternatively parking is available on Hania street.
Website
Contact Details
Te Whare Tipu, 21 Hania Street, Wellington
Wellington
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Phone
0800 426 522
Email
Website
21 Hania Street
Mount Victoria
Wellington
Wellington 6021
Street Address
21 Hania Street
Mount Victoria
Wellington
Wellington 6021
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This page was last updated at 3:04PM on June 13, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by Early Intervention (in Psychosis) Service | MHAIDS.