West Moreton Early Psychosis Psychosocial Support Service

Early Psychosis Psychosocial Support (EPPS) is a free mental health service for young people who have recently experienced psychosis or early changes in how they see or understand reality.

We provide support for up to two years and can meet you at home, at the service, in your community, at the service, over the phone or via video chat.

Who is this for?

EPPS supports young people who:  

• are aged 12-25  
• live in the West Moreton region
• are currently engaged with the EPS Queensland Health Early Psychosis team 
• would benefit from non-clinical community-based support  
• are experiencing psychosis for the first time, or  
• have been diagnosed with a psychotic condition in the past 12 months, or  
• have been prescribed antipsychotic medication for the first time within the past 12 months. 

We welcome young people from multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, refugees and people who identify as sexually and gender diverse. 

Psychosis is a word we use to describe a range of different experiences that can feel confusing or hard to make sense of.

When you’re going through psychosis, it can be hard to understand what’s real and what isn’t. You might hear or see things that other people can’t, or have confusing or jumbled thoughts.

Psychosis is more common than many people realise, particularly in young people.

You’re not alone

We know that psychosis can feel overwhelming or isolating, but you’re not alone. We’ll work together with you to make sense of what’s happening, focus on your strengths and build skills to help you live the life you want.