First-Episode and Early Psychosis Program

Massachusetts General Hospital
151 Merrimac St., Boston MA 02114

The First-episode and Early Psychosis Program (FEPP) at MGH has been a leader in the field since 2002. FEPP staff work as a team to offer state-of-the-art medical and psychological evaluation, medication treatment, education and family support, and cognitive behavioral therapy.

Eligibility

Age: 13-35 years old
Diagnosis: Developed a non-affective psychotic illness within the last 3 years.

Primary Care: The FEPP program does not require clients to have a Primary Care Physician (PCP) at MGH to begin treatment.

Services

• Psychiatric assessment

• Neuropsychological assessment

• Psychopharmacology

• Individual therapy

• Cognitive Behavior Therapy

• Family Based Treatment

• Group Therapy

• Case Management

• Wellness management

• Employment and education support

• Peer Support Specialist

• Coordination with MGH Addiction Recovery Management Services (ARMS)

• Second Opinion service (secondary consultation with multidisciplinary team)

Cost

Accepts Medicare, Massachusetts Medicaid, many private insurances, and managed care plans.

Contact

Click here to submit a referral online, or call the Psychiatry Access Line at 617-643-1175

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